Name: 830824-B21 HP Smart Array P408i-p SR SAS-12G PCIe Controller
Brand: HP
SKU: 830824-B21
Price: 94.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Smart Array P408i-p SR SAS-12G PCIe Controller handles internal SAS and SATA storage within servers, delivering reliable RAID management and high-speed data transfers. It's commonly used in HP ProLiant servers to manage multiple drives efficiently, providing a solid foundation for critical data storage tasks.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom/LSI SAS 3008 (SAS 12Gb/s)
Host Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Data Rate	12 Gb/s per SAS port (SAS-3)
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Cache	2 GB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache) / NV Cache
Ports	2
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers (e.g., DL360 Gen9, DL380 Gen9); may be supported in select Gen10 platforms

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	PCIe low-profile add-in card / server-integrated mezzanine
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The HP Smart Array P408i-p SR SAS-12G PCIe Controller is built to manage and optimize storage arrays in servers. It provides high-speed connectivity for multiple hard drives, ensuring data integrity and efficient data access. Often found in enterprise data centers and server environments, this controller is designed for IT professionals who need reliable RAID solutions for demanding workloads. It works well in HP ProLiant servers and supports various RAID configurations to balance performance and redundancy. Key Features Delivers up to 12Gb/s SAS transfer rates for fast data throughput Includes a 1GB cache module to help speed up read and write operations Compatible with multiple RAID levels to suit different storage needs Supports up to 8 internal drives, enabling flexible storage expansion Uses PCIe 3.0 interface for efficient communication with the server This controller is typically installed in rack and tower servers where dependable storage management is crucial. It helps maintain smooth data operations, whether for virtualization, database management, or file serving. Thanks to its balance of speed, capacity, and protection features, it plays a key role in maintaining uptime and data reliability in professional IT setups.

Use Cases
The HP Smart Array P408i-p SR SAS-12G PCIe Controller is predominantly utilized in enterprise server environments where managing multiple internal SAS and SATA drives efficiently is critical. IT administrators operating in data centers or medium to large-scale businesses benefit from its hardware RAID support to ensure data integrity and high availability. How It's Used: Managing storage arrays in HP ProLiant rack servers deployed in data center infrastructures requiring high throughput and redundancy. Supporting virtualization workloads by facilitating reliable storage configurations in enterprise IT environments. Enabling storage scalability in medium-sized businesses with growing data storage demands through efficient RAID management. Handling mixed workload storage clusters where combining SAS and SATA drives optimizes cost and performance balance. Facilitating remote office server setups that require robust internal storage reliability without external storage dependencies. By integrating advanced RAID capabilities and high-speed SAS connectivity, this controller enhances storage system performance and resilience. It supports operational efficiency and scalability within complex server architectures, aligning well with the needs of modern enterprise IT deployments.

830824-B21 HP Smart Array P408i-p SR SAS-12G PCIe Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases