Description
Management and Monitoring Tools
The 578229-B21 HP Smart Array P411 PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller with 512MB FBWC is managed and monitored using the following tools:
- HP Systems Management Homepage (SMH): A web-based interface that provides access to all of the management and monitoring tools for the server.
- HP Array Configuration Utility (ACU): A graphical user interface (GUI) tool for configuring and managing HP Smart Array controllers and their arrays.
- HP Insight Management Agents: A suite of management agents that provide real-time monitoring and alerting of system health, including CPU utilization, memory usage, and network traffic.
- HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA): A web-based tool for managing and monitoring HP Smart Array controllers and storage systems.
- HP SUM (Smart Update Manager): A tool for automating the update of firmware and drivers for HP servers, storage, and network devices.
Easy Installation and Configuration
The 578229-B21 HP Smart Array P411 PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller with 512MB FBWC is easy to install and configure. Here are the steps to install and configure the controller:
Installation:
- Turn off the server and disconnect all cables.
- Open the server and insert the controller into a PCI-E x8 slot.
- Secure the controller with screws.
- Connect the SAS cables from the drives to the controller.
- Close the server and connect all cables.
- Turn on the server.
Configuration:
- Boot the server and enter the RAID configuration utility (e.g., HP Smart Storage Administrator).
- Create a new logical drive by selecting the drives and the RAID level (e.g., RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, etc.).
- Assign the drive letter and format the logical drive.
- The controller and the logical drive are now ready for use.
Scalability and Performance Boost
The 578229-B21 HP Smart Array P411 PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller with 512MB FBWC can provide scalability and performance boost in the following ways:
- Scalability: The controller supports multiple internal SAS ports and can accommodate up to 8 SAS or SATA hard drives in a single array. This allows for increased storage capacity and flexible scalability as your storage needs grow.
- Performance Boost: The controller has a fast data transfer rate of up to 6GB/s and an on-board cache memory of 512MB FBWC, which can significantly improve the overall performance and response time of your server.
- RAID Support: The controller supports multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 1+0, 5, and 6, which can provide data redundancy and increase data protection.
- Server Integration: The controller is designed to seamlessly integrate with HP ProLiant server platforms and provides a comprehensive, scalable and cost-effective data protection solution for your server.
General Information
- Manufacturer Name: HP
- MPN: 578229-B21
- Device Type: Storage Controller (RAID) – Plug-in Card – Low Profile
- Host Bus: PCIe 2.0 x8
Storage Controllers
- Interface: SATA 1.5GBPS / SAS
- Data Transfer Rate: 300 MBps
- Buffer Size: 512 MB
- Supported Devices: Hard drive, disk array (RAID)
- Max Storage Devices Qty: 64
- RAID Level: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, RAID 50
- Processor: PowerPC 440
Expansions And Connectivity
- Interfaces: 2 x SATA 1.5GBPS / SAS – 26 pin 4x Shielded Mini MultiLane SAS (SFF-8088) ( external )
- Compatible Slots: 1 x PCI Express x8
Dimensions & Weight
- Width: 1.3 inch
- Depth: 11 inch
- Height: 7.6 inch
- Weight: 2.4 lbs
Compatibility Information
- HP ProLiant DL Series: DL120 G7, DL120 G7 Base, DL120 G7 Entry, DL120 G7 Performance, DL160 G6, DL165 G7, DL165 G7 Base, DL180 G6, DL320 G6, DL320 G6 Entry, DL320 G6 High Efficiency, DL320 G6 Performance, DL360 G7, DL360 G7 Base, DL360 G7 Central Management Server, DL360 G7 Efficiency, DL360 G7 Entry, DL360 G7 Performance, DL370 G6 Base, DL370 G6 High Performance, DL380 G7, DL380 G7 Base, DL380 G7 Entry, DL380 G7 Performance, DL385 G7, DL385 G7 Base, DL385 G7 Entry, DL385 G7 HE, DL385 G7 Performance, DL580 G7, DL580 G7 Base, DL580 G7 High Performance, DL585 G7, DL585 G7 Base, DL585 G7 Performance, DL980 G7
- HP ProLiant ML Series: ML150 G6, ML330 G6, ML350 G6, ML350 G6 Base, ML350 G6 Performance
- HP ProLiant SL Series: SL165s G7, SL165z G7
- HP StorageWorks Disk Enclosure D2600, D2700
- HP StorageWorks Modular Disk System 600
- HP StorageWorks Network Storage System X1400 G2, X1500 G2, X1600 G2, X1800 G2
