The “9500-8e” designation refers to the Broadcom HBA 9500-8e Tri-Mode Storage Adapter. This is a high-performance host bus adapter designed for modern data centers. It supports SAS, SATA, and NVMe storage devices, offering flexibility in storage connectivity. It utilizes PCIe Gen 4.0, providing increased bandwidth and performance for demanding applications. In essence, it’s a critical component for servers needing high-speed, versatile storage connections.
