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631674-B21 HP Smart Array P421 6Gb/s SAS RAID Controller (2GB FBWC)

SKU:

631674-B21

Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller for enhanced storage performance
  • 2GB Flash Backed Write Cache (FBWC) for data protection and faster write speeds
  • Supports multiple RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
  • Designed for HP ProLiant servers to optimize storage array management
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$344.00
Product Overview

The HP Smart Array P421 is a RAID controller that enhances data storage management for HP ProLiant servers. It provides robust RAID support and incorporates a 2GB Flash Backed Write Cache to improve performance and reliability. This controller fits in environments where dependable storage and data protection are necessary, handling various RAID levels to suit different workload requirements.

General Information
Brand HP
Physical Characteristics
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

The HP Smart Array P421 RAID controller manages and accelerates storage drives within servers, offering reliable data protection and improved access speeds. It is commonly used in enterprise environments where consistent storage performance and redundancy are critical.

Built for HP ProLiant servers, it serves IT professionals and system administrators who need to handle large data sets securely and efficiently. This controller is often found in data centers and business-critical applications where uptime and data integrity matter most.

Key Features

  • Includes 2GB Flash Backed Write Cache to safeguard data during unexpected power loss
  • Supports advanced RAID configurations to balance performance and redundancy
  • Compatible with a broad range of SAS drives for flexible storage options
  • Optimizes data throughput with a 6Gb/s SAS interface
  • Offers easy management through HP’s integrated management tools

This RAID controller is typically deployed in server setups that require reliable and scalable storage solutions. It's well-suited for database servers, virtualization hosts, and any application where fast and secure disk access is needed.

By managing RAID arrays efficiently, it helps maintain system stability and protects against data loss, making it a practical choice for many IT infrastructures.


Use Cases

The HP Smart Array P421 RAID controller is commonly deployed in mid to large-scale data centers and enterprise IT environments where reliable and high-performance storage management is critical. It serves organizations that require efficient handling of diverse workloads, including virtualization, database applications, and mission-critical operations within HP ProLiant server infrastructures.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting virtualization platforms in enterprise data centers to ensure data integrity and optimized storage throughput.
  • Enhancing storage performance in transactional database environments with mixed read/write workloads.
  • Facilitating scalable storage solutions in rack-mounted HP ProLiant servers for medium-sized businesses.
  • Providing data protection and redundancy in remote office deployments that require reliable local storage arrays.
  • Managing storage clusters for high-availability applications demanding multi-level RAID configurations.

This RAID controller contributes to operational efficiency by delivering consistent data protection and accelerated write performance through its flash-backed cache. Its support for multiple RAID levels enables tailored storage configurations that adapt to evolving workload demands, making it a dependable component in scalable server storage architectures.


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631674-B21 HP Smart Array P421 6Gb/s SAS RAID Controller (2GB FBWC)
631674-B21 HP Smart Array P421 6Gb/s SAS RAID Controller (2GB FBWC)
$344.00