Name: Q9X08A HPE Smart Array P441 PCIe 3.0 x8 12GB 2-Port Ext SAS Controller 4GB FBWC
Brand: HPE
SKU: Q9X08A
Price: 154.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE Smart Array P441 controller card manages external SAS storage, fitting into modern servers via PCIe 3.0 x8 slots. It balances high-speed data transfer with data integrity, making it a practical choice for environments needing reliable RAID configurations and robust storage connections.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	Q9X08A

Technical Specification
Chipset	Broadcom / LSI SAS 3008
Host Interface	PCI Express 3.0 x8
Data Rate	12 Gb/s
RAID Levels	0,1,10,5,50,6,60
Cache	4 GB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache)
Ports	2
Connectivity	12 Gb/s SAS
Compatibility	HPE ProLiant servers (typical compatibility: Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	PCIe 3.0 x8 (half-height / low-profile)
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 P441 is a high-performance SAS controller designed to manage and accelerate storage operations in servers and data centers. It is commonly used in enterprise storage environments where reliable and fast data access is critical. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this controller card enhances storage scalability and protection, often found in server RAID configurations to optimize data throughput and safeguard information integrity. Key Features Delivers two external 12Gb/s SAS ports for connecting external storage arrays Equipped with 4GB FBWC to preserve data during power loss events Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for versatile data protection Designed to fit PCIe 3.0 x8 slots ensuring high-speed communications Compatible with a wide range of SAS and SATA drives for flexible deployment This controller card is typically deployed in servers managing large-scale storage arrays and backup systems. It plays a crucial role in ensuring consistent data availability and quick access in demanding IT infrastructures. By combining speed with data protection features, it supports businesses that require reliable, scalable storage solutions without compromising performance.

Use Cases
The HPE Smart Array P441 controller is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and medium to large-scale IT infrastructures where external SAS storage arrays require high-throughput and reliable connectivity. IT professionals managing virtualization platforms or large storage clusters benefit from its robust RAID capabilities and Flash-Backed Write Cache, ensuring data integrity and performance under demanding workloads. How It's Used: Enabling high-performance storage connectivity in virtualization environments to support multiple virtual machines with low latency. Integrating external SAS arrays in enterprise data centers for scalable storage expansion and improved fault tolerance. Supporting storage clusters in cloud service providers requiring fast and reliable data access across distributed systems. Facilitating data-intensive analytics workloads in research institutions through robust RAID configurations and caching. Providing reliable storage interfaces in remote office setups that need centralized data management with minimal downtime. This controller enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent data throughput and safeguarding against data loss through its advanced caching mechanisms. Its PCIe 3.0 interface and flexible SAS connectivity allow IT teams to scale storage solutions seamlessly while maintaining performance levels essential for critical business applications.

Q9X08A HPE Smart Array P441 PCIe 3.0 x8 12GB 2-Port Ext SAS Controller 4GB FBWC

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases