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HP 188044-B21 Wide Ultra2 SCSI 8MB PCI Raid Controller
- Wide Ultra2 SCSI interface for connecting multiple SCSI devices.
- 8MB cache memory for improved data transfer rates.
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 5.
- PCI interface for server integration.
- Provides hardware RAID for enhanced data redundancy.
- Designed for high-availability server environments.
- Includes necessary cabling and mounting hardware.
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Product Overview
The HP 188044-B21 is a Wide Ultra2 SCSI RAID controller designed to provide reliable storage management for servers. It offers enhanced data protection and performance for SCSI-based storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Interface | Wide Ultra2 SCSI |
| Cache Memory | 8MB |
Additional Specifications
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5 |
| Bus Type | PCI |
Product Description
The HP 188044-B21 Wide Ultra2 SCSI RAID Controller is a legacy storage solution that was integral to many server infrastructures requiring robust SCSI connectivity. This controller was designed to manage multiple SCSI hard drives, offering hardware-based RAID capabilities to enhance data reliability and performance. Its Wide Ultra2 SCSI interface allowed for the connection of a larger number of devices and provided higher transfer speeds compared to earlier SCSI standards. With 8MB of cache memory, the controller could buffer data operations, leading to improved read and write performance for the connected storage array. It supported essential RAID levels, including RAID 0 for striping (performance), RAID 1 for mirroring (redundancy), and RAID 5 for striping with parity (balanced performance and redundancy). This made it suitable for applications where data integrity and availability were crucial, such as file servers, application servers, and early database systems. Designed for integration into PCI-based server slots, the HP 188044-B21 was a common choice for HP and other server manufacturers during its era. It provided a cost-effective way to implement hardware RAID, offloading the processing from the main CPU and ensuring consistent performance. While superseded by newer technologies like SAS and SATA, this controller represents a significant step in the evolution of server storage management.
