Supermicro AOM-S3616-S-O

Data centers and enterprise IT teams rely on the Supermicro AOM-S3616-S-O to connect high-density storage arrays directly to servers. This low-profile host bus adapter delivers sixteen internal SAS/SATA ports through four Mini-SAS HD connectors, enabling massive storage expansion without compromising performance. Built around the Broadcom SAS3616 controller, it handles demanding workloads such as virtualization, database servers, and backup appliances with ease.

Key specifications

• 16 internal 12Gb/s SAS3 ports via 4x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• PCI Express 3.0 x8 host interface for high bandwidth
• Supports SAS3, SAS2, SATA3, and SATA2 drives
• JBOD (Host Bus Adapter) mode for maximum flexibility
• Low-profile MD2 form factor with full-height bracket included
• Supports up to 1024 devices with SAS expanders
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• MTBF over 2,000,000 hours

Why choose it

This HBA offers exceptional scalability and reliability for storage-intensive environments. Its 12Gb/s per-port throughput ensures fast data transfers, while the PCIe 3.0 x8 interface provides ample bandwidth for all sixteen ports. The low-profile design fits into 2U and smaller chassis, and the included full-height bracket adds versatility. With broad OS support and management utilities like LSI Storage Manager and StorCLI, integration is straightforward.

Ideal use cases

• High-capacity file servers and NAS appliances
• Virtualized environments requiring direct storage access
• Backup and disaster recovery systems
• Media streaming and content delivery servers

Good to know

The AOM-S3616-S-O is RoHS compliant and consumes approximately 13.5W, making it energy-efficient for always-on systems. It supports hot-plug drive replacement when used with compatible backplanes, reducing downtime during maintenance. For management, both LSI Storage Manager and StorCLI are available, providing comprehensive monitoring and configuration options.