Name: 726903-B21 HPE Smart Array P841 4-Port SAS 12Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x8 4GB Cache RAID Controller
Brand: HPE
SKU: 726903-B21
Price: 374.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Smart Array P841 controller manages storage devices with fast SAS and SATA connectivity and a large cache. It fits into enterprise servers where reliable RAID functionality is essential for data handling and protection.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	726903-B21

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express 3.0 x8
Data Rate	12 Gb/s (SAS), 6 Gb/s (SATA)
RAID Levels	RAID 0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Cache	4 GB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache)
Ports	4
Connectivity	SAS (12 Gb/s), SATA (6 Gb/s)

Physical Characteristics
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 P841 is a high-performance RAID controller designed to manage multiple storage devices with speed and reliability. Often found in enterprise servers and data centers, it handles complex RAID configurations and helps maximize data throughput. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this controller supports both SAS and SATA drives, offering flexibility for various storage setups. Its large cache helps optimize data processing under heavy workloads. Key Features Delivers fast data transfer with 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA support PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface ensures efficient communication with host systems 4GB cache memory enhances RAID performance and responsiveness Compatible with multiple RAID levels for data protection and speed Designed to fit enterprise server environments requiring robust storage solutions This RAID controller is commonly deployed in servers that require high-speed storage access and reliable data integrity. It plays a key role in data centers and virtualization setups where uptime and performance matter. Its ability to handle large workloads makes it valuable in critical IT infrastructure, supporting tasks like database management and backup solutions.

Use Cases
The HPE Smart Array P841 controller is designed for enterprise IT environments requiring high-speed and reliable storage management. It is ideal for data centers and large-scale virtualization deployments where maintaining data integrity and fast access to storage arrays is critical. How It's Used: Managing RAID configurations in rack-mounted servers supporting heavy transactional databases in financial institutions. Facilitating storage clusters for high-availability setups in cloud service providers. Optimizing storage throughput for virtualization platforms hosting multiple virtual machines in enterprise data centers. Supporting edge computing nodes that require resilient and fast local storage for real-time analytics. Enabling scalable storage solutions for large-scale media and content delivery networks requiring sustained data streaming. By integrating high-speed SAS and SATA connectivity with a substantial cache, the controller enhances operational efficiency and storage scalability. It ensures consistent performance in demanding workloads, enabling IT infrastructures to maintain optimal data handling and protection.

726903-B21 HPE Smart Array P841 4-Port SAS 12Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x8 4GB Cache RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases