Supermicro Add-on 16-Port SAS-3 SIOM-Controller AOC-M3616

Data growth can quickly overwhelm server storage, leading to bottlenecks and downtime. The Supermicro AOC-M3616-O 16-Port SAS-3 SIOM Controller addresses this by providing high-performance 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and advanced RAID capabilities in a compact SIOM form factor, enabling you to scale storage efficiently without sacrificing speed or reliability.

Who is it for

This controller is ideal for IT administrators, data center managers, and system integrators who need to expand storage capacity and improve data protection in Supermicro servers. It suits businesses running virtualized environments, databases, or high-transaction applications that demand robust RAID performance and flexible drive support.

Main features

• Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 3616 chipset delivers enterprise-grade reliability and performance.
• 16 internal SAS/SATA ports via four Mini-SAS HD connectors, supporting up to 240 devices.
• 12Gb/s per port data transfer rate, backward compatible with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s drives.
• 2GB DDR4 2133MHz cache memory accelerates I/O operations and improves RAID efficiency.
• Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD for flexible data protection.
• SIOM form factor ensures seamless integration with Supermicro server platforms.
• Optional Supercap/BBU support protects cached data during power loss.

Specifications

• Host Interface: SIOM (PCIe 3.0 x8)
• Data Transfer Rate: 12Gb/s per port
• Internal Ports: 16
• External Ports: 0
• Connectors: 4x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 1E, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD
• Cache Memory: 2GB DDR4 2133MHz
• Supported Devices: Up to 240 SAS/SATA devices
• Operating System Support: Windows, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, Solaris
• Management Software: MegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM)
• Compliance: RoHS

Tips

To maximize performance, pair this controller with enterprise-class SAS SSDs or high-RPM HDDs. Ensure your server has adequate airflow and consider adding a Supercap module for cache protection in mission-critical deployments. Use MegaRAID Storage Manager for easy configuration and monitoring.