Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 3258-16i/e 8GB SAS/NVMe 16 Port PCIe x8 24 Gbps Low Profile RAID Controller

The Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 3258-16i/e is a high-performance RAID controller designed for enterprise storage environments. With 16 internal ports supporting SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives, it delivers up to 24 Gbps per port via PCIe Gen 4.0 x8 interface. Equipped with 8GB DDR4 cache and the SmartROC 3200 processor, it provides advanced data protection and performance for demanding applications.

Advantages

This controller offers exceptional flexibility with support for multiple drive interfaces and RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD). Its low-profile MD2 form factor fits into a wide range of servers, and the optional AFM-700 cache protection ensures data integrity during power loss. The included maxView Storage Manager simplifies configuration and monitoring.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring high-speed storage connectivity
• Data centers with mixed SAS, SATA, and NVMe drive environments
• Applications needing RAID 5/6/50/60 for data redundancy and performance

Key specifications

• Controller Type: RAID Controller
• Host Interface: PCIe Gen 4.0 x8
• Internal Ports: 16
• Supported Drive Interfaces: SAS, SATA, NVMe
• Data Transfer Rate: 24 Gbps per port (SAS-4 / NVMe)
• Cache Memory: 8GB DDR4
• Form Factor: Low Profile MD2
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD
• Processor: Microchip SmartROC 3200 Series
• Internal Connectors: 4x SFF-8643 (Mini-SAS HD)
• Maximum Devices Supported: Up to 256
• Cache Protection: Optional (AFM-700 compatible)
• Operating System Support: Windows, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD
• Management Software: Adaptec maxView Storage Manager
• Power Consumption (Typical): 15-25W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this controller with NVMe drives and ensure your server has a PCIe Gen 4.0 slot. Consider adding the AFM-700 cache protection module for mission-critical environments.