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• Tri-Mode SerDes Technology, which enables a single controller to operate in all three modes concurrently, providing maximum flexibility and scalability.
• Up to 12Gb/s throughput per port.
• Support for up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices or 24 NVMe devices per controller.
• PCIe 3.1 x8 host bus interface.
• SFF-8485 Compliant, SGPIO.
• Lane and polarity reversal.
• Variable PCIe bandwidth negotiation.

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[properties]

Product Name	Broadcom 9400-16I Tri-Mode Storage Adapter
Product Description	PCIe 3.1 HBA with 16 internal ports, optimized for high-end server applications using internal storage in data centers.
Interface	PCIe 3.1 x8
Port Configuration	16 internal ports
Supported Devices	Supports up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices or 24 NVMe devices per controller
Connector Type	4x SFF-8643
Compatibility	Tri-Mode SerDes Technology enables concurrent operation of NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices
Performance Feature	Up to 12Gb/s throughput per port
Intended Application	High-performance servers in data centers requiring flexible and scalable internal storage options
PCIe Features	Variable PCIe bandwidth negotiation, lane, and polarity reversal

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[specifications]

Interface Type	PCIe 3.1 x8
Internal Ports	16
Connector Type	4x SFF-8643
Device Compatibility	Supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe devices with Tri-Mode operation
Maximum Device Support	Up to 1024 SAS/SATA or 24 NVMe devices per controller
Data Throughput	Up to 12Gb/s per port
PCIe Link Support	Up to 8 PCIe links with x4 or x2 link widths, each supporting 8.0 GT/s per lane (PCIe Gen3)
Compliance	SFF-8485, SGPIO
Performance Benefits	Enhanced bandwidth and IOPS for data center flexibility
Ideal for	High-end servers with internal storage in data centers

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Broadcom 9400-16I Tri-Mode Storage

The 9400-16i Tri-Mode Storage Adapter is specifically engineered for high-end servers that make use of internal storage. It is well-suited for enhancing connectivity and optimizing performance to provide data center flexibility. This adapter offers improved bandwidth and IOPS performance in comparison to earlier iterations, thereby meeting the performance and scalability requirements of essential applications.

Quick Specs:

• 16 internal ports
• 4x SFF-8643 for connectors
• Up to 8 storage interface PCIe links. Each link supporting x4 or x2 link widths up to 8.0 GT/s (PCIe Gen3) per lane
• PCIe 3.1 Host Interface

Please see the related tabs for the 9161-8I-1GB datasheet and compatible accessories.