Areca ARC-1886-16i 16-Port PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter
The Areca ARC-1886-16i is a 16-port PCIe Gen 4.0 tri-mode RAID adapter engineered for enterprise data centers, database servers, and high-performance storage environments requiring robust data protection and maximum throughput. This PCIe Gen 4.0 RAID controller delivers exceptional performance with support for SAS, SATA, and NVMe drives simultaneously, making it ideal for organizations managing mixed storage infrastructures. With 8GB of DDR4-2666 ECC cache and ARM A15 processing power, the ARC-1886-16i ensures reliable RAID management, accelerated data operations, and enterprise-grade fault tolerance across hundreds of connected drives.
Key Features
- 16-port PCIe Gen 4.0 tri-mode RAID adapter supporting SAS, SATA, and NVMe simultaneously
- 12Gb/s per-port bandwidth for high-speed data transfers across all drive types
- 8GB DDR4-2666 ECC cache for accelerated RAID operations and data integrity
- ARM A15 RAID-on-Chip controller with PCIe 4.0 x8 interface
- Low-profile MD2 form factor for flexible server integration
- Internal SFF-8654 connectors with bundled SFF-8654 8i to 2x 8643 4i cables
- Support for multiple RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) for flexible data protection strategies
- Expandable architecture supporting hundreds of SAS/SATA/NVMe drives via expanders
- Enterprise-class reliability with ECC memory protection
- Ideal for database servers, virtualization hosts, and mission-critical storage applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
ARECA |
| Part Number |
1886-16I-43 |
| Model |
ARC-1886-16i |
| Port Count |
16 ports |
| Interface Type |
Tri-mode (SAS/SATA/NVMe) |
| PCIe Generation |
Gen 4.0 x8 |
| Per-Port Bandwidth |
12Gb/s |
| Controller |
ARM A15 RAID-on-Chip |
| Cache Memory |
8GB DDR4-2666 ECC |
| Form Factor |
Low-profile MD2 |
| Internal Connectors |
SFF-8654 |
| Included Cables |
SFF-8654 8i to 2x 8643 4i |
| Supported RAID Levels |
0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Drive Capacity |
Supports hundreds via expanders |
| Memory Protection |
ECC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a PCIe Gen 4.0 tri-mode RAID adapter used for?
A PCIe Gen 4.0 tri-mode RAID adapter like the ARC-1886-16i manages and protects data across multiple drive types (SAS, SATA, NVMe) simultaneously. It's essential for enterprise servers requiring high-speed storage with redundancy, supporting database workloads, virtualization, and mission-critical applications where data loss is unacceptable.
How many drives can the Areca ARC-1886-16i support?
The ARC-1886-16i directly connects 16 drives via its ports and can expand to support hundreds of SAS/SATA/NVMe drives through external SAS expanders, making it suitable for large-scale storage deployments in data centers and enterprise environments.
What RAID levels does the ARC-1886-16i support?
This 16-port RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexible data protection options ranging from performance-optimized configurations to highly redundant setups for critical business data.
Is the Areca ARC-1886-16i suitable for database servers?
Yes, the ARC-1886-16i is specifically designed for demanding database and IT environments. Its 8GB ECC cache, 12Gb/s per-port performance, and tri-mode support make it ideal for accelerating database I/O operations while maintaining enterprise-grade data protection and reliability.
