Description
Product Overview of PCI E 2.0 X8 SAS Raid Controller
HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 PCI E 2.0 X8 SAS RAID Controller with 512MB FBWC is a device used to manage and monitor multiple hard disk drives in a computer system. RAID stands for Redundant Array of Independent Disks, which is a technology used to combine multiple hard drives into a single logical unit. This enables users to improve the performance, reliability, and capacity of their computer storage systems.
In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 PCI E 2.0 X8 SAS RAID Controller with 512MB FBWC, including its features, benefits, and how it works.
Features
The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 PCI E 2.0 X8 SAS RAID Controller with 512MB FBWC is a high-performance storage solution that offers many advanced features. Here are some of the key features of this device:
- PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller is designed to work with the latest PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, which provides a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbps. This ensures that the device can handle large amounts of data quickly and efficiently.
- SAS/SATA connectivity: This RAID controller supports both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives. This provides flexibility for users who want to mix and match different types of hard drives in their storage system.
- RAID support: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller supports several RAID configurations, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, and RAID 50. This enables users to configure their storage system to meet their specific needs for performance, reliability, and capacity.
- 512MB flash-backed write cache (FBWC): The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller comes with a 512MB flash-backed write cache (FBWC) module, which provides a high-speed data buffer that can temporarily store write operations in case of a power loss or system failure. This helps to ensure data integrity and prevent data loss.
- Battery-backed cache upgrade: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller also supports an optional battery-backed cache upgrade, which provides additional protection against data loss in case of a power failure. This feature is particularly useful for users who are concerned about data integrity and want to ensure that their data is always safe and secure.
Benefits
The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller provides many benefits for users who want to improve the performance, reliability, and capacity of their storage system. Here are some of the key benefits of this device:
- Improved performance: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller is designed to provide high-speed data transfer rates, which can significantly improve the performance of a storage system. This is particularly important for users who work with large files or perform data-intensive tasks.
- Increased reliability: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller provides several advanced features that help to increase the reliability of a storage system. For example, the flash-backed write cache (FBWC) module and battery-backed cache upgrade provide protection against data loss in case of a power failure or system crash.
- Greater capacity: The HP 578230-B21 Smart Array P410 RAID Controller enables users to combine multiple hard drives into a single logical unit, which can significantly increase the storage capacity of a system. This is particularly important for users who work with large files or need to store a large amount of data.
General Information about the HP 578230-B21
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part Number or SKU# 578230-B21
- Type: Controller
- Sub -Type: SAS-SATA
Technical Information
- Product Type: SAS Raid Controller
- Interfaces: Serial Ata/150 , Serial Attached SCSI
- Bus Type: PCI Express 2.0 X8
- Data Transfer Rate: 300 MBPS
- Form Factor: Low-profile Plug-in Card
- Raid Levels: 0 , 1 , 5 , 10 , 50 , 1+0 , 5+0
- Standard Memory: 512 MB Ddr2 Sdram
- Drive Support: 12
- Ports: 2 X 32-pin Sff-8484 – Serial Attached SCSI Internal
Compatibility
- HP Proliant Dl Servers:
- dl160 G6 Server Series , Dl165 G6 Server Series , Dl170h G6 Server Series , Dl180 G6 Server Series , Dl185 G5 Server Series , Dl320 G6 Server Series , Dl360 G6 Server Series , Dl370 G6 Server Series , Dl380 G6 Server Series , Dl385 G5p Server Series , Dl385 G6 Server Series , Dl580 G5 Server Series , Dl585 G5 Server Series , Dl585 G6 Server Series
- HP Proliant Ml Servers:
- ml150 G6 Server Series , Ml310 G5p Server Series , Ml330 G6 Server Series , Ml350 G6 Server Series , Ml370 G6 Server Series
- HP Proliant Sl Scalable System:
- sl160z G6 Server Series , Sl165z G6 Server Series , Sl170z G6 Server Series , Sl2x170z G6 Server Series
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