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Broadcom / LSI SAS 9305-16i

16 internal SAS/SATA lanes, 4×SFF-8643; SAS 12Gb/s. This model-specific archival record distinguishes documented product facts from platform-level compatibility assumptions.

Original schematic illustration for Broadcom / LSI SAS 9305-16i
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MODEL SCOPE: Broadcom / LSI SAS 9305-16i. Confirm board revision, exact product label, firmware, bracket, and accessories before installation.

Reference specifications

Model identifierBroadcom / LSI SAS 9305-16i
Host busPCIe 3.0 x8
Interfaces and protocols16 internal SAS/SATA lanes, 4×SFF-8643; SAS 12Gb/s
Controller / chipsetLSI SAS3224 SAS3 HBA
Driver and operating-system notesBroadcom firmware; Linux mpt3sas
Compatibility and archival notesRequires four compatible breakout cables, appropriate PCIe lanes and substantial airflow.

Compatibility, care & archival notes

  • Requires four compatible breakout cables, appropriate PCIe lanes and substantial airflow.
  • Record PCB/revision identifiers, subsystem IDs, firmware and supplied accessories; OEM and retail versions may differ.
  • Retain a verified backup and known-good driver/firmware before changing a working legacy configuration.

Sources & further reading

  1. Manufacturer — Broadcom / LSI SAS 9305-16i product referenceVendor reference for the named model or family; confirm exact revision and current archived manual.
  2. PCI-SIG — PCI Express specificationsBus terminology; physical slot fit does not guarantee electrical compatibility.
  3. Linux kernel — PCI support documentationGeneral enumeration reference, not a promise of support for every device feature.