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HP 726783-B21 Smart Array P741M 2G FBWC 12GB 4-Ports
- 12Gb/s SAS interface speed
- 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
- 4 external SAS ports
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Designed for HP ProLiant Gen8 and later servers
- Provides advanced data protection and performance enhancement
- Includes battery backup for FBWC
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Key specifications
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- HP Smart Array P741M
- Interface
- 12Gb/s SAS
- Cache
- 2GB FBWC
- Ports
- 4 External SAS
- RAID Support
- 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Form Factor
- Mezzanine/PCIe (specific to server model)
Product details
The HP 726783-B21 Smart Array P741M is a high-performance storage controller designed for HP ProLiant servers. It features 2GB of Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) and supports 12Gb/s SAS connectivity across 4 ports, enabling advanced data management and high throughput.
Technical Information
| Controller Type | HP Smart Array P741M |
| Interface | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Cache | 2GB FBWC |
Additional Specifications
| Ports | 4 External SAS |
| RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Form Factor | Mezzanine/PCIe (specific to server model) |
Description
The HP Smart Array P741M, identified by SKU 726783-B21, is a sophisticated storage controller engineered to deliver exceptional performance and data integrity for HP ProLiant server environments. This controller boasts a 12Gb/s SAS interface, providing significantly faster data transfer rates compared to previous generations, which is crucial for I/O-intensive applications and large datasets. The inclusion of 2GB of Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) is a key feature, as it accelerates write operations by temporarily storing data in fast flash memory before committing it to slower disk drives. This cache is protected by a battery backup unit (BBU) or capacitor, ensuring that data is not lost in the event of a power failure. With four external SAS ports, the P741M offers extensive connectivity options, allowing administrators to connect a wide array of external storage devices, such as disk enclosures and tape libraries. This flexibility enables scalable storage solutions tailored to specific business needs. The controller supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing options for performance optimization, data redundancy, or a combination of both. This versatility ensures that businesses can configure their storage to meet their unique requirements for speed, fault tolerance, and capacity. Designed primarily for HP ProLiant Gen8 and later server platforms, the Smart Array P741M integrates seamlessly into the HP ecosystem. Its advanced features, such as intelligent data management, drive health monitoring, and online RAID level migration, contribute to a more reliable and efficient storage infrastructure. This controller is an ideal choice for organizations that require high-performance, scalable, and resilient storage solutions to support critical business applications, virtualization, and large-scale data processing.
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