IBM ServeRAID M1210 (=9300-4i) 12Gbps SAS HBA P16 IT mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID
Listed for sale are originally IBM ServeRAID M1210 (equivalent to LSI 9300-4i) SAS controller card that I modified for use with ZFS. They have been cross-flashed to Avago / LSI 9300-4i IT (Initiator Target) firmware version P16 (specifically 16.00.12.00). I also flashed the LSI/Avago MPTSAS3 BIOS ROM version 08.37.00.00 and UEFI 18.00.00.00 so that it is easier to access the controller's ROM without booting an OS.
- LSI Avago IT mode firmware version P16 (16.00.12.00)
- MPTSAS3 BIOS ROM flashed version 08.37.00.00
- MPTSAS3 UEFI ROM flashed version 18.00.00.00
- Original SAS address preserved in flash
- Original Board Tracer Number preserved in flash
- Full profile PCIe bracket only
These are based on the LSI SAS3004 SAS-3 controller chipset and support PCI-E 3.0 specifications with x4 lanes. The controller has 1 SFF-8643 connector, carrying 4x 12Gbps SAS lanes. You will need a compatible cable to connect these to your hard drives or a backplane.
These cards are fully tested in my Supermicro server running ZFS on Linux (ZoL), but this setup is also ideal for other ZFS setups, TrueNAS, unRAID, Proxmox VE, etc. I have fully tested them using all 8 SAS lanes.
Not exactly the HBA / IT mode adapter you were looking for? Check out the HBA section at my store here.
Feel free to ask any questions.
Why buy from the Art of Server?
- I can provide technical support if you have problems
- I'm aware of counterfeit products on the market, and I make every effort to ensure that what I sell are not counterfeit.
- I ship fast, usually same or next business day!
- I have a YouTube channel with many helpful videos. Look for "Art of Server" on YouTube. (sorry, I can't link per policy)
- I fully test the HBAs I sell. See my testing process on YouTube.
- I clean the server components I sell. You will not receive something covered in dust, or have unwanted stickers/labels, etc.
- I ship electronic parts in proper anti-static bags (not the pink stuff) with bubble wrap or foam protection where needed.
- I am a server enthusiast and IT professional that has worked with many brands of servers and have also built custom servers, not just someone selling computer parts. I love what I do! :-)
- I've used ZFS for many years. I'm familiar with ZFS on Linux, FreeNAS, and many of the technologies commonly used by other enthusiasts.
- I love cats. How can you deny my cute, cuddly charm?
Who is the Art of Server? I'm a cat lover and a server enthusiast. I've operated my own rack of servers at home for almost 20 years. I've helped many friends and strangers with their servers. So, one day, I thought why not offer pre-flashed IT mode / HBA SAS controllers on to help others with their server build? Since then, I've also added other "interesting" items to my store that I think other server/computer enthusiasts would like. Oh, and I love cats. :-)
