This is a genuine Gigabyte CRS1060 & CRS1029 PCIe Riser Kit with Metal Cage and Cables, specifically designed for the Gigabyte R162-Z12-CD 1U Server (Kit P/N: CRS1060, CRS1029; Cable P/N: 25CFM-100820-A4R-RSL74-3864; Metal Cage P/N: 25CR1-730300-Y4R). This comprehensive kit is engineered to significantly enhance the expansion and storage capabilities of your 1U server by providing essential PCIe slots and internal drive connectivity.

The kit includes the Gigabyte CRS1060 High-Profile PCIe Riser Card (integrated into a metal cage with potential auxiliary power inputs), which offers two additional PCIe expansion slots for high-performance network adapters, HBAs, or other PCIe devices. The Gigabyte CRS1029 Low-Profile PCIe to Mini-SAS HD Adapter Card plugs into a PCIe slot and provides two internal Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) ports. These ports connect, via the included cables, to up to eight 2.5" SAS or SATA drives within your server's backplane, expanding your storage options. The kit comes complete with two Mini-SAS HD to 4x SATA (data & power) breakout cables, enabling direct connection to eight drives, along with additional auxiliary PCIe power cables, ensuring robust power delivery to connected components. This all-in-one solution is crucial for maximizing the performance and flexibility of your Gigabyte R162-Z12-CD in demanding data center environments.

Key Features

• Genuine Gigabyte Kit: Specifically designed and validated for seamless integration with the Gigabyte R162-Z12-CD 1U Server.

• Gigabyte CRS1060 PCIe Riser: High-profile riser providing two PCIe expansion slots (likely x16 or x8 electrical) for adding high-performance adapter cards in a 1U chassis.

• Gigabyte CRS1029 Storage Adapter: Low-profile card offering two internal Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) ports to connect up to eight 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives.

• Comprehensive Cabling Included:

  • 2x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) to 4x SATA (Data + Power) Breakout Cables: Directly connects the CRS1029 to up to eight 2.5" SAS/SATA drives.

  • Auxiliary PCIe Power Cables: Provides additional power for high-wattage PCIe cards installed in the CRS1060.

• Enhanced Server Expansion: Facilitates the installation of critical networking, storage, or acceleration cards in a space-constrained 1U server.

• Flexible Storage Connectivity: Enables robust internal SAS/SATA drive configurations directly from a PCIe slot.

• Durable Metal Cage: The CRS1060 is integrated into a sturdy metal cage for secure mounting and EMI shielding within the server chassis.