Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Controller Card

Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Controller Card

The Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i RAID Controller Card is a premium 12Gb/s storage controller designed for enterprise servers and data centers. It supports up to 16 internal SAS/SATA ports with advanced RAID levels, delivering exceptional throughput and data protection for demanding workloads. With enhanced cache and management features, it ensures reliable, scalable storage performance for critical business applications.

Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i RAID Controller Card – Specifications

Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i RAID Controller — Description

The Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i RAID Controller Card is a high‑end enterprise storage adapter engineered for data centers, servers, and performance‑oriented storage arrays. It’s built around Broadcom’s MegaRAID SAS3516 Tri‑Mode RAID‑on‑Chip controller, delivering robust hardware RAID capabilities with 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA throughput and support for PCIe‑attached NVMe devices. The Tri‑Mode SerDes technology allows the adapter to interface with SAS, SATA, and PCIe/NVMe drives simultaneously, offering flexibility for heterogeneous storage environments.

With 16 internal SAS/SATA ports provided via four Mini‑SAS HD (SFF‑8643) connectors, the 9460‑16i can support up to 240 SAS or SATA devices and, in Tri‑Mode configurations, up to 24 NVMe devices through direct PCIe paths. This makes it suitable for large storage arrays requiring high capacity, redundancy, and performance.

The controller offers hardware RAID support for levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, enabling administrators to balance performance and data protection based on workload requirements. Integrated 4 GB DDR4 cache memory boosts I/O performance, while optional CacheVault flash backup modules protect cached data during power interruptions. Management tools such as MegaRAID Storage Manager, StorCLI, and LSA allow both GUI and command‑line administration across major operating systems including Windows, Linux, VMware, and FreeBSD.

Featuring a low‑profile PCIe form factor and robust environmental ratings, the 9460‑16i is ideal for high‑density server builds and enterprise storage solutions where reliability and performance are critical.

Key Features

• Broadcom / Avago SAS 9460-16i Controller – High-performance enterprise-grade RAID processor.
• 16 Internal SAS/SATA Ports – Supports large storage arrays through Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) connectors.
• 12Gb/s SAS Data Transfer – Delivers fast and reliable throughput for demanding workloads.
• Multiple RAID Levels – Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 for redundancy and performance.
• 2GB DDR3/DDR4 Cache – Boosts read/write speeds and reduces latency.
• PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – High-bandwidth connectivity with modern server motherboards.
• Enterprise Reliability – Features hot-swap support, online RAID migration, and advanced error handling.

Where It Can Be Used

• Huawei servers and other compatible enterprise servers
• Data centers and cloud storage environments
• Virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, KVM
• Database and application servers requiring high-speed storage
• Backup servers and high-performance storage systems

Installing Steps

1. Power Off the Server – Disconnect all power sources before installation.
2. Insert the RAID Controller – Install into an available PCIe 3.0 x8 slot.
3. Connect SAS/SATA Drives – Attach Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) cables to drives or backplane.
4. Install Optional Cache or Battery Module – Protects cached data during power interruptions.
5. Power On the Server – Enter the RAID BIOS utility during boot (Ctrl+R or Ctrl+H).
6. Create RAID Arrays – Select drives and configure RAID level (RAID 5, 6, 10, etc.).
7. Install Drivers & Management Software – Use MegaRAID Storage Manager or StorCLI for administration.

Compatible Server Models for Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i RAID Controller Card

The Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 9460‑16i is a high‑end 12 Gb/s SAS/SATA/PCIe RAID controller based on Avago/Broadcom MegaRAID technology. It uses a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface and supports up to 16 internal SAS/SATA ports with advanced RAID features, making it ideal for enterprise and data‑center servers with high‑drive‑count requirements.

✅ Huawei / Huawei FusionServer Series

These servers typically support the 9460‑16i RAID controller with proper PCIe slots and firmware:

• Huawei FusionServer RH2288H V3
• Huawei FusionServer RH2288 V2
• Huawei FusionServer RH2288H V5
• Huawei FusionServer RH5885H V3
• Huawei FusionServer 5288 V5
• Huawei Atlas 800 / AI & inference servers with PCIe expansion

FAQ for Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Controller Card

1. What is the Huawei MegaRAID SAS 9460-16i used for?

It manages multiple SAS and SATA drives in enterprise servers, offering high-speed storage performance and robust data protection.

2. How many drives can it support?

Supports 16 internal drives directly, with scalability using SAS expanders.

3. Does it support SSDs and HDDs?

Yes, fully supports both SAS and SATA SSDs/HDDs.

4. Which RAID levels are supported?

RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for flexible storage configurations.

5. Can it be used in virtualization environments?

Yes, it is compatible with VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM virtualization platforms.

What is the price of Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Controller Card in Bangladesh?

The lowest price of Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Controller Card in Bangladesh is 39000৳. You can buy the Huawei Avago MegaRAID SAS 946016i RAID Card at best price from our website or visit our Office.

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