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HP 127695-B21 Smart Array 431 Ultra3 PCI 64-Bit RAID Controller Card
- Ultra3 (Ultra160 SCSI) interface.
- PCI 64-Bit form factor.
- Smart Array 431 controller.
- Hardware RAID for performance and reliability.
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10.
- Designed for HP ProLiant servers.
- Provides advanced data management features.
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Key specifications
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- Ultra3 (Ultra160 SCSI)
- Bus Type
- PCI 64-Bit
- Controller Model
- Smart Array 431
- RAID Levels Supported
- 0, 1, 5, 10
- Form Factor
- PCI Card
Product details
The HP 127695-B21 Smart Array 431 is an Ultra3 PCI RAID controller card. It provides hardware-based RAID capabilities for enhanced data protection and performance, supporting multiple drive configurations.
Technical Information
| Interface | Ultra3 (Ultra160 SCSI) |
| Bus Type | PCI 64-Bit |
| Controller Model | Smart Array 431 |
Additional Specifications
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Form Factor | PCI Card |
Description
The HP 127695-B21, also known as the Smart Array 431, is a high-performance RAID controller card designed to enhance the storage capabilities of HP ProLiant servers. It utilizes the Ultra3 (Ultra160 SCSI) interface, offering significantly improved data transfer rates compared to previous SCSI generations, which is crucial for I/O-intensive applications and large datasets. The card employs a 64-bit PCI bus, ensuring ample bandwidth for communication with the server's motherboard and connected storage devices. As a hardware RAID controller, the Smart Array 431 offloads RAID processing from the server's CPU, leading to better overall system performance and responsiveness. It supports essential RAID levels including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for a balance of performance and redundancy), and RAID 10 (striped mirrors for both performance and redundancy). This flexibility allows administrators to configure storage arrays that best meet their specific requirements for data protection, availability, and speed. This controller is an integral part of HP's storage strategy, providing a reliable and scalable solution for managing internal disk arrays. Its robust feature set, combined with HP's renowned reliability, makes the 127695-B21 a solid choice for businesses looking to optimize their server storage infrastructure, ensuring data integrity and high availability for critical business operations.
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