Description
Key Features and Benefits
The HPE 869103-002 Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS Modular Controller is a high-performance storage controller that provides several key features and benefits to enhance the storage capabilities of HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. Some of the key features and benefits of this controller include:
- High-Performance Storage: The P408i-a SR Gen10 controller provides 12G SAS connectivity, which enables high-speed data transfer and improved performance compared to traditional 6G SAS controllers.
- Increased Reliability: The controller includes an advanced data protection and data management features, such as advanced data protection and error recovery technology, to ensure the data integrity and reliability.
- Improved Data Security: The controller features hardware-based encryption and secure erase capability to enhance data security and protection.
- Increased Storage Capacity: The controller supports multiple drives in a single array, which enables increased storage capacity for large data sets.
- Easy Management and Maintenance: The controller provides easy management and maintenance with HPE Smart Storage Administrator (HPE SSA) and HPE System Management software, which enables monitoring and management of storage components from a single location.
- Improved Scalability: The controller is designed with scalability in mind, with the ability to expand storage capacity as needed, while also providing a cost-effective solution for growing storage requirements.
Performance Optimization
Here are some steps you can follow to optimize the performance of your HPE 869103-002 Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS Modular Controller:
- Use the latest firmware version: Ensure that you are using the latest firmware version for your controller. Updating the firmware can help improve performance and fix any known issues.
- Configure the cache settings: The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 has a 2GB cache that can be configured for read and write caching. You can configure the cache settings to optimize performance based on your application requirements.
- Use multiple drives in a RAID array: Using multiple drives in a RAID array can provide better performance than using a single drive. Depending on your data requirements, you can choose the appropriate RAID level (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, etc.) to meet your performance and data protection needs.
- Enable write-back caching: Write-back caching is a feature that allows data to be written to the cache before it is committed to disk. This can improve write performance by reducing disk access time.
- Check disk utilization: If disk utilization is high, consider adding more disk drives to your system to spread the load and improve performance.
- Monitor disk I/O performance: Regularly monitor disk I/O performance to identify any performance bottlenecks or other issues that may be affecting performance.
- Fine-tune your configuration: The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 supports a range of configuration options that can be used to fine-tune performance for specific applications. Work with your IT team to determine the optimal configuration for your specific needs.
Remember to back up your data regularly and test your configuration in a test environment before making any changes to your production systems.
Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers
The HPE 869103-002 Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS Modular Controller is compatible with the following HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers:
- HPE ProLiant DL20 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL160 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL180 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant ML30 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen10
- HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen10
It is recommended to check the official HPE website for the latest and complete list of compatible HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers.
General Information about this HPE 869103-002
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# 869103-002
- Device Type: Smart Array
Technical Information of HPE PCI-E Card
- Transfer Rate
- 12GBPS SAS Per Lane
- 6GBPS SATA Per Lane
- PCI-E 3.0 X8 Lane Width
- Form Factor Type-a Modular Controller
- Ports Internal: 8 SAS Lanes Across 2 X4 MINI-SAS Ports
- Cache 2 GB Flash-backed Write Cache
- Servers Supported
- HPE Proliant Dl360 Gen10
- HPE Proliant Dl560 Gen10
- Sata Speed 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 Adm, 10 Adm
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.
