Broadcom 9361-8i High-Performance RAID Controller
The Broadcom 9361-8i is a high-performance RAID controller designed to provide advanced data management capabilities for enterprise storage environments. Offering cutting-edge features like 12Gb/s SAS interface, enhanced RAID functionality, and robust data protection, the Broadcom 9361-8i ensures superior performance, reliability, and scalability for mission-critical applications.
Broadcom 9361-8i Key Features:
• High-performance 12 Gb/s data transfer rates
• Eight internal 12 Gb/s SATA+SAS ports
• Two mini-SAS SFF8643 internal connectors (horizontal mount)
• SAS3108: 1.2 GHz PowerPC 476 dual-core 12 Gb/s ROC
• PCI Express 3.0 host interface
• Cache memory options:
− 1 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
− 2 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
• RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
• Support for Cache Vault flash cache protection
Key Advantages:
• 12 Gb/s solutions accelerate performance for next-generation data centers, web, and cloud
• Delivers enterprise-class data protection and security
• Preserves investment in 6 Gb/s and 3 Gb/s drives
• Support for Advanced Software options
• Connect up to 128 3 Gb/s, 6 Gb/s, or 12 Gb/s SATA and SAS devices
Eight-Port Internal 12 Gb Dual-Core ROC-Based SAS Solution Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Solution Overview | Eight-port internal 12 Gb dual-core ROC-based SAS solution for data center, cloud, and performance-hungry applications. Supports up to 128 SAS or SATA devices. |
| Physical Dimensions | MD2 Low Profile (6.6 in. × 2.536 in.) |
| Connectors | Two mini-SAS SFF8643 internal connectors (horizontal mount) |
| Device Support | Up to 128 SAS and/or SATA devices |
| Host Bus Type | x8 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant |
| Data Transfer Rates | Up to 12 Gb/s per port |
| I/O Processor/SAS Controller | SAS3108 12 Gb/s dual-core ROC |
| Cache Memory Options | – 1 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM – 2 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM |
| Cache Protection | Optional CacheVault Flash Module (LSICVM02) including CVFM04, CVPM02, mounting clip, and cable |
| Key RAID Data Protection Features | – RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6 – RAID spans 10, 50, 60 – Online Capacity Expansion (OCE) – Online RAID Level Migration (RLM) – Auto resume after power loss – Single controller multipathing – Load balancing – Configurable stripe size up to 1 MB – Fast initialization – Check consistency – SSD Guard™ technology – Patrol read for media scanning and repairing – 64 logical drive support – Global and dedicated hot spare with revertible support – Enclosure management (SES, SGPIO) |
| SSD Optimization | – MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 Software for SSD caching (optional upgrade) – MegaRAID Fast Path Software for SSD I/O acceleration (included) |
| Operating Temperature | Maximum ambient: 55°C (with CacheVault accessory) |
| Operating Voltage | +3.3V, +12V |
| MTBF | 1,343,187 hours |
| Hardware Warranty | 3 years with free 5×8 phone support and advanced replacement option |
| Regulatory Certifications | EMC: EN55022, EN55024, EN60950, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 Safety: FCC Class A/B, UL1950, CSA C22.2, VCCI, RRL for MIC, BSMI, C-tick |
| MegaRAID Management Suite | – MegaRAID Storage Manager – StorCLI (Command-Line Interface) – CTRL-R (BIOS Configuration Utility) – HII (UEFI Human Interface Infrastructure) |
| Compliances | EMC: Class B-US (CFR 47, P15B); Canada (ICES-003); Japan (V-3/02.04); Europe (EN55022/EN55024); Australia/New Zealand (AS/NZS 3548); Safety: EN60950 |
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