The HPE P12688-B21 Microchip SR416i-a SAS SmartRAID Controller is a high-performance SAS interface that is designed to improve I/O performance for HPE ProLiant servers. It provides 12 Gbps SAS data transfer rates, which is faster than the traditional 6 Gbps SAS interface. This allows for faster data access and improved storage performance.
The controller also supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50, as well as online capacity expansion and RAID level migration. It also features a 512MB cache memory that helps to improve data read and write speeds, and supports up to 256 SAS or SATA devices.
This controller is compatible with HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, DL560 Gen10, and DL580 Gen10 servers. It is recommended to check with HPE for the most up-to-date compatibility information.
Easy Management and MonitoringThe HPE P12688-B21 Microchip SR416i-a SAS SmartRAID Controller is designed with easy management and monitoring features to improve I/O performance. These features include:
- Web-based GUI: The SmartRAID Controller has a web-based GUI that allows for easy management and monitoring of the RAID array.
- Email alerts: The controller can send email alerts to notify administrators of any issues or changes in the RAID array.
- SNMP support: The controller supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) for easy integration with network management systems.
- SES (SCSI Enclosure Services) support: The controller supports SES for easy monitoring of the physical status of the hard drives.
- Firmware updates: The controller supports firmware updates to ensure that the latest features and bug fixes are available.
- Background initialization: The controller supports background initialization to improve I/O performance by reducing the time required for initialization.
- Performance monitoring: The controller provides performance monitoring and statistics to help identify any performance bottlenecks.
- RAID level migration: The controller supports RAID level migration to easily change the RAID level of a volume without the need for data backup and restore.
All these features allow the HPE P12688-B21 Microchip SR416i-a SAS SmartRAID Controller to be easily managed and monitored, which improves the I/O performance of the RAID array.
Advanced Data Protection and Data Recovery FeaturesThe HPE P12688-B21 Microchip SR416i-a SAS SmartRAID controller provides advanced data protection and data recovery features to improve I/O performance in HPE ProLiant servers. Some of these features include:
- Advanced Data Recovery: This feature allows the controller to automatically detect and recover data from failed drives, minimizing the risk of data loss and downtime.
- Advanced Data Protection: This feature includes support for RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, allowing users to choose the level of data protection that best suits their needs.
- Advanced Power Management: The controller supports advanced power management features, such as power capping and energy-efficient modes, to reduce power consumption and improve energy efficiency.
- Advanced Performance Optimization: The controller provides advanced performance optimization features, such as read and write caching, to improve I/O performance.
- Advanced Remote Management: The controller supports advanced remote management features, such as remote system management and remote firmware upgrades, to simplify server management and maintenance.
- Advanced Error Reporting: The controller provides advanced error reporting features, such as event logs and alerts, to help administrators quickly identify and resolve issues.
It is important to note that these features may vary depending on the specific configuration of the server and the version of the firmware installed. It is recommended to check with HPE for the most up-to-date information.
General Information about this HPE P12688-B21- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# P12688-B21
- Product Line: SmartRAID
- Product Model: SR416i-a
- Product Name: Microchip SmartRAID SR416i-a SAS Controller
- Product Type: SAS Controller
- Controller Type: 24Gb/s SAS
- RAID Supported: Yes
- RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM
- Device Supported: Server
- Cache Memory: 4 GB
- SAS Connector Details: 16 (SlimSAS SFF-9402 connectors supporting U.2 and U.3)
- Form Factor: Plug-in Module
- Height: 3.9 Inch
- Length: 4.4 Inch
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