This is a genuine Broadcom MegaRAID 9380-8i8e 12Gb/s SAS/SATA PCIe 3.0 x8 RAID Controller (P/N: 9380-8i8e, 03-25716-24007). As a top-tier enterprise-grade hardware RAID controller, the 9380-8i8e offers unparalleled performance and extensive storage connectivity for demanding data center and server applications. It features eight internal 12Gb/s SAS3/SATA3 ports and eight external 12Gb/s SAS3/SATA3 ports, providing a total of 16 physical lanes of storage connectivity. The PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface ensures maximum bandwidth to the server, supporting the most intensive I/O workloads. With comprehensive RAID level support (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60), advanced data protection features, and a low-profile bracket, this controller is ideal for high-density servers and external JBOD/JBOF enclosures, offering flexible, scalable, and highly reliable storage solutions for mission-critical environments.
Key Features
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Enterprise-Grade Performance: Delivers superior I/O performance for high-throughput and low-latency storage applications.
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12Gb/s SAS3/SATA3 Support: Supports the latest 12Gb/s SAS (SAS3) standard, backward compatible with 6Gb/s SAS and SATA drives, ensuring broad compatibility and future-proofing.
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16 Ports (8 Internal / 8 External): Offers extensive connectivity with eight internal ports (via SFF-8643 connectors, connecting to internal backplanes) and eight external ports (via SFF-8644 connectors, for external JBODs).
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Interface: Provides dedicated high-bandwidth connectivity to the server, preventing I/O bottlenecks.
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Comprehensive RAID Support: Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for flexible data protection and performance configurations.
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Hardware RAID Engine: Offloads complex RAID calculations from the host CPU, significantly improving overall system performance and efficiency.
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Low-Profile Bracket: Designed for installation in high-density server chassis and space-constrained environments.
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Advanced Data Protection: Features such as optional CacheVault flash cache protection and SafeStore encryption services (may require additional modules/licenses).
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Broadcom MegaRAID Reliability: Built on the industry-leading MegaRAID technology, known for its robustness and extensive feature set.
