ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT

12Gb/s 8-Port External SAS/SATA to PCIe 4.0 x8 Low Profile Host Bus Adapter for High-Performance Direct Attached Storage Connectivity

The ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT is a high-performance host bus adapter designed for connecting external SAS and SATA storage devices to modern servers and workstations via a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.

It features eight external Mini-SAS HD ports, delivering up to 12Gb/s per port and supporting up to 2,048 end devices for demanding enterprise environments.

Engineered for reliability and versatility, it supports multiple operating systems and advanced features like hardware RAID and latency management.

  • 8 external Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) ports supporting 12Gb/s SAS/SATA.
  • PCIe 4.0 x8 host interface for maximum throughput.
  • Integrated hardware RAID 0, 1, 1E, and 10 via PowerCenter Pro.
  • Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, VMware, and FreeBSD.

Original price was: £ 492.39.Current price is: £ 475.95. | £ 571.14 inc VAT

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Category: SAS/SATA HBA PCIe Cards
SKU: ESAH-1280-GT0
Brand: ATTO Technology

ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT – Product Overview

The ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT is a cutting-edge 12Gb/s SAS/SATA host bus adapter designed to leverage next-generation storage technologies through its PCIe 4.0 host interconnect.

With eight external ports utilizing the latest miniSAS HD connectors (SFF-8644), this adapter delivers blistering speeds of up to 12Gb/s, making it ideal for enterprise environments requiring high-performance storage connectivity.

The H1280GT has been extensively tested and qualified to perform flawlessly in demanding transactional environments such as enterprise data centers, cloud computing, business intelligence, database applications, and financial trading systems.


Superior Performance Architecture

The ExpressSAS H1280GT combines a x8 PCIe 4.0 host interface with 12Gb/s SAS technology to deliver exceptional throughput capabilities of up to 9600 MB/s.

This adapter is capable of handling up to 3 million 4kB IOPS, ensuring quick file access even in the most demanding storage environments.

ATTO's exclusive latency management technology ensures high-quality, consistent data streams to storage, critical for applications where data integrity and performance cannot be compromised.


Extensive Connectivity Options

With eight external ports, the H1280GT enables connection to multiple SAS and SATA direct-attached storage units simultaneously.

The adapter supports up to 2,048 end-devices and can be configured for redundancy, providing flexibility for complex storage infrastructures.

Using the latest miniSAS HD connectors designed specifically for 12Gb/s data rates, the H1280GT ensures reliable connections to your storage devices.


Versatile Application Support

The ExpressSAS H1280GT excels in streaming applications such as tape backup and archiving, video post-production, geologic survey, and video-on-demand environments.

It performs equally well in transactional workloads including banking, finance, business analytics, cloud computing, digital forensics, and database applications.

Recently certified with HPE StoreEver MSL SAS LTO Tape Libraries, the H1280GT provides an excellent solution for enterprise backup and archiving needs.


Integrated Software Solutions

The H1280GT includes ATTO PowerCenter Pro, an integrated software RAID solution that provides RAID 0, 1, 1e, and 10 protection at no extra cost.

ATTO's management interface allows for easy configuration and monitoring of connected storage devices.

Advanced features like WriteStop™ are available for specialized data security applications, particularly valuable for OEM implementations.


Flexible Deployment Options

With its low-profile form factor, the H1280GT can be easily installed in a variety of server and workstation systems without compromising airflow.

The adapter is backward compatible with 6Gb/s and 4Gb/s SAS/SATA targets, ensuring compatibility with existing storage infrastructure.

NUMA support is included for high-performance multiprocessor applications, optimizing data flow in complex computing environments.

ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT – Key Features

  • Eight external Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) ports supporting 12Gb/s SAS/SATA connectivity.
  • PCIe 4.0 x8 host interface for maximum bandwidth and future-proofing.
  • Integrated hardware RAID support for RAID 0, 1, 1E, and 10 via PowerCenter Pro.
  • Supports up to 2,048 end devices for large-scale storage deployments.
  • Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) technology for consistent, low-latency data transfer.
  • NUMA support for high-performance multiprocessor applications.
  • WriteStop™ feature available for enhanced data security in OEM applications.
  • Comprehensive OS support: Windows, macOS, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and illumos.
  • Low-profile form factor for compatibility with a wide range of systems.
  • Backward compatible with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s SAS/SATA devices.
  • MTBF of 4.5 million hours for enterprise-grade reliability.
  • RoHS compliant and covered by a three-year standard warranty.
  • Advanced management utilities: ConfigTool and vConfigTool.
  • Supports SAS tape devices and transport layer retries (TLR) for error handling.

ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT – Technical Specifications

Host InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8 (mechanical and electrical)
External Ports8 (2 x Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644, each x4)
Supported Protocols12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SAS, 3Gb/s SAS, SATA, SATA II
Data Transfer RateUp to 12Gb/s per port, 9,600 MB/s aggregate
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 1E, 10 (via PowerCenter Pro)
Max End Devices2,048
Form FactorLow profile, plug-in card
Dimensions (Length x Height)6.60 in x 2.713 in (16.8 cm x 6.89 cm)
Power Consumption6.3W (typical)
MTBF4.5 million hours
Operating Temperature0°C to 55°C
Operating Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C
Storage Humidity5% to 95% non-condensing
OS SupportWindows, macOS, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, illumos
Management ToolsConfigTool, vConfigTool
Advanced FeaturesAdvanced Data Streaming (ADS), NUMA support, WriteStop™ (OEM), TLR for SAS tape devices
ComplianceRoHS
Warranty3 years (standard)
Included AccessoriesLow profile bracket

ATTO ExpressSAS H1280GT – Product Downloads

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