Limited 1-Year Hardware Warranty

1.Adaptec, Inc. (“Adaptec”) warrants to the purchaser of this product that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. If the product should become defective within the warranty period, Adaptec, at its option, will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchaser’s purchase price for the product, provided it is delivered at the purchaser’s expense to an authorized Adaptec service facility or to Adaptec.

2.Repair or replacement parts or products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will either be new or reconditioned. All replaced parts or products shall become the property of Adaptec. This warranty shall not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, misuse, abuse or as a result of unauthorized service or parts.

3.Warranty service is available to the purchaser by delivering the product during the warranty period to an authorized Adaptec service facility or to Adaptec and providing proof of purchase price and date. The purchaser shall bear all shipping, packing and insurance costs and all other costs, excluding labor and parts, necessary to effectuate repair, replacement or refund under this warranty.

4.For more information on how to obtain warranty service, write or telephone Adaptec at 691 South Milpitas Boulevard, Milpitas, CA 95035, (800) 959-7274.

5.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ANY PRODUCT WHICH HAS BEEN DAMAGED AS A RESULT OF ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE, OR AS A RESULT OF UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE OR PARTS.

6.THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WHICH NOW OR HEREAFTER MIGHT OTHERWISE ARISE RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT SHALL (A) HAVE NO GREATER DURATION THAN 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, (B) TERMINATE AUTOMATICALLY AT THE EXPIRATION OF SUCH PERIOD AND (C) TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW BE EXCLUDED. IN THE EVENT THIS PRODUCT BECOMES DEFECTIVE DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND AS PROVIDED ABOVE. INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF DATA, ARISING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ADAPTEC AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED BOTH FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND TO THE EXTENT NOT UNCONSCIONABLE, FOR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGE.

7.SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

8.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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ACS-100 specifications

The Adaptec ACS-100 is a highly regarded storage controller designed to enhance data management and improve performance in various storage environments. This versatile controller caters primarily to small and medium-sized businesses, as well as enterprise environments, seeking efficient and reliable storage solutions.

One of the standout features of the ACS-100 is its high-performance connectivity capabilities. It supports both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives, making it highly compatible with a wide range of existing storage devices. This dual-support feature allows businesses to leverage their current hardware while also providing the flexibility to expand their storage configurations as needs grow.

Another major feature of the ACS-100 is its impressive data transfer rates. It supports speeds of up to 12 Gbps per port, ensuring rapid data transfers, efficient backup processes, and minimized latency during operations. This attribute is particularly beneficial for organizations that require swift access to large datasets, such as those in video editing, data analysis, or server virtualization.

In addition to high-speed connectivity, the ACS-100 boasts advanced RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) capabilities. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50, providing users with various options to enhance data redundancy and performance. This capability is essential for preventing data loss, especially in mission-critical environments where uptime is crucial.

The ACS-100 also incorporates robust features for data protection and management. It supports hot-swappable drives, allowing users to replace failed drives without taking the system offline, thereby reducing downtime. The controller also features advanced error correction technologies to ensure data integrity, further solidifying its reliability.

Additionally, the device comes with an intuitive management interface that simplifies configuration and monitoring tasks. This user-friendly software enables administrators to efficiently manage storage arrays, monitor performance metrics, and receive alerts about potential issues, making it easier to maintain optimal conditions for data storage.

With its blend of speed, versatility, and reliability, the Adaptec ACS-100 is a powerful solution for modern storage needs. Its compatibility with both SAS and SATA technologies, coupled with advanced RAID configurations and intuitive management features, makes it a valuable tool for organizations looking to streamline their data management processes and ensure their data is both secure and accessible.
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