Broadcom BCM HBA 9600-8i8e 8-Port Internal 8-Port External 12Gb/s TriMode PCIe 4.0 x8 8GB Cache SAS/NVMe/SATA Controller

The Broadcom BCM HBA 9600-8i8e is a high-performance Tri-Mode storage controller designed for enterprise and data center environments. It supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives simultaneously, providing exceptional flexibility and scalability. With 8 internal and 8 external ports via SlimSAS SFF-8654 connectors, this HBA delivers up to 24 Gb/s per lane for SAS-4 and 16 GT/s for NVMe, ensuring blazing-fast data transfer rates. The PCIe 4.0 x8 host interface maximizes bandwidth, while the 8GB cache enhances performance for demanding workloads. Ideal for JBOD configurations, it supports up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices and 24 NVMe devices, making it a versatile solution for storage expansion.

Advantages

Tri-Mode support allows seamless integration of SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives in a single adapter, reducing complexity and cost. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface provides double the bandwidth of PCIe 3.0, ensuring future-proof performance. With 16 total physical lanes (8 internal, 8 external), this HBA offers extensive connectivity for both internal and external storage arrays. The included full-height and low-profile brackets ensure compatibility with various server chassis.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring high-speed storage connectivity
• Data centers deploying mixed SAS/SATA/NVMe storage environments
• JBOD (Just a Bunch Of Disks) configurations for scalable storage
• High-performance computing (HPC) and big data analytics

Key specifications

• Controller Chip: Broadcom SAS4116 Tri-Mode ROC
• Host Bus Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x8
• Internal Connectors: 2 x SlimSAS SFF-8654 (x4 lanes each)
• External Connectors: 2 x SlimSAS SFF-8654 (x4 lanes each)
• Total Physical Lanes: 16 (8 internal, 8 external)
• Supported Drive Interfaces: SAS, SATA, NVMe (Tri-Mode)
• SAS Data Transfer Rate: Up to 24 Gb/s per lane (SAS-4)
• SATA Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6 Gb/s per port
• NVMe Data Transfer Rate: Up to 16 GT/s per lane (PCIe Gen 4)
• Form Factor: MD2 Low Profile
• Max SAS/SATA Devices: Up to 1024
• Max NVMe Devices: Up to 24
• Operating Modes: HBA (JBOD)
• Power Consumption: ~15.5 W (typical)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• MTBF: >3,000,000 hours
• Brackets Included: Full-height and Low-profile

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this HBA with Broadcom compatible cables and NVMe drives. Ensure your system has a PCIe 4.0 x8 slot available. This controller is ideal for building high-speed storage arrays in enterprise environments.