729636-001 - HP Smart Array P431/zm 6GB/sec PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Low Profile SAS Controller Card Only

Description

The HP 729636-001 Smart Array controller represents a significant advancement in storage connectivity for HP ProLiant servers. It boasts a 6Gb/s SAS interface, providing double the throughput of previous 3Gb/s controllers, and utilizes a high-bandwidth PCIe 3.0 x8 connection for optimal data flow between the controller and the server's motherboard. This combination ensures rapid data access and efficient handling of demanding workloads. This controller offers comprehensive RAID support, including the foundational RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations, as well as more advanced options like RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 50, and RAID 60. RAID 6, in particular, provides an extra level of data protection by allowing for two simultaneous drive failures without data loss, making it ideal for mission-critical applications and large storage arrays. The controller is designed to work with HP's Smart Array family of drives and options. For enhanced performance and data protection, the 729636-001 is often paired with optional cache modules, such as Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) or Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC). These modules protect cached data in the event of a power loss, ensuring data integrity and improving write performance. This controller is a robust solution for businesses requiring high availability, advanced data protection, and superior storage performance from their HP ProLiant servers.

Condition: Refurbished