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Thank you for purchasing the 
Broadcom PCIe Storage Adapter. 
Please take a few minutes to read 
this quick installation guide before 
you install the adapter.

ATTENTION:

Perform all installation work at 
an electrostatic discharge (ESD)-
safe workstation that meets the 
requirements of EIA-625, 

Requirements for Handling 
Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive 
Devices

. You must perform all 

actions in accordance to the 
latest revision of the IPC-A-610 
ESD-recommended practices.

Getting Started Guide 

Broadcom PCIe Storage Adapter

5972-4867-P0

Hardware Installation Instructions

CAUTION: Disconnect the computer from the power supply and from any networks to which you 

will install the adapter, or you risk damaging the system or experiencing electrical 
shock.

ATTENTION:

To avoid the risk of data loss, back up your data before you change your system 
configuration.

To install the Broadcom PCIe storage adapter, follow these steps.

1.

Unpack the adapter, and inspect it for damage.

 Unpack the adapter in a static-free environment. 

Remove the adapter from the anti-static bag, and carefully inspect the device for damage. If you notice 
any damage, contact Broadcom or your reseller sales and support representative.

2.

Prepare the computer.

 Turn off the computer, and disconnect the power cord from the rear of the 

power supply. Remove the cover from the chassis.

3.

Insert the adapter into an available PCIe slot.

 Locate an empty PCIe slot adequate for your 

board. Align the adapter to a PCIe slot. Press down gently, but firmly, to seat the adapter correctly in the 
slot.

4.

Connect the appropriate cables between the adapter and the backplane or storage devices.

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5.

Make sure the system provides the required airflow for the adapter.

Complete installation instructions, including instructions on how to change the bracket, can be found at 
this address: 

https://www.broadcom.com/support/download-search

Refer to the Quick Installation 

Guide and the User Guide.

Driver Installation

The firmware and drivers are routinely updated and made available on the Support and Download 
center. Please visit 

https://www.broadcom.com/support/download-search

 and download the latest 

firmware and driver for the adapter.

PCIe Adapter

Airflow

Inlet Temperature

9460-16i

250 LFM

55°C

9460-8i

250 LFM

55°C

9480-8i8e

250 LFM

55°C

9440-8i

200 LFM

55°C

9400-16i

200 LFM

55°C

9400-8i

200 LFM

55°C

9400-16e

200 LFM

55°C

9400-8e

200 LFM

55°C

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