413741-B21 - HP Smart Array P400i PCI Express x8 SAS RAID Controller with 256MB Cache for ProLiant DL360 G5 Server

Description

The HP 413741-B21 is a Smart Array RAID controller designed to provide robust storage solutions for HP ProLiant servers. It features a PCI Express (PCIe) interface, ensuring high-speed communication with the server's motherboard and enabling efficient data transfer. The controller supports both SATA/150 and the faster 3Gb/s SAS interfaces, offering flexibility in connecting various types of storage drives, from cost-effective SATA drives to high-performance SAS drives. Equipped with 256MB of cache memory, this controller significantly enhances storage performance by buffering write operations and improving read access times. This cache memory is crucial for accelerating I/O-intensive applications and ensuring smooth operation under heavy workloads. The controller also provides hardware-based RAID capabilities, supporting essential RAID levels such as RAID 0 (for performance), RAID 1 (for mirroring), RAID 5 (for balanced performance and redundancy), and RAID 10 (for striped mirrors). This allows for the creation of reliable and high-performing storage arrays. As part of HP's Smart Array family, the 413741-B21 is engineered for reliability and seamless integration into HP server environments. It offers advanced data protection features and performance optimizations, making it a suitable choice for businesses seeking to enhance their storage infrastructure, ensure data integrity, and improve the overall efficiency of their server operations.

Condition: Refurbished