869081-B21 HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR 12G Gen10 Controller

HPE Smart Array P408i-a G10 (Gen 10) HPN: 869081-B21,869103-002,871040-001,871040-002,871040-004

• Brand: HPE
• Part #(s):869081-B21,869103-002,871040-001,871040-002,871040-004
• Specs:-
• ::Type: Server RAID controller
• ::Description: HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 Controller (LH - Low-Profile variant)
• ::Function: RAID/HBA Controller for internal server storage.
• ::Host Interface: PCI Express (PCIe) 3.0 x8 lane width.
• ::Form Factor: Type-a Modular Controller (occupies a dedicated server slot, not a standard PCIe slot).
• ::Storage Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS and 6 Gb/s SATA.
• ::Internal Ports: 8 SAS lanes across two x4 Mini-SAS ports.
• ::Cache: 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) for data protection and performance.
• ::RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, plus advanced RAID 1 ADM and 10 ADM.
• ::Operating Mode: Mixed Mode (supports both RAID and HBA functionality simultaneously).
• Compatibility:-
• ::HPE ProLiant DL160 Gen10
• ::HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10
• ::HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10
• ::HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10
• ::HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10
• ...extended compatibility list
• ::HPE ProLiant DL20 (G10+)
• ::HPE ProLiant DL325 (G10+)
• ::HPE ProLiant DL360 (G10+)
• ::HPE ProLiant DL365 (G10+)
• Condition: New
• Warranty: 1 (one) year Tekmart Africa warranty
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The SKU:869081-B21, (with other alternate multiple part numbers),is a part number for the HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 Controller, a high-performance, enterprise-class RAID controller designed for Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ProLiant Gen10 servers.

Its primary uses revolve around managing and optimizing the internal storage (HDDs and SSDs) within HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers by providing enterprise-class performance, reliability, and security.

The core functions of this controller are centered on data protection, performance enhancement, and flexible storage management for critical server workloads.

1. Data Protection via Hardware RAID

The most critical use is to create and manage Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) volumes. This protects data by distributing it across multiple physical drives, so if one drive fails, the data is not lost and the server can continue operating.

Supported RAID Levels: It supports a wide range of advanced RAID levels, including:-

• ::RAID 0 (Striping for max speed, no redundancy)
• ::RAID 1/10 (Mirroring for high redundancy)
• ::RAID 5/50 (Striping with Parity for good performance and redundancy)
• ::RAID 6/60 (Striping with Dual Parity for maximum redundancy against two drive failures).

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2. Enterprise Storage Performance

The controller acts as an accelerator to ensure fast and low-latency access to data for demanding applications.

• ::12 Gb/s SAS Connectivity: It supports the high-speed 12 Gb/s SAS interface, which maximizes data transfer rates between the controller and the drives.
• ::2 GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC): This large cache reduces latency for write-intensive applications (like databases and logging) by temporarily storing data before committing it to the slower drives. The "Flash-Backed" part ensures data integrity in case of power loss.
• ::SSD Optimization: Features like HPE SSD Smart Path and optional SmartCache enhance performance by creating faster I/O paths for read-intensive operations and caching "hot" (frequently accessed) data onto SSDs.

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3. Flexible and Advanced Storage Management

The P408i-a provides flexibility in how storage is configured:

• ::Mixed Mode Operation: It can run in Mixed Mode, allowing a single controller to operate as both a RAID controller (managing RAID arrays for critical data) and a Host Bus Adapter (HBA) (connecting drives directly to the OS for bulk storage or software-defined storage solutions) simultaneously.
• ::Drive Compatibility: It connects and manages both SAS and SATA drives (HDDs and SSDs) on the same controller.

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4. Security and Monitoring

It includes features to secure data and proactively manage drive health:

• ::HPE Smart Array SR Secure Encryption: (Optional License) Protects data-at-rest by encrypting all data stored on the drives connected to the controller.
• ::HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge: Monitors the health and remaining lifespan of connected SSDs, alerting administrators to potential failures before they occur.