726757-B21 - HP Smart Array 12GB/s Dual Port PCI-Express 3.0 X8 SAS Smart Host Bus Adapter

Description

The HP 726757-B21 is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide robust and efficient connectivity for SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) storage devices. Featuring dual ports, it allows for redundant connections or the expansion of storage capacity in servers and workstations. The 12Gb/s SAS interface speed ensures that data can be transferred rapidly between the host system and storage devices, making it suitable for demanding I/O workloads such as databases, virtualization, and large file transfers. This HBA utilizes the PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, offering a substantial bandwidth of up to 8 GT/s per lane, which translates to high throughput for storage operations. The x8 physical and electrical connection ensures that the HBA can fully leverage the capabilities of the PCIe 3.0 bus, minimizing bottlenecks. Its design as a Smart HBA means it offers advanced features beyond a basic HBA, potentially including enhanced management capabilities and support for RAID configurations through software or firmware, though it primarily functions as a direct connection adapter. Ideal for environments that require reliable and fast access to storage, the HP 726757-B21 is a key component for building scalable and high-performance storage solutions. It supports a wide range of SAS and SATA drives, providing flexibility in storage configuration. The dual-port design enhances data availability and fault tolerance, critical for enterprise-level applications where uptime is essential.

Condition: Refurbished