Broadcom
Broadcom MegaRAID 9670W-16i
The Broadcom MegaRAID 9670W-16i is a powerful Tri-Mode storage adapter designed for modern SSD-based systems. Built on the SAS4116W RAID-on-Chip, it supports NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices, delivering substantial improvements in bandwidth and IOPS. This 24G PCIe 4.0 adapter enhances performance with reduced write latency and faster rebuilds, all without requiring additional cooling. It offers flexible RAID levels for robust data protection, making it an excellent choice for demanding applications.
$4800.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
451
/ 1154
#451 in Computer Interface Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
+743%
Above average
Host Interface
4.016
/ PCIe x
Who it's for
- High-Density PCIe Gen 4 Performance
- Robust Hardware RAID Engine
- Tri-Mode Storage Flexibility
Who should skip it
- High Acquisition Cost
- Increased Management Complexity
- Significant Power and Cooling Requirements
Key Specs
Host Interface
PCIe 4.0 x16
Internal Ports
16
Cache Memory
8GB with CacheVault CVPM05 protection
Supported Devices
Up to 240 SAS/SATA or 32 NVMe
Connector Type
2x8 SFF-8654 (SlimSAS) x8
Data Transfer Rates
22.5, 12, and 6Gb/s SAS; 6Gb/s SATA
RAID Levels
0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD
Physical Dimensions
167.52 mm x 111.15 mm
Features
- Supports NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices simultaneously
- Delivers significant bandwidth and IOPS improvements
- Features CacheVault flash cache protection
- Enables high SSD performance without extra cooling
- Supports hardware secure boot
- Offers flexible RAID levels for data protection
- Ready for Universal Bay Management integration
- Uses modern x16 PCIe Gen 4.0 host interface
What customers say
Enterprise users highly praise the MegaRAID 9670W-16i for its exceptional performance, especially its ability to maximize PCIe Gen 4 speeds with NVMe SSD arrays, delivering crucial throughput and low latency for demanding tasks. Reliability is a standout feature; the controller maintains stability under continuous heavy workloads, making it a trusted choice for critical systems. However, this top tier performance comes with complexity. Setup and ongoing management require significant technical expertise due to the less intuitive nature of the included management utilities. While performance justifies the investment for experts needing robust, industry-leading stability, the steep learning curve and specialized nature limit its appeal to general users.
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