Name: 660087-001 HPE H221 PCIe 8x SAS/SATA 6Gb/s HBA for ProLiant Gen8
Brand: HPE
SKU: 660087-001
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 660087-001 H221 PCI-Express 8x SAS/SATA HBA acts as a bridge between the server’s motherboard and internal storage devices. It fits into Gen8 ProLiant servers, enabling them to connect to a mix of SAS and SATA drives at stable 6Gb/s speeds, supporting a range of storage configurations without added complexity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	660087-001

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	6Gbps SAS
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Generation	Gen 8
Connector Type	Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644)
Chipset / Controller	LSI SAS2008
Network Topology	Point-to-Point
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, VMware ESXi 7.x, RHEL 8, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low Profile PCIe x8 Half-Height Card
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The HPE 660087-001 H221 PCI-Express 8x SAS/SATA Host Bus Adapter is built to connect internal storage devices in server environments. It provides high-speed 6Gb/s connectivity for both SAS and SATA drives, ensuring efficient data transfer and reliability within the system. Commonly used in HPE ProLiant Gen8 servers, this HBA is designed for IT professionals managing server storage who need to expand or optimize their server's drive interfaces. It offers a straightforward and effective way to add multiple drives through a single adapter. Key Features Supports up to 8 lanes of PCI-Express for fast host communication Compatible with both SAS and SATA devices for flexible storage options Delivers 6Gb/s per port transfer speed to handle demanding workloads Built specifically for HPE ProLiant Gen8 server architecture Offers reliable connectivity for internal hard drives and SSDs This adapter is typically found in data centers and enterprise server environments where dependable internal storage connections are required. It helps ensure smooth operation of multiple drives, balancing performance and compatibility without complex setup.

Use Cases
The HPE 660087-001 H221 PCI-Express 8x SAS/SATA HBA is primarily utilized in data center environments where HPE ProLiant Gen8 servers are deployed. It is ideal for IT administrators seeking to optimize server storage connectivity with a mix of SAS and SATA drives, especially in setups requiring reliable 6Gb/s transfer speeds without complex configurations. How It's Used: Integrating high-performance SAS and SATA drives within enterprise virtualization platforms to enhance storage throughput. Expanding internal storage capacity in SMB rack deployments by connecting multiple SAS/SATA drives efficiently. Facilitating storage clustering in medium-sized data centers requiring scalable and stable drive connectivity. Supporting remote office servers that require flexible storage interfaces without extensive hardware upgrades. Deploying in edge computing nodes where compact yet reliable storage expansion is critical. This HBA supports operational efficiency by providing seamless integration between ProLiant Gen8 servers and diverse storage arrays, enabling scalable storage solutions. Its stable 6Gb/s transfer rates help maintain consistent performance across varying workloads, ensuring that storage infrastructure adapts to evolving enterprise needs.