HPE 836260-001 Smart Array P408I-A SR GEN10 12GBPS SAS 8 Lane 2GB FBWC Modular Controller

Interface: 12GBPS SAS

Enhanced Data Transfer Speed

The HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller is equipped with a cutting-edge 12GBPS SAS interface, providing users with a significant boost in data transfer speed. This high-speed interface enables faster access to data stored on the controller, resulting in improved overall system performance.

Efficient Workloads Handling

With the 12GBPS SAS interface, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller can handle demanding workloads with ease. It ensures smooth and efficient data processing, allowing users to run resource-intensive applications without experiencing performance bottlenecks or delays.

Reduced Latency

The 12GBPS SAS interface offers reduced latency, minimizing the time it takes for data to travel between the controller and the connected devices. This low latency is crucial for real-time applications and high-performance computing environments where even the slightest delay can have a significant impact on productivity and user experience.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

By supporting the 12GBPS SAS interface, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller offers scalability and future-proofing capabilities. Users can easily expand their storage infrastructure by adding more devices that utilize this interface. Additionally, as technology advances and faster storage devices become available, this controller will be able to accommodate them, ensuring long-term compatibility and investment protection.

Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure

The 12GBPS SAS interface is widely supported by various storage devices and systems, making it compatible with existing infrastructure. This compatibility allows users to seamlessly integrate the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller into their current setup without the need for extensive modifications or upgrades.

Improved Storage Performance

One of the key benefits of the 12GBPS SAS interface is its ability to significantly improve storage performance. With faster data transfer rates, users can experience reduced file access times, faster backup and restore operations, and quicker data replication. This enhanced storage performance translates into increased productivity and efficiency for businesses.

Lanes: 8

Increased Bandwidth

The HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller features 8 lanes, providing users with increased bandwidth for data transmission. Each lane represents a separate data pathway, allowing for parallel data transfer and higher overall throughput.

Optimized Data Flow

With 8 lanes, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller optimizes the data flow between the controller and the connected devices. This optimized data flow ensures that multiple data streams can be processed simultaneously, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall system performance.

Support for Multiple Devices

The 8 lanes on the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller enable support for multiple devices. Users can connect multiple storage drives or arrays to the controller, leveraging the increased bandwidth provided by each lane. This flexibility allows for efficient storage expansion and improved data management capabilities.

High-Speed Data Transfer

By utilizing 8 lanes, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller achieves high-speed data transfer rates. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require rapid access to large amounts of data, such as database servers or virtualized environments. The increased bandwidth ensures that data can be transmitted quickly and efficiently, minimizing wait times and maximizing productivity.

Reduced Data Bottlenecks

With 8 lanes, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller reduces data bottlenecks that can occur when multiple devices are connected. Each lane can handle a specific stream of data, preventing congestion and ensuring smooth data flow. This is especially important in high-demand scenarios where multiple users or applications are accessing storage simultaneously.

Improved Performance for RAID Configurations

The 8 lanes on the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller offer enhanced performance for RAID configurations. RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) setups require efficient data distribution across multiple drives for redundancy and improved performance. With 8 lanes, the controller can distribute data evenly and effectively, resulting in optimized RAID performance.

Cache: 2GB FBWC

Accelerated Data Access

The HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller is equipped with a generous 2GB FBWC (Flash-Backed Write Cache), which plays a crucial role in accelerating data access. The cache acts as a temporary storage buffer for frequently accessed data, allowing for faster retrieval and reducing the reliance on slower mechanical hard drives.

Improved Read and Write Performance

The 2GB FBWC significantly improves both read and write performance of the controller. By caching frequently accessed data in the high-speed memory, read operations can be completed more quickly, resulting in reduced latency and faster response times. Additionally, write operations can be initially stored in the cache before being written to the disk, providing a noticeable performance boost.

Data Protection and Reliability

The FBWC feature of the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller offers data protection and reliability benefits. In the event of a power loss or system failure, the cache's contents are preserved by the flash-backed technology, ensuring that no data is lost or corrupted. This protection mechanism provides peace of mind to users, knowing that their critical data is safeguarded even in unexpected circumstances.

Optimized I/O Operations

With the 2GB FBWC, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller optimizes I/O (Input/Output) operations. The cache efficiently manages data requests, prioritizing frequently accessed data and minimizing disk access. This optimization leads to improved overall system performance and responsiveness, particularly in environments with heavy I/O workloads.

Increased Virtualization Performance

The 2GB FBWC enhances virtualization performance by reducing latency and improving data access speed. In virtualized environments where multiple virtual machines access shared storage resources, the cache helps to minimize contention and improve responsiveness. This translates into smoother virtual machine operations and better user experiences.

Efficient Disk Utilization

By utilizing the 2GB FBWC, the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller enables more efficient disk utilization. The cache allows for data to be temporarily stored and processed before being written to disk, reducing unnecessary disk activity and prolonging the lifespan of mechanical hard drives. This efficient utilization of disk resources can lead to cost savings and increased storage efficiency.

Part Number: 836260-001

Easy Identification and Ordering

The HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller's part number, 836260-001, serves as an essential identifier for this specific product model. It simplifies the ordering process, ensuring that users can easily locate and purchase the correct controller for their storage infrastructure needs.

Compatibility Verification

With the part number 836260-001, users can quickly verify the compatibility of the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller with their existing hardware and software configurations. This eliminates any uncertainty or guesswork and allows users to confidently integrate the controller into their infrastructure without concerns about compatibility issues.

Efficient Warranty and Support Services

The part number is crucial for warranty and support services. It enables users to register their HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller for warranty coverage and ensures that they receive the appropriate level of support for their specific product model. Having the correct part number readily available simplifies the process of seeking assistance or obtaining replacement parts if necessary.

Seamless Replacement and Upgrades

In scenarios where replacement or upgrades are required, the part number 836260-001 facilitates a seamless transition. Users can easily identify and order the exact model they need, ensuring compatibility and minimizing downtime. This streamlined process saves time and effort, allowing users to quickly restore or enhance their storage infrastructure.

Documentation and Technical Resources

The part number serves as a reference point for accessing documentation and technical resources related to the HPE P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller. By providing the part number, users can access manuals, guides, firmware updates, and other valuable resources specific to this controller model. This information is essential for optimal setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.

Product Lifecycle Management

The part number plays a critical role in product lifecycle management. It allows manufacturers and vendors to track inventory levels, monitor sales performance, and plan for future product releases or updates. By utilizing the part number 836260-001, HPE can effectively manage the lifecycle of the P408I-A SR GEN10 Modular Controller, ensuring ongoing availability and support for customers.