[Official] Adaptec ASR series SAS HBA overview

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Adaptec ASR-71605 16-Port 6Gbs SAS2/SATA3 HBA - IT/IR mode - $35.29 free ship OBO

This card does not require flashing to change modes. Press CTRL + C on boot to change from IT to IR mode. Drivers and Software (click me) This HBA uses SFF-8643 cables, not SFF-8087 cables. For SATA drives only, use these cables: https://amzn.to/2AVLxBi For SAS/SATA drives, use these cables: https://amzn.to/3egKRVA For 8087 backplane, use this 2 pack of cables: https://amzn.to/3egKV7M FYI, it’s PCIe 3.0 x8, enabling higher maximum throughput from connected drives. Adaptec ASR-71605 16-Por…