Broadcom MegaRAID 9361-8i 2GB 12Gb/s SAS/SATA RAID Controller
2GB Cache RAID Performance for Server and Storage Systems
The Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i 2GB is an eight-port internal SATA and SAS RAID controller designed for data center, cloud, server, and storage applications. Powered by the SAS3108 12 Gb/s dual-core RAID-on-Chip, the controller combines eight internal ports with a PCI Express 3.0 x8 host interface and 2 GB of 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM cache.
Two internal mini-SAS SFF8643 connectors support up to 128 SAS and/or SATA devices. Data transfer rates reach up to 12 Gb/s per port, while hardware RAID support includes RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 6 plus RAID spans 10, 50, and 60. The 2 GB configuration is identified by Broadcom MPN 05-25420-17.
Key Benefits and Features
- Eight Internal Ports: Supports eight internal 12 Gb/s SATA and SAS connections.
- 2 GB DDR3 Cache: Includes 2 GB of 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM cache memory.
- SAS3108 ROC: Uses a 1.2 GHz PowerPC 476 dual-core 12 Gb/s RAID-on-Chip.
- PCIe 3.0 Interface: Uses an x8 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant host interface.
- RAID Support: Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 and RAID spans 10, 50, and 60.
Ideal Use Cases
- Data center and cloud storage platforms
- Server storage configurations using SAS or SATA drives
- Systems requiring hardware RAID management
- Storage deployments supporting up to 128 SAS or SATA devices
Technical Specifications
- Model: MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i
- SKU: 9361-8i-2GB
- MPN: 05-25420-17
- Ports: Eight internal ports
- Connectors: Two mini-SAS SFF8643 internal connectors
- Controller: SAS3108 12 Gb/s dual-core ROC
- Cache Memory: 2 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
- Host Bus: x8 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 12 Gb/s per port
- Device Support: Up to 128 SAS and/or SATA devices
Deploy the 9361-8i 2GB for High-Capacity RAID Storage
Choose the Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i 2GB for eight-port internal SAS/SATA connectivity, PCIe 3.0 x8 integration, 2 GB DDR3 cache, and hardware RAID management for server and storage environments.
| Brand | Broadcom |
| SKU | 9361-8i-2GB |
| MPN | 05-25420-17 |
| Product Type | SATA + SAS RAID Controller |
| Series | MegaRAID SAS 9361 |
| Port Count | Eight internal ports |
| Interface | x8 lane PCI Express 3.0 compliant |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 12 Gb/s per port |
| Cache Memory | 2 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM |
| Form Factor | MD2 low profile |
| Physical Dimensions | 6.6 in. × 2.536 in. |
| Operating Temperature | Maximum ambient: 55°C |
| Operating Voltage | +3.3V, +12V |
| Product Model | Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i 2GB |
| SKU / MPN | 9361-8i-2GB / 05-25420-17 |
| Internal Ports | 8 Internal 12 Gb/s SATA+SAS Ports |
| I/O Processor / ROC | SAS3108 1.2 GHz PowerPC 476 Dual-Core 12 Gb/s ROC |
| Connectors | 2x Mini-SAS SFF8643 Internal Connectors (Horizontal Mount) |
| Host Bus Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 Compliant |
| Cache Memory | 2 GB 1866 MHz DDR3 SDRAM |
| Data Transfer Rates | Up to 12 Gb/s per port |
| RAID Levels | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 |
| Max Devices Supported | Up to 128 SAS and/or SATA Devices |
| Form Factor | MD2 Low Profile (6.6 in. x 2.536 in.) |
| Cache Protection Options | Optional CacheVault Flash Module (LSICVM02 / MPN 05-25444-00) |
| Optional Module | CacheVault Flash Module (LSICVM02), includes CVFM04, CVPM02, mounting clip, and cable |
