Product Type | Storage Controller (HBA) |
Model | Cisco M7 12G SAS HBA |
Form Factor | Low-profile adapter card |
Weight | 0.5 lbs (approximate) |
Power Requirements | 12V DC via PCIe slot |
Supported Servers | Cisco UCSC-C220-M7S, UCSC-C220-M7S-NEW, UCSC-C240-M7SX, UCSC-C240-M7SX-NEW |
Mode of Operation | HBA (non-RAID) |
Cisco M7 12G SAS HBA for 16 Drives, UCSC-SAS-T-D


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- High channel capacity with support for 16 SAS devices enhances storage scalability.
- Designed for Cisco UCS M7 series ensures seamless integration and compatibility.
- TAA compliance and U.S. origin meet government and enterprise procurement standards.
Product Overview
The Cisco M7 12G SAS HBA for 16 Drives (UCSC-SAS-T-D) is a high-performance storage controller crafted for Cisco UCS platforms, offering 12Gb/s SAS connectivity across 16 channels. Operating in HBA mode, it ensures efficient non-RAID data processing. Designed for UCSC-C220-M7S and UCSC-C240-M7SX models, it supports 16 direct SAS connections. With its TAA compliance and U.S. origin, it’s appropriate for regulated and government use. Built to enhance performance in virtualization and data-intensive environments, the M7 HBA integrates seamlessly within Cisco’s server infrastructure.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Compliance Standards | RoHS, WEEE |
Certifications | FCC Class A, UL, CE |
Advanced Security Features
Data Protection | End-to-end data integrity via SAS T10 DIF |
Secure Firmware | Firmware signed and verified by Cisco |
Tamper Protection | Secure firmware update process |
Hardware Encryption | No (relies on software layer or storage device controller) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | SAS 12Gb/s (Serial Attached SCSI) |
Number of Channels | 16 |
Data Transfer Rate per Channel | 12 Gbit/s |
Total Bandwidth | Up to 192 Gbit/s (aggregate across 16 channels) |
Connector Type | Internal mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) |
Number of Ports | 4 x internal mini-SAS HD ports (each supporting 4 drives) |
Drive Support | Supports up to 16 SAS drives |
Physical & Environmental
Card Dimensions (H x L) | 2.71 in. x 6.6 in. (low profile standard) |
Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 55°C (50°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Server-dependent passive cooling (airflow from server chassis) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Utility | Managed via Cisco UCS Manager / CIMC |
Licensing Requirements | No additional license required (standard hardware component) |
Remote Monitoring | Yes, through UCS management console |