
Best Broadcom products in the Storage controller category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Broadcom products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Broadcom MegaRAID 9440-8I
This RAID controller offers you increased bandwidth, IOPS performance, and data security. The MegaRAID 9440-8i Tri-Mode storage adapter features a 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe (NVMe) controller that enables internal connectivity. This allows you to enjoy performance and RAID data protection for your server applications.

2. Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-16i
MegaRAID 9560-16i
The PCIe 4.0 RAID controller enhances performance and maximizes design flexibility with tri-mode connectivity and NVMe devices.
The MegaRAID 9500 series is the industry's first PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID adapter family, offering PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces. The MegaRAID 9560-16i adapter, based on the SAS3916 PCIe 4.0 x8 RAID-on-Chip (RoC) with a high port count, delivers double the performance of previous generations.
The 9560-16i is compatible with existing PCIe SFF-8639 module backplanes (U.2), allowing users to boost performance for today's increasingly bandwidth-intensive environments. In conjunction with two industry initiatives that expand the use of tri-mode SerDes technology, which enables the operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA devices in a single drive bay, the 9560-16i helps extract the best performance and flexibility from U.3 backplanes:
- SFF-TA-10001 specification (U.3), which defines a common bay type for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
- Universal Backplane Management (UBM), which defines a common backplane control and management framework
With tri-mode SerDes technology, the adapter negotiates between speeds and protocols to seamlessly work with all three types of storage devices. Tri-mode support provides a non-disruptive way to evolve existing data center infrastructure.

3. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID -16i SAS/SATA/NVMe8GB
The MegaRAID 9600 series is the third generation of Broadcom’s industry-leading Tri-Mode x8 and x16 NVMe/SAS/SATA storage adapters. Designed to deliver the best possible performance for NVMe SSD-based storage systems, the 9600 family offers 2x the bandwidth, over 4x the IOPs, a 25x reduction in write latency, and a 60x increase in performance during rebuilds compared to the previous generation.
The MegaRAID 9670W-16i, based on the SAS4116W RAID-on-Chip (RoC), delivers more than a 4x increase in RAID5 random write operations and twice the bandwidth over the previous generation. The 9670W-16i’s advanced thermal solution enables these significant performance enhancements without increasing airflow requirements compared to previous generation adapters. Users can incorporate the 9670W-16i into existing platforms to achieve breakthrough SSD performance without adding additional cooling and airflow requirements.

4. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID 9660-16i SAS/SATA/NVMe
MegaRAID 9660-16i
Experience groundbreaking RAID recovery times with double the bandwidth and more than twice the RAID 5 IOPS.
The MegaRAID 9600 series is the third generation of tri-mode x8 and x16 NVMe/SAS/SATA storage adapters. The 9600 family is designed to deliver the best possible performance for NVMe SSD-based storage systems. Compared to the previous generation, it offers double the bandwidth, over four times the IOPS, a 25-fold reduction in write latency, and a 60-fold increase in recovery performance.
The MegaRAID 9660-16i adapter, based on the SAS4116 RAID-on-Chip (RoC), is the most powerful x8 PCIe Gen 4.0 storage adapter available, meeting the ever-increasing demands of the data center. The energy-efficient MegaRAID 9660-16i allows users to seamlessly transition their existing storage infrastructure to achieve groundbreaking SSD performance with minimal airflow and cooling requirements.

5. Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-8i
Short info: Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-8i - Storage Controller (RAID) - 8 transmitters/channel - SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s / PCIe 4.0 (NVMe) - RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, JBOD, 60 - PCIe 4.0 x8 Group Storage Adapters Manufacturer Broadcom Product Code. No. 05-50077-01 Model Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-8i EAN/UPC 0830343007479 Product Description Broadcom MegaRAID 9560-8i - Storage Controller (RAID) - SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s / PCIe 4.0 (NVMe) - PCIe 4.0 x8 Device type Storage controller (RAID) - Plug-in card Bus type PCIe 4.0 x8 Interface SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s / PCIe 4.0 (NVMe) Buffer size 4 GB Supported devices Hard disk array (RAID) Number of channels 8 Max. Number of storage peripherals 240 RAID level RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, JBOD, RAID 60 System requirements FreeBSD, Red Hat Linux, SuSe Linux, Microsoft Windows, Debian Linux, Oracle Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Ubuntu, VMware ESXi, Citrix XenServer, Linux Fedora, VMware vSphere (ESXi) Dimensions (width x depth x height) 15.565 cm.

6. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID 9540-8i SAS/SATA/NVMe
MegaRAID 9540-8i
Ensure data protection for performance-hungry applications with PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces.
The MegaRAID 9500 series is the industry's first PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID adapter family, offering PCIe Gen 4.0 host and storage interfaces. The MegaRAID 9540-8i adapter, based on the SAS3808 PCIe 4.0 x8 IO controller, delivers double the performance of previous generations.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) using entry-level server platforms and workstations require cost-effective, reliable storage solutions. The MegaRAID 9540-8i Tri-Mode Storage Adapter is a PCIe Gen 4.0 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe (NVMe) controller card that meets these needs by providing proven performance and RAID data protection for a range of critical applications.
The adapter's Tri-Mode SerDes technology seamlessly bridges speeds and protocols, enabling the operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA devices in a single drive bay, thereby maximizing performance and flexibility from each drive protocol.

7. Broadcom HBA 9620-16i - Memory controller
The Broadcom HBA 9620-16i is a powerful RAID controller that offers high flexibility and efficiency in managing storage solutions. With its tri-mode connectivity, this controller allows for the connection of up to 32 SAS/SATA or NVMe devices, making it an ideal choice for modern server and storage applications. The controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 10 and provides hot-spare support to enhance data security. Thanks to the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, the HBA 9620-16i ensures a high data transfer rate of up to 22.5 Gbit/s, delivering optimal performance for demanding applications. The controller's form factor is suitable for both full-height and low-profile installations, offering additional flexibility for integration into various systems.
- Tri-mode connectivity for versatile connection options
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 10 with hot-spare functionality
- Maximum data transfer rate of 22.5 Gbit/s
- Compatible with various server operating systems, including SUSE Linux and VMware vSphere
- Allows connection of up to 32 devices via SAS/SATA or NVMe.

8. Broadcom BCM MEGARAID 9540-2M2
The MegaRAID boot adapter provides a reliable boot solution based on the Broadcom second-generation PCIe Gen 4.0 Tri-Mode SAS3808 I/O controller. The 9540-2M2 adapter supports two M.2 NVMe or SATA drives, enabling users to separate their OS drives from their primary data drives. By taking advantage of the unified Broadcom tool suite, users familiar with the Broadcom standard RAID and HBA controllers can easily integrate the 9540-2M2 adapter into their existing management application suite.

9. Broadcom BCM HBA 9500-8i SAS/SATA/NVMe
The Broadcom BCM HBA 9500-8i is a powerful host bus adapter that offers versatile support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe. With a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbit/s, this tri-mode adapter enables efficient connectivity to various storage solutions. The adapter features a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface and supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows and Linux. Its form factor is suitable for both full-height and low-profile applications, making it a flexible solution for different system configurations. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 5,000,000 hours, the BCM HBA 9500-8i provides high reliability and durability. The plug-and-play functionality simplifies installation and integration into existing systems.
- Tri-mode support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe
- Maximum data transfer rate of 12 Gbit/s
- Compatible with PCIe 4.0 x8 interface
- High reliability with 5,000,000 hours MTBF
- Plug-and-play functionality for easy installation.

10. Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-24i
Short info: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-24i - storage controller (RAID) - 24 transmitters/channel - SATA / SAS 12Gb/s low profile - 1200 MBps - RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 - PCIe 3.0 x8 group storage adapter manufacturer Broadcom Manufacturer Art. No. 05-50022-00 EAN/UPC 0830343003662 Product Description: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-24i - Storage Controller (RAID) - SATA / SAS 12Gb/s - PCIe 3.0 x8 Device Type Storage Controller (RAID) - Plug-In Card - Low-Profile Bus Type PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface SATA / SAS 12Gb/s Data Transfer Rate 1200 MBps Buffer Size 4 GB Supported Devices Hard Disk Array (RAID) Number of Channels 24 Max. Number of Storage Peripherals 240 RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, RAID 60 System Requirements FreeBSD, Red Hat Linux, SuSe Linux, Microsoft Windows, Debian Linux, CentOS, Oracle Solaris, VMware ESX, Oracle Linux, Canonical Ubuntu, Linux Fedora Dimensions (width x depth x height) 16.76 cm x 6.89 cm Detailed Details General Device Type Storage Controller
