Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller
Brand: Broadcom | Category: Storage Systems
SKU: 05-50135-00 | Part #: 05-50135-00 | MPN: 05-50135-00
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About the Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller
The Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller delivers exceptional 4K random I/O performance with sub-millisecond latency—the benchmark standard enterprise storage architects rely on for mission-critical SLAs. This PCIe 4.0 x8 controller bridges SAS, SATA, and NVMe workloads on a single card, eliminating the complexity of multi-controller deployments while maintaining deterministic response times across mixed-protocol environments.
Built on the SAS4116 IOC, the 9660-16i supports up to 240 drives with expanders and provides 8GB DDR4 onboard cache to accelerate both read-heavy and write-intensive operations. The tri-mode architecture—native support for SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s, and NVMe PCIe Gen 4.0—enables storage teams to consolidate legacy and modern drives without firmware compromises. Broadcom's CacheCade Pro 2.0 and FastPath I/O further optimize throughput for databases, virtualization, and AI workloads. IT procurement specialists will appreciate RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 flexibility, 256-bit AES encryption via SafeStore, and broad OS compatibility spanning Windows Server, RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu, and VMware ESXi. The low-profile MD2 form factor fits dense server configurations, while four SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i connectors reduce cabling clutter. StorCLI and MegaRAID Storage Manager provide remote management across heterogeneous data center environments. Part number 05-50135-00 operates reliably from 0°C to 55°C, supporting enterprise deployment anywhere from edge to core infrastructure.
Key Specifications
- Host Interface: PCIe 4.0 x8
- Drive Protocols Supported: SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s, NVMe PCIe Gen 4.0
- Internal Ports: 16 ports across 4 x SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i connectors
- Maximum Drives: 240 with expanders
- Onboard Cache: 8GB DDR4
- RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Broadcom |
| Category | Storage Systems |
| SKU | 05-50135-00 |
| Part Number | 05-50135-00 |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 05-50135-00 |
| Product Family | MegaRAID 9660 Series |
| Host Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| IOC | Broadcom SAS4116 |
| Drive Interface Protocols | SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s, NVMe PCIe Gen 4.0 |
| Internal Ports | 16 |
| Internal Connectors | 4 x SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i |
| Maximum Drive Support (with expanders) | 240 |
| Onboard Cache Memory | 8GB DDR4 |
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Form Factor | Low-Profile MD2 |
| Data Transfer Rate (NVMe) | Up to 24 Gb/s per port (PCIe Gen 4.0) |
| Encryption Support | SafeStore (SED management, AES 256-bit) |
| Operating System Support | Windows Server, RHEL, SUSE Linux, Ubuntu, VMware ESXi |
| Management Interface | StorCLI, MegaRAID Storage Manager, MCTP over PCIe |
| Advanced Features | CacheCade Pro 2.0, FastPath I/O, Patrol Read, Background Initialization, SMART monitoring |
| Power Connector | SlimSAS power connector (auxiliary) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
Frequently Asked Questions about Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller
What does the Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller do?
the Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. It is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller?
Key specifications for the Broadcom MegaRAID 9660-16i Tri-Mode RAID Controller: new condition; raid support MegaRAID; ai optimized Yes. Manufacturer part number 05-50135-00. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.