Overview
The Fujitsu PRAID EP680i is a storage controller designed to enhance data management and reliability in various environments. With interfaces for SATA 6 Gb/s, SAS 12 Gb/s, and PCIe 4.0 (NVMe), this controller supports up to 256 storage devices, meeting extensive capacity requirements efficiently. Its support for multiple RAID levels including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, and RAID 60 provides flexibility in data protection strategies and performance optimization. Key features of the PRAID EP680i include Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) and Online RAID Level Migration (RLM), allowing straightforward storage upgrades and modifications without system downtime. SCSI Enclosure Services (SES) support, S.M.A.R.T. compliance, and FastPath functionality contribute to enhanced system management and performance. With a buffer size of 8 GB and a processing capability via the SAS3916 processor, this storage controller ensures efficient operation in demanding tasks, making it suitable for both hard drives and solid-state drives.
  • Supports up to 256 storage devices
  • Flexible RAID options including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, and RAID 60
  • Features Online Capacity Expansion and Online RAID Level Migration for easy upgrades
  • SCSI Enclosure Services and S.M.A.R.T. support for enhanced management
  • Efficient performance with a buffer size of 8 GB
Robust storage capacity The Fujitsu PRAID EP680i can support up to 256 storage devices, making it ideal for environments with large data storage needs. Flexible RAID configurations With support for various RAID levels including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, and RAID 60, users can select the optimal configuration for specific performance and data protection requirements. Seamless upgrades Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) and Online RAID Level Migration (RLM) enable users to upgrade storage and change RAID levels without any downtime, ensuring continuous data availability. Advanced management capabilities The inclusion of SCSI Enclosure Services (SES) and S.M.A.R.T. support assists administrators in monitoring system health and maintaining optimal performance. Enhanced performance Featuring a buffer size of 8 GB and powered by the SAS3916 processor, the PRAID EP680i is built to handle data-intensive applications smoothly.