PCIe RAID Controller Broadcom 9480-8i8e 12Gb/s SAS SATA NVMe Tri-Mode Enterprise Server Storage
PCIe RAID Controller Broadcom 9480-8i8e 12Gb/s SAS SATA NVMe Tri-Mode Enterprise Server Storage
Broadcom MegaRAID 9480
The Broadcom MegaRAID 9480 is a Tri-Mode RAID Controller (8i8e hybrid) with PCIe 4.0 host interface and 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 + NVMe PCIe 4.0 port speed, supporting RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 RAID levels and 2GB DDR4 write cache. Yes Tri-Mode capability enables simultaneous NVMe, SAS, and SATA drive connectivity—ideal for 8i8e (8 internal + 8 external) server storage configurations.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Pcie | PCIe 4.0 |
| Speed | 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 + NVMe PCIe 4.0 |
| Ports Range | 8i8e (8 internal + 8 external) |
| Sata Support | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Nvme Support | Yes (Tri-Mode) |
| Tri Mode | Yes |
| Raid Levels | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Cache | 2GB DDR4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
\What is the MegaRAID 9480?
The Broadcom 9480-8i8e is a Tri-Mode RAID controller with 8 internal + 8 external ports—ideal for servers needing both internal storage RAID and JBOD expansion via external enclosures.
What does 8i8e mean?
8i = 8 internal ports (direct-attached drives), 8e = 8 external ports (connected to expansion enclosures via SAS cables).
Can 9480 connect NVMe externally?
External ports (8e) support SAS/SATA only. NVMe is available on internal ports (8i).
Does 9480 support RAID 6?
Yes. Full RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 support with 2GB DDR4 cache.
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