Description
Key Features of the P840AR Controller
- 12GB SAS technology: The Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC controller is equipped with 12GB SAS technology, providing fast and efficient data transfer rates.
- 2-port internal SAS: The controller features two internal SAS ports, which allow for multiple hard drives to be connected and used simultaneously.
- 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC): The controller is equipped with 2GB FBWC, which helps to improve the overall performance of the system by caching data before writing it to the hard drives.
- RAID support: The controller supports multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60, providing increased protection and redundancy for data stored on the hard drives.
- Hot-swappable: The Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC controller is hot-swappable, allowing it to be easily replaced or upgraded without having to shut down the system.
- Advanced Data Mirroring: The controller features advanced data mirroring capabilities, which help to improve the performance and reliability of data storage systems.
- Compatible with HPE ProLiant Servers: The Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC controller is specifically designed for HPE ProLiant servers, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
- Advanced Error Correction: The controller features advanced error correction, which helps to detect and correct errors in the data storage system, improving the overall reliability of the system.
- Easy Management: The controller is easy to manage, with a simple and intuitive interface that makes it easy to monitor and control the data storage system.
High-Performance Storage with the P840AR/2GB FBWC
The 843201-001 HPE Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC 12GB 2-Port Internal SAS Controller is a high-performance storage controller that is designed for use with HPE ProLiant servers. It provides a high-speed SAS interface with 12 Gb/s data transfer rates, making it ideal for demanding storage applications.
The 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) provides fast and reliable write caching, which helps to improve overall storage performance and data protection. This controller also supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, making it ideal for use in a variety of storage configurations.
The dual internal SAS ports provide a high-speed connection to internal storage devices, and the advanced error handling and correction features ensure reliable data transmission. The controller is easy to install and configure, and it is backed by HPE’s industry-leading warranty and support program.
Compatibility and Interoperability of the P840AR/2GB FBWC
The HPE Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC 12GB 2-Port Internal SAS Controller (843201-001) is compatible with the following HPE servers:
- HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen9 Server
It is also compatible with most HPE ProLiant G9 and Gen10 servers that have a supported SAS backplane.
The HPE Smart Array P840AR/2GB FBWC 12GB 2-Port Internal SAS Controller is fully interoperable with the HPE Smart Array firmware and management tools, including the HPE System Management Homepage, HPE Smart Storage Administrator, and HPE Intelligent Provisioning.
It supports data storage devices such as SAS, SATA, and SSD drives, as well as RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
General Information
- Brand: HPE
- MPN : 843201-001
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Raid Controller
Technical Information
- Storage Interface (SAS/SATA)
- 16 Physical Links Across 2 X8 Internal Ports
- 12GB/S SAS, 6GB/S SATA Technology
- Mix-And-Match SAS And Sata Drives To The Same Controller
- Support For SAS Tape Drives, SAS Tape Autoloaders And SAS Tape Libraries
- 2 Gibytes Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
- PCI Express Gen3 X8 Link
- Raid 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, 60, 10 Adm (Advanced Data Mirroring)
- Raid Or HBA Mode
- Legacy And Uefi Boot Operation
- Up To 200 Physical Drives
- Up To 64 Logical Drives
- Hpe Smartcache (License Included)
- Hpe Secure Encryption (Optional License)
- Hpe Ssd Smart Path
- Vmware Virtual San Certified
- Rapid Parity Initialization (Rpi)
- Rapid Rebuild
- Drive Erase
- Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads And Read Coalescing
- Power Efficiency
- Seamless Upgrades To And From Other Hpe Smart Array Controllers
- Recovery Rom To Protect Against Controller Rom Corruption
- Full-Height, Half-Length Low-Profile Pci Express Form Facto
Ports
- InternaL: 16 SAS/SATA Physical Links Across 2 X8 Ports
Servers Supported
- Hpe Proliant Dl380 Gen9
- Hpe Proliant Dl360 Gen9
Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows Server
- Microsoft Windows Hyper-V Server
- Vmware Vsphere Esxi
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (Rhel)
- Suse Linux Enterprise Server (Sles)
- Oracle Solaris
- Oracle Linux
- Canonical Ubuntu
- Centos
- Wind River
- Citrix Xenserver
