Name: 9460-8I Broadcom 12Gb/s SAS SATA NVMe Tri-Mode PCIe RAID Controller 8 Ports
Brand: Broadcom
SKU: 9460-8I
Price: 234.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Broadcom 9460-8I controller facilitates high-speed data management across SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives with an 8-port configuration. It fits into server and storage environments requiring flexible, reliable RAID solutions to support diverse workloads and storage needs.

General Information
Brand	Broadcom
Part Number	9460-8I

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom MegaRAID 9460 Tri-Mode RAID-on-Chip (ROC)
Host Interface	PCIe 4.0 x8
Data Rate	12Gb/s SAS (per lane); PCIe Gen4 x8 for NVMe throughput
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Connectivity	SAS,SATA,NVMe
Compatibility	Windows Server, Linux (RHEL/SLES), VMware ESXi

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	PCIe low-profile (half-height); full-height bracket supported
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The Broadcom 9460-8I RAID controller is built for managing high-speed storage devices in demanding data center and enterprise server setups. It supports tri-mode connectivity, allowing SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives to be used simultaneously, which offers great flexibility in storage configurations. Often found in servers and storage arrays, this controller is suited for IT professionals who need reliable and efficient RAID solutions that can handle both traditional and modern solid-state drives. Its PCIe 4.0 interface helps maximize data transfer rates, making it a popular choice for workloads requiring fast access to large datasets. Key Features Handles 8 internal ports compatible with SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives PCIe 4.0 interface for fast and responsive data throughput Supports multiple RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50 Advanced error recovery and data protection features included Compatible with a wide range of server platforms and operating systems This controller is typically deployed in enterprise storage systems where a mix of drive types is used for balancing performance and cost. It plays a key role in improving storage reliability and efficiency, helping keep critical applications running smoothly.

Use Cases
The Broadcom 9460-8I controller is designed for deployment in enterprise IT and data center environments that require robust, high-throughput storage connectivity supporting mixed drive types. It is especially suited for IT professionals managing virtualization workloads, storage clusters, and demanding server applications where flexibility and reliability in RAID configurations are critical. How It's Used: Integration into virtualization platforms to provide fast and reliable connectivity for mixed NVMe, SAS, and SATA storage arrays. Deployment in high-density rack servers within data centers to manage storage clusters with diverse drive technologies. Use in enterprise backup and archival systems where RAID configurations ensure data integrity and fault tolerance. Implementation in edge computing nodes requiring versatile storage options with low latency access. Support for database servers demanding consistent high bandwidth and low latency across multiple drive types. This controller supports operational efficiency by enabling scalable storage configurations that balance performance, capacity, and redundancy. Its tri-mode capabilities facilitate seamless integration of heterogeneous storage devices to meet evolving enterprise workload demands.

9460-8I Broadcom 12Gb/s SAS SATA NVMe Tri-Mode PCIe RAID Controller 8 Ports

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases