Tri-Mode RAID Controller Broadcom MegaRAID 9540-2M2 NVMe M.2 SAS SATA SSD Adapter PCIe 4.0
Tri-Mode RAID Controller Broadcom MegaRAID 9540-2M2 NVMe M.2 SAS SATA SSD Adapter PCIe 4.0
Broadcom MegaRAID 9540
The Broadcom MegaRAID 9540 is a Tri-Mode RAID Controller (Value) with PCIe 4.0 host interface and 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 + NVMe PCIe 4.0 port speed, supporting RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 RAID levels and 2GB DDR4 write cache. Yes Tri-Mode capability enables simultaneous NVMe, SAS, and SATA drive connectivity—ideal for 8i, 16i, 2M2 (M.2 NVMe) server storage configurations.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Pcie | PCIe 4.0 |
| Speed | 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 + NVMe PCIe 4.0 |
| Ports Range | 8i, 16i, 2M2 (M.2 NVMe) |
| Sata Support | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Nvme Support | Yes (Tri-Mode) |
| Tri Mode | Yes |
| Raid Levels | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Cache | 2GB DDR4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
\What is the MegaRAID 9540?
The Broadcom 9540 is a Tri-Mode value RAID controller supporting NVMe/SAS/SATA with RAID 0/1/5/10—ideal for cost-effective mixed NVMe+SAS server storage.
What is the 9540-2M2 variant?
The 9540-2M2 includes two M.2 NVMe slots on the card itself, enabling OS boot mirrored RAID 1 on M.2 while using SAS/SATA ports for data.
Does 9540 support RAID 6?
No. RAID 0/1/5/10 only. For RAID 6, use 9460 or 9560.
How does 9540 compare to 9460?
9540 is the value line (RAID 0-10, 2GB cache); 9460 is mid-range (RAID 0-60, 2GB/4GB cache). Both are Tri-Mode PCIe 4.0.
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