Product Details of HPE 804331-001 Smart Array
The 804331-001 HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12GBPS SAS Modular Controller is a type of hardware device used in server systems. This controller is manufactured by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and is designed to provide efficient storage management capabilities. In this article, we will discuss the key features and functions of the HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR controller in detail.
Features and Benefits
The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12GBPS SAS Modular Controller has a number of features that make it a highly efficient and reliable storage management solution. Some of the key features of this controller include:
- 12GBPS SAS Technology: The P408i-a SR controller uses 12GBPS SAS technology which provides faster data transfer speeds and greater scalability compared to traditional storage interfaces.
- Modular Design: The controller has a modular design which allows for easy integration into existing server systems.
- RAID Support: The P408i-a SR controller supports a variety of RAID configurations including RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60.
- Cache Memory: The controller has 4GB of cache memory which helps to improve data access times and overall system performance.
- Encryption Support: The P408i-a SR controller supports encryption for data security.
- Compatibility: The controller is compatible with a wide range of HPE server systems including HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen9, DL380 Gen9, DL560 Gen9, DL580 Gen9, and HPE Synergy 480 Gen9.
Functionality
The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12GBPS SAS Modular Controller provides a range of storage management functions. These functions include:
- RAID Configuration: The controller allows for the configuration of a variety of RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60. This allows for improved data redundancy and faster data access times.
- Cache Management: The controller has 4GB of cache memory which helps to improve data access times. The cache can be configured to operate in either write-back or write-through mode depending on the requirements of the system.
- Encryption: The P408i-a SR controller supports encryption for data security. This ensures that sensitive data is protected from unauthorized access.
- Capacity Expansion: The controller supports capacity expansion through the addition of additional disk drives to the system. This allows for greater scalability and flexibility in storage management.
- Monitoring and Management: The controller provides a range of monitoring and management capabilities including temperature monitoring, fan speed monitoring, and drive failure prediction. This allows for proactive management of the storage system to minimize downtime and ensure data availability.
Summary, the HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12GBPS SAS Modular Controller is a highly efficient and reliable storage management solution for server systems. With its modular design, 12GBPS SAS technology, and support for a variety of RAID configurations, the controller provides a range of storage management functions that improve data redundancy and access times. Additionally, the controller supports encryption for data security and provides a range of monitoring and management
General Information about the HPE 804331-001
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# 804331-001
- Product Type : Controller
- Product Name : Smart Array
Key Features
- Storage Interface (sas/sata)
- 8 Sas Lanes Across 2 X4 Internal Mini-sas Ports
- 12gb/s Sas, 6gb/s Sata Technology
- Mix-and-match Sas And Sata Drives To The Same Controller
- Support For Sas Tape Drives
- 2 Gb Flash-backed Write Cache (fbwc)
- Pci Express 3.0 X8 Link
- Raid 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 Adm, 10 Adm (advanced Data Mirroring)
- Mixed Mode(raid Logic Drives And Hba Physical Drives Simultaneously)
- Windows Storage Spaces Direct Validated
- Vmware Virtual San Certified
- Legacy And Uefi Boot Operation
- Uefi System Utilities (storage Configuration)
- Up To 238 Physical Drives
- Up To 64 Logical Drives
- HPE Ssd Smart Path
- Rapid Parity Initialization (rpi)
- Rapid Rebuild
- Drive Sanitize
- Performance Optimization-degraded Reads And Read Coalescing
- Power Efficiency
- Seamless Upgrades From HPE Smart Array S-class And E-class Controllers
Compatibility
The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12GBPS SAS Modular Controller is compatible with a wide range of HPE server systems including:
- HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen9
- HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9
- HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen9
- HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen9
- HPE Synergy 480 Gen9
Contact us or ask for live chat/help if you have any questions about the compatibility of this item to ensure the model's matching features with your current system.
SAS-SATA
SAS controllers facilitate the use of SATA drives to increase the storage capacity with extreme ease. You can get the best SAS SATA controllers here on allhdd.com. Our SAS SATA controllers are some of the best you can find around at the best prices.
SATA is the acronym for Serial Advanced Technology Attachment while the SCSI, nicknamed Scuzzy, is short for Serial Attached Small Computer System Interface.
SATA and SAS connectors help link up your computer components, including media and hard drives to the system's motherboard. SATA drives are more affordable and used for personal computing while fast and reliable SAS drives are the best fit for servers.
On the other hand, SAS controllers work flawlessly on SATA hard drives because both share identical infrastructure and possess related characteristics.
If you'd prefer speed over space, then a SAS-based hard drive is your best bet. However, SATA drives on the other hand, while lagging in terms of speed have a much larger storage capacity.
Data Transfer Speed
Throughput is the volume of data that a drive can move, process, or read and write in a specific amount of time. The drive's throughput is usually tested to measure its speed.
The Input/output operations per second (IOPS) may also be measured. However, the IOPS and throughput outcomes usually imply the same things about the drive.
While the SAS drives boast higher throughput than SATA drives; there are fewer general delays. But there is some overlap between the more high-speed SATA drives and slower SAS drives. On allhdd.com, you can shop some of the best SAS SATA controllers from well-known brands across the world.
While a handful of factors affect the drive's performance, the major factor affecting throughput is the revolution per minute (rpm). Consequently, the higher the rpm, the higher the drive's throughput.
The speed variation is most notable when dealing with large files. A SAS drive boasting 15000 rpm will most likely read and write a 1TB file faster than a SATA drive with 7200 rpm.
Most SATA-based drives' usual speed ranges from 5400 rpm to 7200 rpm, and most SAS-based drives run between 7200 rpm and 15000 rpm.
SAS-SATA Controllers on Allhdd.com
While you can count on both quality and affordability, we also bring you a wide range of SAS SATA controllers to cater to your storage needs. SAS and SATA's notable difference is that SAS is developed to endure 24/7 performance in firms, including data centers. Choose from our collection of top-quality SAS SATA controllers including 24 Port, PERC H830, Expander Card, PERC H330, PERC H730, PERC 5, Host Bus Adapter, Equallogic, PERC H710, 4 Port, 1-Port, 8 Port, PERC H700, PERC H800, Smart Array, Serveraid, PERC H740, Raid Controller, PCI-E, 12 Port, Controller Card, and16 Port.
You can use a SATA drive for servers just as you would use a SAS drive. However, the SATA drive would deliver a slower performance and a higher probability of failing or hinting at a failure. This laxity could prove expensive to firms that depend on such drives.
A SAS drive has a mean time between failures (MTBF) that ranges from (1.2-1.6 million) hours of use at 113°F (45°C), while that of a SATA drive is about (700,000-1.2 million) hours of use at 77°F (25°C).
SATA disk drives offer many benefits, including the fact that they boast an unbeatable combination of low cost, high capacity, and performance. Taking advantage of this with SAS SATA controllers could bring a significant return on investment. You can count on a 24/7 customer care center for all issues regarding sales and delivery. Allhdd.com delivers all items free of charge within the 48 U. S. states. Please choose from our collection of top-quality SAS SATA controllers today for optimum performance.
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