05-50011-00: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9460-16i 8GB Cache PCIe 3.0 12Gb/s Tri-Mode RAID Controller
Also listed as: 9460-16i, MegaRAID 9460-16i, 05-50011-01, 05-50011 · made by Broadcom
The Broadcom MegaRAID 9460-16i is a trusted PCIe 3.0 x8 16-port Tri-Mode hardware RAID controller powered by the SAS3516 dual-core ARM processor. Widely deployed across Intel Xeon Scalable 1st and 2nd Gen server platforms, it features an 8GB 2133MHz DDR4 cache and connects up to 240 SAS/SATA drives or up to 24 NVMe SSDs. When shopping used 9460-16i controllers, confirm whether the firmware is standard LSI IT/MegaRAID or an OEM flash, inspect Mini-SAS HD ports, and check CacheVault CVPM02 battery health.
Specifications
| Part number | 05-50011-00 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Broadcom |
| Made by | Broadcom |
| Type | RAID controllers |
| Other numbers | 9460-16i, MegaRAID 9460-16i, 05-50011-01, 05-50011 |
| Status | end of sale |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Form factor | MD2 Low Profile |
| Ports | 4x Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 (16 internal ports) |
| Cache (GB) | 8 |
| Generation fit | PCIe Gen3 enterprise servers |
About the 05-50011-00
05-50011-00 is Broadcom's 16-port internal PCIe 3.0 Tri-Mode hardware RAID controller, model MegaRAID SAS 9460-16i. Equipped with the SAS3516 dual-core ARM RoC and an 8GB 2133MHz DDR4 cache, it connects up to 240 SAS/SATA drives or up to 24 NVMe SSDs. Widely installed across 1st and 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable servers, it remains a heavily traded controller on the secondary enterprise market.
Compatibility
Installs into standard PCIe 3.0 x8 slots and connects to drive backplanes via four internal Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 ports. Compatible with Dell PowerEdge 14G, HPE ProLiant Gen10, and Lenovo ThinkSystem V1 servers. It does not use modern SlimSAS cables. Write-back caching requires connection to a Broadcom CacheVault CVPM02 power module.
How to identify a genuine unit
The card carries a white label displaying Broadcom part number 05-50011-00 and model MegaRAID SAS 9460-16i. Four internal Mini-SAS HD receptacles line the top edge. In MegaRAID Storage Manager and StorCLI, it reports as a SAS3516 controller with 8192MB cache and standard LSI firmware.
Buying used
Ensure the CacheVault CVPM02 battery pack and harness are bundled. Check StorCLI /c0 show all to verify cache memory health and confirm that firmware is standard Broadcom IT/MegaRAID rather than a vendor-locked OEM build. Inspect the four Mini-SAS HD connectors for bent pins.
Reference prices (last 14 days, updated 2026-10-27)
New: USD 480 (1 sighting, Oct 2026)
Used: USD 220 (1 sighting, Oct 2026)
All sightings
| Seller | Condition | Price | Note | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| serversupply.com | new | USD 480 | 2026-10-27 | |
| ebay.com | used | USD 220 | 2026-10-27 |
Prices seen on public listings on the dates shown, before tax and shipping. Not an offer.
Fits these models
Equivalent part numbers
- Lenovo 7Y37A01084 ThinkSystem RAID 930-8i 2GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter ThinkSystem RAID 930-16i 4GB/8GB Flash PCIe 12Gb Adapter
FAQ
What connector type is used on 9460-16i?
Four internal Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 connectors.
Is the 9460-16i supported in VMware ESXi 8.0?
Yes, using the broadcom native lsi_mr3 driver.
Buying or selling 05-50011-00?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Broadcom MegaRAID 9460-16i User Guide, checked 2026-10-27