Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i RAID-controller - PCIe 3.0 x8, 12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA, 8 interne poorten, 1GB cache, low profile

The Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i is a high-performance RAID controller designed for enterprise storage environments. Featuring the LSI SAS3108 dual-core ROC processor and 1GB 1866MHz DDR3 cache with CacheVault flash protection, it delivers exceptional data integrity and throughput. With support for SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 6Gb/s drives, this low-profile MD2 card fits into a wide range of servers and workstations.

Advantages

Unmatched reliability and performance for mission-critical applications. The CacheVault technology ensures cached data is preserved during power loss without the need for batteries. PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface provides ample bandwidth for demanding workloads. Supports up to 128 devices via two Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 internal connectors.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring hardware RAID for data protection
• Workstations with high-speed storage needs
• Data centers deploying SAS or SATA SSDs/HDDs
• Virtualization environments (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V)

Key specifications

• Controller Type: RAID
• Host Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Internal Ports: 8 (2 x Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643)
• Data Transfer Rate: SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s
• Supported RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
• Cache Memory: 1GB 1866MHz DDR3
• Cache Protection: CacheVault Flash Module (CVFM04)
• Processor: LSI SAS3108 Dual-Core ROC
• Form Factor: Low-Profile MD2
• Max Supported Devices: 128
• Power Consumption: 13.6W (typical)
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Compliance: RoHS

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair with enterprise-grade SAS SSDs or HDDs. Use MegaRAID Storage Manager for easy configuration and monitoring. Ideal for building high-availability storage arrays in servers and workstations.