Name: 804334-002 HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS 8-Lane 2GB Cache Controller
Brand: HPE
SKU: 804334-002
Price: 169.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 controller is a storage management component designed to fit into HPE Gen10 servers, facilitating high-speed communication with internal SAS drives. It works to optimize data flow and RAID capabilities within server systems, making it a common choice for managing internal storage in business-critical applications.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	804334-002

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom (LSI) SAS3008
Data Rate	12Gb/s SAS
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Cache	2 GB NV Cache (flash-backed)
Ports	8
Connectivity	SAS, SATA
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers (supported in Gen10 DL/ML/BL series; requires appropriate Smart Array slot/firmware)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	PCIe Mezzanine / Modular Controller
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 HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 is a robust storage controller designed to manage multiple SAS drives within modern server environments. It handles data traffic efficiently, providing reliable RAID functionality to maintain data integrity and improve performance. Often found in enterprise data centers and IT setups, this controller is built for use in HPE Gen10 servers, serving system administrators and IT professionals who require dependable storage management with scalable options. Key Features High-speed 12G SAS interface ensures fast data access and transfer 2GB cache accelerates read and write operations for improved server responsiveness Support for multiple RAID configurations adapts to varied storage needs Modular format allows straightforward upgrades and replacements Compatibility tailored for HPE ProLiant Gen10 server platforms Typically deployed in enterprise-grade servers, this controller plays a vital role in managing internal storage arrays. It helps maintain balance between performance and reliability in environments handling critical data workloads.

Use Cases
The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 controller is primarily deployed within enterprise data centers and mid-to-large scale IT environments where reliable and high-speed internal storage management is critical. Organizations running virtualized workloads or demanding database applications benefit from its advanced RAID support and efficient data throughput, helping maintain consistent performance and data integrity. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in enterprise IT environments to ensure high availability and optimized storage performance for multiple virtual machines. Managing storage arrays in data centers requiring robust RAID configurations to protect against drive failures and maintain uptime. Facilitating high-speed internal SAS connectivity in rack-mounted Gen10 servers used by cloud service providers for scalable infrastructure deployments. Enabling efficient storage consolidation in SMB networks that require flexible RAID levels for balancing redundancy and capacity. Enhancing storage reliability and performance in remote office servers handling critical transactional workloads and data backups. This controller enables organizations to scale storage capabilities while maintaining operational efficiency through hardware-accelerated RAID and caching. Its modular design and compatibility with Gen10 servers allow seamless integration into existing infrastructure, supporting evolving workload demands without compromising data protection.

804334-002 HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS 8-Lane 2GB Cache Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases