ATTO XstreamCORE Bridge XCET-8100-TSE 1U rackmount 40GbE naar 12Gb SAS bridge

The ATTO XstreamCORE Bridge XCET-8100-TSE is a high-performance 1U rackmount bridge that connects 40GbE Ethernet networks to 12Gb SAS storage. Designed for data-intensive environments, it delivers up to 6.5 GB/s throughput and sub-microsecond latency, enabling seamless integration of SAS/SATA SSDs and HDDs into Ethernet-based storage infrastructures.

Advantages

Unlock the full potential of your storage with the XCET-8100-TSE. Its dual 40GbE QSFP+ ports and four 12Gb SAS ports provide massive bandwidth and low latency, ideal for NVMe over Fabrics (NVMe-oF) and iSCSI deployments. The bridge supports up to 240 drives via SAS expanders, making it perfect for scaling storage without replacing existing infrastructure. Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies ensure maximum uptime.

Suitable for

• Data centers requiring high-speed storage connectivity
• Media and entertainment workflows with large file transfers
• Virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V) needing low-latency storage
• Backup and disaster recovery solutions

Key specifications

• Host Interface: 2 x 40GbE QSFP+ (supports 4x10GbE breakout)
• Storage Interface: 4 x 12Gb SAS (Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644)
• Maximum Throughput: 6.5 GB/s
• Maximum IOPS: 1.3 Million 4K IOPS
• Latency: As low as 1 microsecond
• Supported Protocols: iSCSI, NVMe-oF
• Drive Support: SAS/SATA SSDs and HDDs, up to 240 drives
• Management: Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP
• Power: Dual redundant, hot-swappable
• Form Factor: 1U Rackmount

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair the XCET-8100-TSE with ATTO XstreamCORE software and use high-quality QSFP+ cables and SAS cables. Ensure your network switches support 40GbE or 10GbE breakout configurations.