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HP 804328-B21 Smart Array E208i-a SR Gen10 Storage Controller (RAID)
- Controller Type: Smart Array E208i-a SR Gen10
- Interface: SAS/SATA
- Form Factor: Internal
- RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 10, 5, 50
- Drive Support: Up to 8 SAS or SATA drives
- Connectivity: 8 internal SAS/SATA lanes
- Generation: Gen10
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Product Overview
The HP 804328-B21 is a Smart Array E208i-a SR Gen10 Storage Controller, designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. This internal controller provides RAID functionality for SAS and SATA drives, offering a balance of performance, reliability, and capacity. It supports advanced RAID levels and is suitable for a variety of storage configurations.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Controller |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | 804328-B21 (Smart Array E208i-a SR Gen10) |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SAS/SATA |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50 |
Product Description
The HPE Smart Array E208i-a SR Gen10 is an entry-level, internal RAID controller designed to provide essential storage performance and data protection for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. It supports up to 8 SAS or SATA drives, offering flexibility for various storage needs. This controller is ideal for direct-attached storage configurations where reliable RAID functionality is required without the complexity of external storage arrays. It offers support for RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, and 50, allowing users to configure their storage for optimal performance, data redundancy, or a balance of both. The controller utilizes SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 6Gb/s interfaces, ensuring adequate data transfer speeds for many business applications. Its 'a' designation typically indicates an 'Advanced' controller with more features than basic models, and 'SR' signifies 'Software RAID' capabilities, though it's a hardware-assisted solution. Integration with HPE's management ecosystem, including HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA), simplifies setup, configuration, and monitoring. The E208i-a SR Gen10 is a cost-effective solution for businesses looking to enhance the reliability and performance of their server storage. It is a crucial component for ensuring data availability and integrity in small to medium-sized business environments or for specific workloads within larger enterprises.
