Name: 804341-001 HPE P816i-a SR Gen10 16-Lane 12G SAS 4GB Cache RAID Controller
Brand: HPE
SKU: 804341-001
Price: 219.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE P816i-a SR Gen10 RAID controller enables secure, high-speed SAS storage connectivity with a 16-lane 12G interface and 4GB cache. It fits into modular slots on Gen10 servers, offering multiple RAID options that help manage data with speed and reliability in enterprise server environments.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	804341-001

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom/LSI SAS3008
Host Interface	Integrated/mezzanine to server — PCIe 3.0 (Gen3) 16 lanes
Data Rate	12 Gb/s per SAS lane (12Gb/s SAS, SAS-3)
RAID Levels	RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Cache	4 GB NV cache (flash‑backed write cache / FBWC)
Ports	16
Connectivity	12Gb/s SAS (SAS-3) to server backplane
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers and chassis supporting Smart Array P816i‑a (e.g., DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, ML350 Gen10) with corresponding HPE Smart Array firmware/drivers (PN 804341‑001)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Modular (mezzanine) RAID controller
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The HPE P816i-a SR Gen10 RAID controller manages storage arrays with efficiency and speed, connecting multiple SAS drives to your server. Built for Gen10 servers, it allows IT professionals to optimize data flow and safeguard information through various RAID configurations. Often found in enterprise data centers and server farms, this controller is suited for system administrators and IT teams who need reliable, high-capacity storage solutions. It supports demanding workloads by improving throughput and redundancy in server environments. Key Features High-speed 16-lane 12G SAS interface for fast device connectivity 4GB cache designed to reduce latency and improve data handling Modular form factor that simplifies integration with existing server systems Multiple RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and more for tailored data protection Hardware RAID offloads processing from the server CPU, enhancing overall system performance This RAID controller is typically installed in HPE Gen10 servers to provide robust storage management. It plays a vital role in maintaining data integrity and uptime in professional IT setups, ensuring that data access remains seamless during heavy workloads.

Use Cases
The HPE P816i-a SR Gen10 RAID controller is designed for enterprise server environments requiring robust, high-throughput SAS storage solutions. It is particularly suited for data centers and IT infrastructures that demand scalable storage performance and flexible RAID configurations to handle intensive workloads securely. How It's Used: Facilitating large-scale virtualization deployments by ensuring rapid, reliable access to shared storage in data center servers. Supporting high-performance database servers in financial institutions where low latency and data integrity are critical. Enabling storage clusters in cloud service environments to manage large volumes of transactional data efficiently. Optimizing backup and recovery operations in enterprise IT by providing fast sequential data transfers and RAID protection. Enhancing storage capabilities in edge computing setups where remote servers require resilient and scalable storage connectivity. This RAID controller enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent high-speed data throughput and reliable RAID management. It supports scalability in storage infrastructure, allowing enterprises to adapt their server configurations to evolving workload demands.

804341-001 HPE P816i-a SR Gen10 16-Lane 12G SAS 4GB Cache RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases