Name: 03KH372 Lenovo 16-Port Broadcom 940-16i 12Gb/s SAS/SATA PCIe 4.0 RAID Controller 4GB Flash Low-Profile
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 03KH372
Price: 899.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 16-Port Broadcom 940-16i RAID controller is built to manage high-density storage with speed and reliability. It fits well in servers that demand fast data transfers and solid RAID performance, bridging multiple drive types through PCIe 4.0 connectivity without adding bulk to the system.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	03KH372
Alternate Part Number	03KH372-13-CT

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom 940-16i (Tri-Mode SAS/SATA)
Host Interface	PCIe 4.0 x8
Data Rate	12Gb/s per port (SAS/SATA)
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,JBOD
Cache	4GB flash-backed cache (NVRAM/Flash)
Ports	16
Compatibility	Lenovo ThinkSystem servers; supports SAS and SATA HDD/SSD; OS drivers available for Microsoft Windows Server, major Linux distributions and VMware ESXi (driver/firmware dependent)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low-Profile PCIe (Half-Height)
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This Lenovo RAID controller manages multiple storage drives, combining SAS and SATA devices into a unified, high-speed setup. It’s commonly found in data centers and enterprise servers where robust data protection and quick access are essential. IT professionals and system administrators use it to optimize storage arrays and improve system resilience. Key Features Handles up to 16 devices simultaneously with tri-mode compatibility Supports PCIe 4.0 for improved bandwidth and reduced latency Equipped with 4GB of flash to speed up caching and rebuilds Compatible with a wide range of SAS and SATA drives for flexible storage options Designed as a low-profile card to fit in space-constrained server chassis This controller is typically deployed in medium to large-scale server setups where data integrity and fast storage access are critical. It helps maintain smooth operation during drive failures and boosts overall system efficiency by managing RAID functions effectively.

Use Cases
The Lenovo 16-Port Broadcom 940-16i RAID controller is designed for environments requiring intensive storage management with high throughput and reliable RAID configurations. It is especially suited for data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures where maximizing storage density and performance is critical. How It's Used: Facilitating high-speed storage operations in virtualization clusters within enterprise data centers. Supporting large-scale database servers that demand rapid access to SAS/SATA storage arrays. Integrating into compact rack-mounted servers in remote or branch offices requiring efficient storage management. Enhancing performance and fault tolerance for storage clusters used in big data analytics workloads. Deploying in cloud service providers’ infrastructure to manage mixed SAS/SATA drive configurations with low-profile hardware constraints. By enabling high-density connectivity and supporting PCIe 4.0 speeds, this RAID controller helps maintain operational efficiency and scalability in demanding server environments. Its low-profile design allows for versatile deployment without sacrificing storage performance or reliability.

03KH372 Lenovo 16-Port Broadcom 940-16i 12Gb/s SAS/SATA PCIe 4.0 RAID Controller 4GB Flash Low-Profile

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General Information

Technical Specification

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