The HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 is a high-performance SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controller designed for use in HP Gen8 servers. The controller provides enhanced reliability, increased performance, and better data protection to the storage subsystems of servers. In this article, we will discuss the features, benefits, and specifications of the HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller.
FeaturesThe HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is equipped with two external ports that support 6 Gbps SAS data transfer rates. The controller is PCI-Express 3.0 compliant and provides support for RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60. It also supports up to 64 logical drives and can be expanded using HP Smart Array Advanced Pack.
The HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is also equipped with 2GB Flash Backed Write Cache (FBWC) memory. The FBWC memory provides increased performance by storing frequently accessed data in cache memory instead of reading it from the disk. This results in faster access times and improved overall system performance.
BenefitsThe HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller provides several benefits to HP Gen8 server users. Some of the benefits include:
Improved data protection: The HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller provides advanced data protection features that help prevent data loss due to disk failures. The controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60, which provide various levels of data redundancy and protection.
Increased performance: The HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is equipped with 2GB FBWC memory, which provides improved system performance by reducing the need to access data from the disk. The controller also supports 6 Gbps SAS data transfer rates, which provides faster data transfer speeds.
Ease of use: The HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is easy to install and configure. The controller supports a variety of operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Linux, and VMware.
SpecificationsThe HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller has the following specifications:
Data Transfer Rate: 6 Gbps SAS Ports: 2 external PCI-Express: 3.0 compliant RAID Levels: 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60 Maximum Logical Drives: 64 Cache Memory: 2GB FBWC Operating Systems Supported: Microsoft Windows, Linux, VMware
Summary, the HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is a high-performance RAID controller designed for use in HP Gen8 servers. The controller provides improved data protection, increased performance, and ease of use. With support for a variety of RAID levels, fast data transfer rates, and advanced data protection features, the HP 631674-B21 Smart Array P421 SAS RAID controller is an excellent choice for businesses that require reliable and high-performance storage solutions.
- Brand: HP
- Part Number or SKU# 631674-B21
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: PCI-E
- Product Type: SAS Controller
- Interfaces: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
- Host Interface: PCI Express 3.0 X8
- RAID Supported: Yes
- RAID LEVELS: RAID 0 . RAID 1 . RAID 1+0 . RAID 5 . RAID 50 . RAID 6 . RAID 60
- Drive Supported: 64 X Logical
- Data Backup Type: Flash-Backed Cache
- Standard Memory: 2GB ECC DDR3 Sdram
- Ports: 2 X 6GB/S SAS - Mini-Sas External
- COMPATIBILITY :
- HP Proliant Server Series: DL360 . DL380 . ML350 . SL200S .
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