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HP 726809-B21 H244br 2 x Ports 12GB/s SAS Smart PCIe 3.0 x8 HBA
- Interface: PCI Express (PCIe) 3.0 x8
- Data Transfer Rate: 12Gb/s SAS
- Ports: 2 x SAS Ports (Internal or External, depending on specific model variant)
- Controller Type: SAS HBA
- Form Factor: PCIe Add-in Card
- RAID Support: Basic RAID functionality (often requires additional software/drivers)
- Compatibility: Designed for HP ProLiant servers and other systems with PCIe x8 slots
- Smart Array Technology: Integrates HP's Smart Array features for enhanced management
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Product Overview
The HP 726809-B21 H244br is a 12Gb/s SAS Smart Host Bus Adapter (HBA). It features two SAS ports and utilizes a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, offering high-speed, reliable connectivity for direct-attached storage and storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Data Rate | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Ports | 2 x SAS |
| Controller Type | SAS HBA |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | PCIe Card |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | H244br |
| RAID Support | Basic |
Product Description
The HP 726809-B21, identified as the H244br Smart Host Bus Adapter (HBA), represents a significant advancement in SAS connectivity, offering a data transfer rate of 12Gb/s. This adapter is designed to provide high-speed and reliable access to storage devices, supporting both internal and external SAS configurations depending on the specific implementation and cabling used. Its dual-port design allows for greater flexibility in connecting multiple drives or storage enclosures. Leveraging the PCI Express (PCIe) 3.0 x8 interface, the H244br ensures that the full potential of the 12Gb/s SAS technology is realized, providing ample bandwidth to prevent I/O bottlenecks in demanding server environments. This makes it an excellent choice for applications requiring fast storage performance, such as databases, virtualization, and high-transaction processing systems. As a 'Smart' HBA, the 726809-B21 often integrates with HP's Smart Array management tools, offering enhanced monitoring, configuration, and diagnostic capabilities. While primarily functioning as an HBA, it may also support basic RAID levels (like RAID 0 and 1) for simple data redundancy or performance improvements, further enhancing its utility in various server configurations. This adapter is a key component for expanding storage capabilities and optimizing performance in HP ProLiant servers and other compatible systems.
