HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Controller

HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Controller

804394-B21

Efficient and reliable, the HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Controller delivers essential RAID functionality for HPE Gen10 servers. Designed for performance and scalability with support for 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA drives.

Description

The HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Controller is an entry-level RAID solution that offers high-performance, data protection, and flexibility for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. With support for up to 8 internal SAS or SATA drives, it delivers 12Gb/s SAS connectivity, making it ideal for businesses seeking reliable storage performance at an affordable cost.

This controller features a PCIe 3.0 interface and uses the Smart Storage Battery to support Flash-backed write cache (FBWC), ensuring data safety during power loss. It’s a perfect choice for RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 environments, providing hardware RAID capabilities without compromising system performance.

Key Features:

  • Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8

  • Drive Support: Up to 8 SAS/SATA drives (12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA)

  • RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 5, 10

  • Form Factor: Internal Controller (Low-Profile)

  • Cache Memory: Optional 1GB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache)

  • Smart Storage Battery Support: Yes (required for FBWC)

  • Ideal For: Entry-level RAID with data protection and performance in SMB and enterprise environments

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