Name: 869083-B21 HP 12Gb/s SAS 4GB Cache Gen10 Smart Array P816i-a RAID Controller
Brand: HP
SKU: 869083-B21
Price: 329.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 869083-B21 Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 RAID Storage Controller is designed to handle complex storage needs within HPE Gen10 servers. It provides flexible RAID options, high-speed SAS connectivity, and onboard cache to optimize both data protection and access speeds in enterprise environments.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCIe (mezzanine / onboard)
Data Rate	12 Gb/s SAS
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Connectivity	SAS
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers (e.g., DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, ML350 Gen10)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Integrated / Mezzanine RAID controller (onboard for HPE ProLiant Gen10)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The HP 869083-B21 Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 RAID Storage Controller manages multiple SAS drives to provide reliable and high-performance data storage. It's commonly found in enterprise servers where data integrity and uptime are critical. Built for IT administrators and businesses needing robust RAID solutions, this controller helps optimize storage arrays by balancing speed and redundancy. Its integration with HPE Gen10 servers makes it a staple in many data centers. Key Features Supports a broad range of RAID configurations for tailored data protection Offers a 12Gb/s SAS interface to maximize drive speed Equipped with 4GB cache memory that enhances read/write operations Compatible with up to 24 SAS or SATA drives for large storage pools Includes advanced data recovery and error correction features This controller is often deployed in medium to large-scale server environments where managing extensive storage arrays efficiently is essential. It helps keep data safe while maintaining the performance required for demanding workloads.

Use Cases
The HP 869083-B21 HP 12Gb/s SAS 4GB Cache Gen10 Smart Array P816i-a RAID Controller is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale IT environments requiring robust, high-throughput storage solutions. It is particularly suited for IT professionals managing HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers who need advanced RAID configurations to ensure data integrity and performance under demanding workloads. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in data centers by providing high-speed, resilient storage arrays for virtual machine datastores. Facilitating database servers in enterprise IT environments with RAID 10 and RAID 50 configurations to optimize read/write operations. Enabling high-performance storage clusters in cloud service deployments requiring scalable and fault-tolerant drive arrays. Integrating into rack-mounted HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers used in remote offices for centralized, reliable data storage. Enhancing storage throughput for big data analytics workloads that demand fast access to large volumes of SAS-attached drives. This controller supports operational efficiency by balancing data protection with throughput, allowing IT infrastructure to scale while maintaining service availability. Its cache memory and flexible RAID options help optimize storage performance tailored to specific enterprise workloads.

869083-B21 HP 12Gb/s SAS 4GB Cache Gen10 Smart Array P816i-a RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases