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HP 462832-B21 Smart Array 3Gb/s SAS 512MB PCIe x8 Raid Controller
- HP Smart Array controller
- 3Gb/s SAS interface speed
- 512MB cache memory
- PCIe x8 interface
- Supports SAS drives
- Provides RAID functionality (0, 1, 10, 5, 6)
- Enhances data protection and storage performance
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Product Overview
The HP 462832-B21 is a Smart Array 3Gb/s SAS 512MB PCIe x8 RAID Controller. This card enables servers to manage multiple SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) drives, offering data redundancy and performance improvements through RAID configurations. It features 512MB of cache memory and connects via a PCIe x8 interface.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Brand | HP Smart Array |
| Interface | 3Gb/s SAS |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | PCIe x8 |
| Cache Memory | 512MB |
| Supported Drives | SAS |
Product Description
The HP 462832-B21 is a Smart Array RAID controller designed to enhance the storage capabilities of HP ProLiant servers. It operates on a 3Gb/s SAS interface, providing a reliable and efficient connection for multiple SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) hard drives. This controller is crucial for implementing RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations, which are essential for data protection and performance optimization in server environments. Equipped with 512MB of onboard cache memory, the controller significantly accelerates storage operations by buffering data during read and write requests. This cache helps to smooth out performance bottlenecks, especially in environments with heavy I/O demands. The card utilizes a PCIe x8 interface, ensuring high-bandwidth communication with the server's motherboard, which is vital for maximizing the performance of connected SAS drives. The 462832-B21 supports various RAID levels, typically including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 10 (striped mirrors), RAID 5 (striping with parity), and RAID 6 (striping with dual parity). These configurations allow administrators to balance storage needs for performance, data redundancy, or a combination of both, depending on the specific application requirements. It is a foundational component for building reliable and high-performing storage solutions within HP server infrastructure.
