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ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e SAS HBA Card, PCIe 4.0 x8, 2 x SFF-8644 External, 12Gb/s SAS

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ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e SAS HBA Card, PCIe 4.0 x8, 2 x SFF-8644 External, 12Gb/s SAS

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The ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e is a PCIe 4.0 x8 SAS host bus adapter (Broadcom HBA 9500-8e) with two external SFF-8644 ports for ASUSTOR JBOD expansion units. Genuine ASUSTOR with a 3-year warranty, delivered Australia-wide by ARC IP Networks at competitive prices.

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The ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e is a PCIe 4.0 x8 SAS host bus adapter with two external Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) ports for 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA, used to connect ASUSTOR's JBOD expansion units. ARC IP Networks supplies it genuine, with Australia-wide delivery.

ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e SAS HBA PCIe card

AS-SAS8e overview

The AS-SAS8e is based on the Broadcom HBA 9500-8e with a SAS3808 I/O controller. It supports the SAS-3 and NVMe protocols and works with ADM Storage Manager.

ASUSTOR lists it for the Lockerstor 12R Pro (AS7112RDX), Lockerstor 16R Pro (AS7116RDX) and PCs, with operating-system support from ADM 5.0 to Windows, VMware vSphere/ESXi and Linux.

ASUSTOR covers the AS-SAS8e with a 3-year warranty.

Key features

SAS-3 at 12Gb/s

Connects 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA storage; ASUSTOR says SAS-3 offers higher performance and lower latency than SATA III.

PCIe 4.0 x8 host bus

An x8 lane PCI Express 4.0 card.

Two external Mini-SAS HD ports

Two x4 SFF-8644 external connectors.

Broadcom HBA 9500-8e

Built on the Broadcom HBA 9500-8e with a SAS3808 I/O controller.

Managed in ADM

Works with ADM Storage Manager for easy management.

Built for 24/7

Suited to 24/7 high-load operation.

AS-SAS8E specifications

At a glance

SAS-3 12Gb/s
PCIe 4.0 x8
2 x SFF-8644 (x4)
Broadcom 9500-8e
3-year warranty
AS-SAS8E full specifications
Controller
ModelBroadcom HBA 9500-8e
I/O controllerSAS3808
Connection
External connectors2 x4 SFF-8644 (external Mini-SAS HD)
Host busPCI Express 4.0, x8 lane
Data rate12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA
ProtocolsSAS-3 and NVMe
Compatibility
Applicable models (ASUSTOR)AS7112RDX, AS7116RDX, PC
Operating systemsADM 5.0, Microsoft Windows, VMware vSphere/ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Citrix XenServer, CentOS Linux, Ubuntu Linux, Debian Linux, Oracle Enterprise Linux, Fedora, FreeBSD
Environment
Operating temperature0°C to 55°C
Operating humidity20% to 80%, non-condensing
Build
Size68.77 (W) x 167.65 (D) mm
MTBFMore than 5,000,000 hours at 40°C
Warranty3 years (ASUSTOR)

Source: ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e product page, specifications and datasheet. Checked October 2026; subject to change by the manufacturer.

What's in the box

  • AS-SAS8e HBA
  • Low-profile bracket
  • Full-height bracket (attached)

Source: ASUSTOR AS-SAS8e package contents.

AS-SAS8E compatibility

ASUSTOR's applicable models

  • Lockerstor 12R Pro (AS7112RDX) and Lockerstor 16R Pro (AS7116RDX), and PCs.
  • ARC IP Networks does not list those two NAS. For a Lockerstor R Pro Gen2, call us to confirm the right SAS card before ordering.

Expansion units

  • ASUSTOR describes the AS-SAS8e as the storage connection to its JBOD expansion units. The Xpanstor 12R (AX7012R) is ASUSTOR's 12-bay SAS expansion unit with Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) ports.

Related ASUSTOR guides

ASUSTOR with VMware vSphere

RAID levels explained for ASUSTOR

How to choose an ASUSTOR NAS

Buy the ASUSTOR AS-SAS8E from ARC IP Networks

ARC IP Networks is a trusted ASUSTOR supplier in Australia: genuine ASUSTOR NAS and accessories at competitive prices, with the full ASUSTOR manufacturer warranty, Australia-wide delivery and trade pricing.

  • Genuine ASUSTOR: new stock with the ASUSTOR accessories and documents listed under What's in the box.
  • Manufacturer warranty: 3-year ASUSTOR warranty.
  • Australia-wide delivery to every state and territory.
  • Trade and project pricing: call 1300 100 440 or email info@arcip.com.au.

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about the ASUSTOR AS-SAS8E from the ARC IP Networks team.

Last reviewed October 2026.

A PCIe 4.0 x8 SAS host bus adapter (Broadcom HBA 9500-8e, SAS3808 controller) with two external x4 SFF-8644 ports, for 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA storage.

ASUSTOR lists the Lockerstor 12R Pro (AS7112RDX), Lockerstor 16R Pro (AS7116RDX) and PCs. Supported operating systems include ADM 5.0, Windows, VMware vSphere/ESXi and major Linux distributions.

ASUSTOR describes it as the high-performance storage connection to its JBOD expansion units, such as the 12-bay Xpanstor 12R (AX7012R), which has Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) ports.

Yes. ASUSTOR says it supports the SAS-3 and NVMe protocols.

The AS-SAS8e HBA with a full-height bracket attached and a low-profile bracket.

ASUSTOR lists a 3-year warranty.

ARC IP Networks is a trusted ASUSTOR supplier in Australia: genuine ASUSTOR NAS and accessories at competitive prices, with the full ASUSTOR manufacturer warranty, Australia-wide delivery and trade pricing. Call 1300 100 440 for trade and project pricing.

Need the AS-SAS8E for a project or several sites?

Ask ARC IP Networks for volume and project pricing, or a configured ASUSTOR quote with an Xpanstor 12R, drives and a rackmount NAS.

Genuine ASUSTOR in Australia. Browse the full ASUSTOR range at ARC IP Networks: Drivestor, Lockerstor and Flashstor NAS, NAS and drive bundles, and accessories.

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If a product is faulty, damaged, not of acceptable quality, or does not perform as advertised, you are entitled to a repair, replacement, or refund in accordance with ACL.

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ARC IP Networks will arrange assessment, replacement, or refund as appropriate.

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Handling fees and non-returnable service charges may not be refundable where permitted by law.


Restocking Fees

For approved change-of-mind or non-faulty returns, a 15% restocking fee applies.

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  • Faulty or defective products: ARC IP Networks covers return shipping under Australian Consumer Law.

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For issues not covered by warranty:

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  • No repairs are undertaken without customer approval

Return Methods

Returns may be made:

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  • Or by shipment as instructed by our support team

Proof of purchase is required for all returns.

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