HPE Smart Array E208I-A 12GB/S SAS 6GB/S SATA PCI Express 3.0 X8 Link Modular Controller GEN10 804329-001

Interface

The HPE Smart Array E208I-A Modular Controller is equipped with a powerful interface that supports both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) technologies. This versatile interface provides users with a wide range of benefits and capabilities, making it an essential feature for any storage solution.

Enhanced Performance and Scalability

By supporting both SAS and SATA, the E208I-A Modular Controller offers enhanced performance and scalability options. SAS drives are known for their high-speed data transfer rates and reliable performance, making them ideal for demanding applications that require fast access to data. SATA drives, on the other hand, are more cost-effective and offer ample storage capacity, making them suitable for less demanding workloads.

With the ability to connect both SAS and SATA drives to the controller, users have the flexibility to choose the storage solution that best suits their needs. They can mix and match drive types based on their performance, capacity, and budget requirements. This flexibility allows for optimal resource allocation and ensures that users can build a storage infrastructure that can scale with their growing needs.

Improved Data Availability

Another key benefit of the SAS and SATA interface is improved data availability. SAS drives typically have built-in redundancy features such as dual-ported connections and hot-swappable capabilities. These features enable seamless failover in case of a drive failure, ensuring uninterrupted access to critical data.

SATA drives may not have the same level of redundancy as SAS drives, but they still provide reliable data storage capabilities. The E208I-A Modular Controller's support for SATA drives allows users to leverage the cost-effectiveness of SATA technology while still maintaining data availability through other means such as RAID configurations.

Flexible Configuration Options

The ability to support both SAS and SATA drives also offers users flexible configuration options. The E208I-A Modular Controller supports various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10. Users can choose the RAID level that best suits their performance, capacity, and data protection requirements.

By combining SAS and SATA drives in different RAID configurations, users can optimize their storage infrastructure for different workloads. For example, they can configure SAS drives in a RAID 10 setup to achieve high performance and data redundancy for critical applications, while using SATA drives in a RAID 5 configuration for less critical data storage needs.

PCI Express Version

The HPE Smart Array E208I-A Modular Controller features a PCI Express Version 3.0 interface. This advanced interface provides users with numerous benefits and is crucial for achieving optimal performance and compatibility.

Enhanced Data Transfer Speeds

PCI Express Version 3.0 offers significantly higher data transfer speeds compared to its predecessors. With a bandwidth of up to 8 gigatransfers per second (GT/s) per lane, the E208I-A Modular Controller can deliver exceptional performance in data-intensive applications.

The increased data transfer speeds offered by PCI Express Version 3.0 enable faster access to stored data, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. This is especially beneficial for applications that require real-time data processing or involve large file transfers.

Future-Proofing

By supporting the latest PCI Express version, the E208I-A Modular Controller ensures compatibility with modern server architectures and future-proofing for upcoming technologies. As the industry continues to evolve, newer server platforms may only support the latest PCI Express standards. Having a controller that supports PCI Express Version 3.0 guarantees seamless integration with these future systems.

Furthermore, the E208I-A Modular Controller's PCI Express interface allows for easy installation and replacement in compatible servers. Server administrators can simply plug the controller into an available PCIe slot without any additional adapters or complex configurations, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance.

Scalability and Expansion

The PCI Express Version 3.0 interface also offers scalability and expansion options for users. The E208I-A Modular Controller can be used in systems with multiple PCIe slots, allowing for the installation of additional controllers or expansion cards. This enables users to scale their storage infrastructure as their needs grow and add specialized functionality through other PCIe devices.

The high bandwidth provided by PCI Express Version 3.0 ensures that the E208I-A Modular Controller can handle the increased data transfer requirements of multiple controllers or expansion cards without any performance bottlenecks.

Data Transfer Rate

The HPE Smart Array E208I-A Modular Controller boasts an impressive data transfer rate of 12GB/s for SAS drives and 6GB/s for SATA drives. This high data transfer rate is crucial for achieving optimal storage performance and ensuring efficient data handling.

Fast and Reliable Data Transfer

The 12GB/s SAS and 6GB/s SATA data transfer rates of the E208I-A Modular Controller enable fast and reliable data transfers between the controller and connected drives. This is particularly important in applications that involve large datasets, such as data analytics, database management, or content creation.

With faster data transfer rates, users can reduce the time it takes to access and process stored information. This improves overall system performance, enhances productivity, and minimizes potential bottlenecks that can occur when dealing with large volumes of data.

Compatibility with High-Speed Drives

The high data transfer rates supported by the E208I-A Modular Controller make it compatible with high-speed SAS and SATA drives. These drives are specifically designed to take advantage of the increased bandwidth provided by the controller, ensuring optimal performance.

High-speed SAS drives are built for demanding applications that require rapid access to data, such as online transaction processing or virtualization. The E208I-A Modular Controller's support for 12GB/s SAS drives allows users to fully utilize the capabilities of these high-performance storage devices.

Similarly, the 6GB/s SATA data transfer rate supported by the controller ensures compatibility with modern SATA drives. This enables users to benefit from the cost-effectiveness and ample storage capacity offered by SATA technology without sacrificing performance.

Efficient Storage Solutions

The high data transfer rate of the E208I-A Modular Controller also enables efficient storage solutions, such as RAID configurations. RAID arrays distribute data across multiple drives, improving fault tolerance, data redundancy, and overall system performance.

With the controller's fast data transfer rate, users can build RAID configurations that deliver exceptional performance and reliability. The increased bandwidth allows for faster synchronization of data across drives, reducing the time it takes to rebuild a failed drive in a RAID array and minimizing the risk of data loss.

Compatibility

The HPE Smart Array E208I-A Modular Controller is specifically designed for compatibility with GEN10 servers. This compatibility ensures seamless integration with HPE's latest server platforms, offering users a range of benefits and ensuring optimal performance.

Optimized Performance

The E208I-A Modular Controller's compatibility with GEN10 servers allows for optimized performance in these specific server environments. HPE GEN10 servers are engineered to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability, and the controller is designed to leverage these capabilities fully.

By utilizing the E208I-A Modular Controller in a GEN10 server, users can take advantage of advanced server features such as increased memory capacity, faster processors, and enhanced I/O capabilities. This results in improved overall system performance and responsiveness, enabling users to handle demanding workloads with ease.

Seamless Integration

The compatibility between the E208I-A Modular Controller and GEN10 servers ensures seamless integration and easy deployment. The controller is specifically designed to fit into the server's architecture, allowing for straightforward installation and configuration.

Server administrators can simply connect the controller to an available PCIe slot in the GEN10 server, without the need for additional adapters or complex setup procedures. This simplifies the deployment process, minimizes potential compatibility issues, and reduces downtime during installation.

Centralized Management

The E208I-A Modular Controller's compatibility with GEN10 servers also enables centralized management and monitoring of storage resources. HPE's server management tools, such as HPE Intelligent Provisioning and HPE OneView, provide a unified interface for managing various server components, including storage controllers.

Users can leverage these management tools to efficiently configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the E208I-A Modular Controller within a GEN10 server environment. This centralized approach simplifies storage management, improves operational efficiency, and reduces the risk of errors or inconsistencies.

Part Number

The HPE Smart Array E208I-A Modular Controller is identified by its unique part number, 804329-001. This part number serves as a crucial identifier for users when ordering or searching for specific controller models.

Accurate Ordering

The part number 804329-001 ensures accurate ordering of the E208I-A Modular Controller. With numerous storage controllers available on the market, having a specific part number allows users to quickly identify and select the correct model for their needs.

When placing an order for the controller, users can simply provide the part number to ensure that they receive the exact model they require. This eliminates any confusion or potential errors that may arise from using generic descriptions or other identification methods.

Easy Replacement

The part number also facilitates easy replacement of the E208I-A Modular Controller in case of failure or the need for an upgrade. By referencing the part number, users can quickly identify the correct replacement model and avoid compatibility issues.

When a controller fails or requires an upgrade, server administrators can simply order a new E208I-A Modular Controller with the part number 804329-001. This ensures that the replacement controller is identical to the original one, allowing for a seamless swap without any additional configuration or compatibility concerns.

Documentation and Support

The part number 804329-001 serves as a reference point for documentation and support resources related to the E208I-A Modular Controller. Users can easily find product manuals, technical specifications, firmware updates, and other relevant information by searching for the part number.

HPE's support team can also provide more accurate assistance and troubleshooting guidance when users provide the part number. This ensures that users receive the most relevant and up-to-date support for their specific controller model, enhancing the overall user experience.