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• Tri-Mode SerDes Technology enables operation of NVMe, SAS, or SATA devices in a single drive bay, providing maximum flexibility and scalability.
• 8 internal ports allow for direct-attached connectivity to a wide range of storage devices.
• PCIe Gen 3.0 host interface delivers high bandwidth and IOPs for demanding applications.
• Hardware Secure Boot protects the adapter from unauthorized firmware updates, ensuring the security of your data.
• Management Utilities including LSI Storage Authority (LSA), StorCLI, and HII provide comprehensive tools for managing your storage infrastructure.

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Product Name	Broadcom 9500-8I Tri-Mode Storage Adapter
Product Description	PCIe Gen 4.0 HBA with eight internal ports, designed to enhance connectivity and performance in enterprise data centers with Tri-Mode SerDes Technology for NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices.
Interface	PCIe Gen 4.0
Port Configuration	8 internal ports
Supported Devices	Connects up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices or 32 NVMe devices
Connector Type	1 x4 SFF-8644
Compatibility	Universal Bay Management (UBM) ready
Security Feature	Hardware Secure Boot to protect against unauthorized firmware updates
Management Utilities	LSI Storage Authority (LSA), StorCLI, HII
Operating Temperature Range	0°C to 55°C
Dimensions	6.127 in x 2.712 in

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Interface Type	PCIe Gen 4.0
Internal Ports	8
Connector Type	1 x4 SFF-8644
Device Compatibility	Supports NVMe, SAS, and SATA devices with Tri-Mode SerDes Technology
Maximum Device Support	Up to 1024 SAS/SATA or 32 NVMe devices
Power Consumption	Typical 5.96W
Operating Voltage	12V ±8%; 3.3V ±9%
Reliability	MTBF > 5,000,000 hours at 40°C
Management Software	LSA, StorCLI, HII
OS Compatibility	Windows, VMware vSphere, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Ubuntu, Citrix XenServer, CentOS, Debian, Oracle Linux, Fedora, FreeBSD
Certifications	FCC 47 CFR part 15 Subpart B, class B

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Broadcom 9500-8I Tri-Mode Storage

The 9500-8i Tri-Mode, a PCIe Gen 4.0 HBA featuring eight internal ports, is well-suited for enhancing connectivity and optimizing performance in enterprise data centers. This adapter offers improved bandwidth and IOPS performance in comparison to earlier iterations, thereby providing the necessary performance and scalability for essential applications.

Quick Specs:

• Connects up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices or 32 NVMe devices
• Provides maximum connectivity and performance for high-end servers and applications
• Universal Bay Management (UBM) Ready
• 8 internal ports 

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