Modulární řadič HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 12G SAS 836260-003

With 2 GB flash-backed write cache and 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity, the HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 delivers enterprise-grade RAID for ProLiant Gen10 servers.

Overview

The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 is a modular SAS/SATA RAID controller built for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. It features a Broadcom SAS3508 storage processor, 2 GB DDR4 flash-backed write cache, and eight internal SAS/SATA lanes via two x4 Mini-SAS HD connectors. The controller supports 12 Gb/s SAS and 6 Gb/s SATA drives, enabling high-performance storage configurations.

What stands out

• 2 GB flash-backed write cache protects data without a battery.
• Mixed Mode allows simultaneous RAID and HBA operation.
• Supports up to 200 physical drives with expanders.
• Advanced RAID levels including RAID 60 and 10 ADM.

Technical details

• Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8.
• Internal ports: 8 SAS/SATA lanes (2 x4 Mini-SAS HD).
• Supported drive interfaces: 12 Gb/s SAS, 6 Gb/s SATA.
• RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM.
• Cache: 2 GB DDR4 flash-backed write cache (FBWC).
• Storage processor: Broadcom SAS3508.
• Form factor: Type-a modular controller.
• Management: HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA).

Our verdict

A robust modular RAID controller for Gen10 servers, offering high performance, data protection, and flexibility in mixed storage environments.