--- product_id: 549883860 title: "LSI 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID" brand: "lsi" price: "R3681" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Lsi" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/549883860-lsi-9300-16i-16-port-12gb-s-sas-controller-hba store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 12Gb/s blazing data transfer 16 high-speed SAS ports Optimized for ZFS, TrueNAS, unRAID LSI 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID **Brand:** lsi **Price:** R3681 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power your data fortress with 16 ports of unstoppable speed! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** LSI 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID by lsi - **How much does it cost?** R3681 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/549883860-lsi-9300-16i-16-port-12gb-s-sas-controller-hba) ## Best For - lsi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted lsi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **ZFS & unRAID Ready:** Plug-and-play compatibility with leading storage OS for rock-solid data integrity and performance. - • **Blazing 12Gb/s Speed:** Experience ultra-fast data throughput that keeps your enterprise workflows seamless and efficient. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** At just 9 ounces, this classic-style HBA card fits easily into your existing server setup without bulk. - • **Enterprise-Grade Reliability:** Built by LSI, a trusted name in server hardware, ensuring durability and consistent uptime. - • **Massive 16-Port Connectivity:** Expand your server’s storage with 16 dedicated SAS lanes for ultimate scalability. ## Overview The LSI 9300-16i is a 16-port 12Gb/s SAS controller HBA card designed for high-performance server storage solutions. Compatible with ZFS, TrueNAS, and unRAID, it delivers enterprise-grade reliability and blazing data transfer speeds, making it ideal for professional-grade storage arrays and data centers. ## Description 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID Review: Excelente producto - Excelente producto, viene listo para usarse, solo hay que conectar los cables y listo, el software que trae pre-cargado funciona perfectamente en modo IT justo como lo menciona el vendedor. Como es bien sabido, esta tarjeta puede calentarse bastante entonces es una muy buena idea comprar un ventilador pequeño y un bracket para sujetarlo justo debajo de la tarjeta, así se mantiene a buena temperatura todo el tiempo. La he usado casi un año y ha funcionado sin ningún problema con 16 discos de entre 8TB y 24TB. Review: Great for TrueNAS - Bought to use in my TrueNAS setup and it worked right away. No setup, no drivers, nothing extra required software wise to make this work. It was an instant drop in adapter to let my SAS drives to their thing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | LSI | | Compatible devices | Server, Storage Device | | Hardware interface | SAS | | Item weight | 9 Ounces | | Manufacturer | LSI | | Style | Classic | ## Product Details - **Brand:** LSI - **Compatible devices:** Server, Storage Device - **Hardware interface:** SAS - **Item weight:** 9 Ounces - **Style:** Classic ## Images ![LSI 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PVjIpXU-L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the card flashed to IT mode before shipping? It seems to say that in the title, but one review says it was not.** A: Mine was flashed into IT mode when I got it, just plugged it in, attached the cables and was up and running. **Q: Will this work with just 4 PCI-e lanes available (albeit in a x16 slot)?** A: It should work. But speed will be downgraded to PCIe x4. **Q: What type of cable i need to connect this card to a sata ssd?** A: Cable Matters Internal Mini SAS to SATA Cable 1.6 Feet (SFF-8087 to SATA Forward Breakout **Q: Can i use 2 of these to connect 24 hdds or do i need an expander card?** A: Each card can connect 16 drives without a SAS expander. With 2 cards installed, you can connect up to 32 drives without a SAS expander. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelente producto *by O***R on 9 December 2025* Excelente producto, viene listo para usarse, solo hay que conectar los cables y listo, el software que trae pre-cargado funciona perfectamente en modo IT justo como lo menciona el vendedor. Como es bien sabido, esta tarjeta puede calentarse bastante entonces es una muy buena idea comprar un ventilador pequeño y un bracket para sujetarlo justo debajo de la tarjeta, así se mantiene a buena temperatura todo el tiempo. La he usado casi un año y ha funcionado sin ningún problema con 16 discos de entre 8TB y 24TB. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for TrueNAS *by A***. on 13 January 2026* Bought to use in my TrueNAS setup and it worked right away. No setup, no drivers, nothing extra required software wise to make this work. It was an instant drop in adapter to let my SAS drives to their thing. ### ⭐ Garbage *by I***. on 17 June 2024* Card is not recognized by the motherbord. ## Frequently Bought Together - LSI 9300-16i 16-Port 12Gb/s SAS Controller HBA Card with P16 IT Mode for ZFS TrueNAS unRAID - OIKWAN Internal Mini SAS to SATA Cable, SFF-8643 to SATA Forward Breakout Compatible with Raid Controller Hard Drive (3.3ft) - 10Gtek MiniSAS HD SFF-8643 Breakout to 4xSATA Cable, for Server JBOD/Storage Tray & SAS RAID Controller Compatibility, 0.5m(1.6ft) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/549883860-lsi-9300-16i-16-port-12gb-s-sas-controller-hba](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/549883860-lsi-9300-16i-16-port-12gb-s-sas-controller-hba) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-06-21*