Name: 631670-B21 HP Smart Array P420 1GB FBWC PCIe RAID Controller
Brand: HP
SKU: 631670-B21
Price: 99.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Smart Array P420 RAID controller manages multiple disk drives into reliable RAID arrays, improving data redundancy and performance. It fits into server hardware where managing large volumes of data quickly and securely is essential, commonly seen in enterprise IT setups.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express 2.0 x8
Data Rate	6Gb/s SAS
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Cache	1GB FBWC
Connectivity	SAS
Compatibility	HP ProLiant servers (DL/ML/BL series; Gen6/Gen7/Gen8 and comparable systems)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low-profile PCIe half-height card
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The HP Smart Array P420 RAID controller is built to manage data storage efficiently across multiple drives using hardware RAID. It is commonly found in servers and storage arrays where data integrity and performance are critical. Designed for IT professionals and system administrators, it offers reliable RAID management for environments that require dependable data backup and fast access speeds. Key Features Includes 1GB flash-backed write cache to protect data during power loss Supports a wide range of RAID levels for flexible storage configurations PCIe interface ensures low latency and high throughput Compatible with various HP ProLiant servers and storage enclosures Advanced RAID management tools for easy setup and monitoring This RAID controller is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and server environments where uptime and data protection are prioritized. It helps maintain system performance under demanding workloads and safeguards data against hardware failures.

Use Cases
The HP Smart Array P420 1GB FBWC PCIe RAID Controller is primarily deployed in enterprise server environments requiring robust data protection and high-throughput storage management. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing virtualization workloads, database servers, and large-scale storage clusters where RAID configurations optimize both performance and redundancy. How It's Used: In data centers running virtualization platforms to ensure fast and reliable disk access for virtual machines. Within enterprise database servers to provide fault tolerance and improve data write speeds via RAID 10 and RAID 5 configurations. Supporting storage clusters that require high availability and scalable storage solutions in rack-mounted servers. Enhancing performance and data integrity in remote office servers with limited IT support and critical uptime requirements. Integrated into backup and archiving systems that demand secure and redundant disk arrays for long-term data retention. This RAID controller enables scalable storage architectures by delivering consistent throughput and reliability under heavy I/O workloads. Its cache-backed write technology helps maintain data integrity while optimizing write operations, which is essential for maintaining operational efficiency in demanding enterprise environments.

631670-B21 HP Smart Array P420 1GB FBWC PCIe RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases