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LSI

LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-16i SGL 512MB Cache RAID Controller Card

SKU CH-9DGJ-046FA

Provides 16 internal SAS/SATA ports with 512 MB cache and RAID 0/1/5/6/10/50/60 over PCIe 2.0 x8

  • Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 for flexible data protection
  • 512 MB cache memory accelerates read and write performance
  • Four SFF-8087 mini-SAS connectors enable up to 16 internal drives
  • PCI-Express 2.0 x8 interface delivers up to 6 Gb/s throughput
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer reliability out of the box

RAID controller for 16 internal drives

The LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-16i SGL adds hardware RAID to a server or workstation. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60 across up to sixteen SAS or SATA drives. A 512 MB onboard cache helps accelerate write-heavy workloads. The card targets administrators who need redundant storage arrays on a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot.

Installation uses four mini-SAS ports

The bracket occupies a single low-profile PCIe 2.0 x8 slot and connects drives through four SFF-8087 mini-SAS internal connectors. Each connector breaks out to four drives, so cable routing must reach every backplane. Common issues include forgetting to seat the card fully in an x8 electrical slot and leaving the cache module unplugged.

Verify slot and drive compatibility

Confirm the motherboard provides a PCIe 2.0 x8 or wider slot with enough clearance for the bracket. Ensure the chassis backplane uses SFF-8087 breakout cables or direct mini-SAS links. The controller handles SAS and SATA at up to 6 Gb/s, so check that your drives do not require a faster interface.

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-16i is operating correctly after installation?

Check the controller BIOS during POST for the 512MB cache detection and confirm all 16 internal ports show connected drives. The WebBIOS or MegaRAID Storage Manager will display RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 arrays as optimal.

What comes with the LSI00208 card and what must I source separately?

The controller includes four SFF-8087 mini-SAS internal connectors for up to 16 drives. You must purchase SFF-8087 to SATA or SAS breakout cables, drives, and a PCI-Express 2.0 x8 slot.

Which cache size matches the LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-16i SGL model?

This specific SGL part number (LSI00208) ships with 512MB of onboard cache memory. No other cache capacity is associated with this model.

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