Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670 RAID 930-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter

Unlock enterprise-grade storage performance with the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670 RAID 930-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter. This internal SAS RAID controller represents the pinnacle of RAID-on-Chip technology, delivering robust data protection, scalable throughput, and advanced management features designed for demanding data centers. Built to handle mixed workloads—from transactional databases and virtualization to high-capacity backups—the SR670 930-8i combines a 12 Gbps SAS backbone with a 2GB flash cache to accelerate I/O, reduce latency, and maximize the efficiency of your disk arrays. Whether you're configuring striping across SSDs for speed or optimizing HDD-based storage pools for capacity, this controller provides reliable performance, tight integration with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, and strong data integrity. In addition to raw speed, the SR670 930-8i includes a broad set of reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features and management tools designed to minimize downtime, streamline administration, and protect your critical data assets. If your environment demands scalable, resilient storage with flexible RAID options, the SR670 RAID 930-8i is engineered to deliver.

• High-performance RAID-on-Chip architecture: The ROC design offloads parity calculations and disk management duties from the host CPU, delivering consistent throughput and lower latency under heavy workloads. This means your applications can run faster while the controller handles data protection, rebuilds, and error detection with reliability you can trust.
• Wide RAID level support including JBOD: Choose from RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD to tailor data protection, performance, and capacity to your workload. Flexible configurations enable efficient utilization of mixed-drive pools and simplifies future upgrades or reconfigurations as needs evolve.
• 2GB of flash cache for acceleration: A generous 2GB flash cache helps accelerate hot data paths, improves IOPS, and reduces read/write latency for frequently accessed datasets, delivering tangible performance gains in databases, virtualization, and file services.
• 12 Gbps SAS connectivity for scalable storage: The controller uses a high-speed SAS backbone to connect to backplanes and drive enclosures, supporting large storage configurations with strong, predictable performance in enterprise environments.
• Robust RAS and management features: Built-in reliability, availability, and serviceability features, along with comprehensive monitoring and management tools, help minimize downtime, simplify administration, and protect business-critical data across your Lenovo ThinkSystem infrastructure.

Technical Details of Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670 RAID 930-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter

• Controller type: RAID-on-Chip (ROC)
• Interface: 12 Gbps SAS
• Cache: 2GB flash
• RAID levels supported: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 and JBOD
• Form factor: Internal PCIe RAID adapter
• Compatibility: Designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem SR-series servers

how to install Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670 RAID 930-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter

• Power down the server and unplug all power sources. Remove the chassis cover to access the PCIe expansion area.
• Locate an available PCIe slot and insert the SR670 RAID 930-8i card, ensuring proper alignment of the connectors. Secure the card with the retention screw or mounting mechanism.
• Connect any required SAS/SATA cables to the backplane or disk shelf according to your server and enclosure documentation. Confirm all cables are firmly seated to avoid signal loss.
• Replace the chassis cover and power up the server. During POST, enter the RAID controller BIOS/Configuration Utility to initialize drives and configure your logical arrays and caching options.
• Install or update the Lenovo management software and RAID driver packages from the Lenovo Support site. Use the management tools to monitor array health, perform firmware updates, and verify performance benchmarks after configuration.

Frequently asked questions

• What RAID levels does the SR670 RAID 930-8i support? It supports 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 and JBOD, enabling a wide range of protection and performance configurations for databases, VMs, and file services.
• How much cache memory does the controller include? The SR670 930-8i includes 2GB of flash cache to accelerate hot data and improve response times for active workloads.
• Is this controller compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670 servers? Yes, it is designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem SR-series servers, ensuring integration, support, and optimized performance within Lenovo ecosystems.
• What performance benefits does the 12 Gbps SAS interface provide? The 12 Gbps SAS backbone enables fast data transfer between the host and storage arrays, supporting high-throughput workloads and scalable configurations with reduced bottlenecks.
• What management capabilities are included? The controller offers extensive reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features along with management tooling to monitor health, manage firmware, and simplify administration, helping to minimize downtime.