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HP 804397-001 SA E208i-a SATA/600 12Gb/s SAS PCIe Raid Controller
- RAID Controller: HP Smart Array E208i-a
- Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8
- Drive Support: SATA and SAS
- Data Transfer Rate: 12Gb/s SAS, SATA/600
- RAID Levels: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
- Form Factor: Plug-in card
- Features 'a' for Advanced model capabilities.
- Ideal for entry-level to mainstream server storage.
- Provides data protection and performance enhancement for connected drives.
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Product Overview
This is an HP 804397-001 Smart Array E208i-a RAID controller. It is a PCIe Gen3 controller supporting SATA/600 and 12Gb/s SAS interfaces, featuring an 'a' configuration indicating it's an 'Advanced' model with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | Smart Array E208i-a |
| Interface | PCIe Gen3 x8 |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Interface | SAS, SATA |
| SAS Speed | 12Gb/s |
| SATA Speed | SATA/600 (6Gb/s) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
Product Description
The HP 804397-001, identified as the Smart Array E208i-a, is a versatile PCIe Gen3 RAID controller designed to enhance and protect storage in HP ProLiant servers. This 'a' model signifies its advanced capabilities, offering support for essential RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, and 10, which cater to a wide range of performance and data redundancy requirements. With support for both 12Gb/s SAS and SATA/600 (6Gb/s) interfaces, the E208i-a provides flexible connectivity options for a variety of hard drives and SSDs. Its PCIe Gen3 x8 interface ensures high bandwidth communication with the server's motherboard, minimizing potential bottlenecks and maximizing storage performance. This makes it suitable for both entry-level and mainstream server deployments. This controller is crucial for businesses looking to improve storage reliability through RAID configurations, offering protection against drive failures and optimizing read/write performance. The Smart Array E208i-a is a cost-effective solution for managing server storage, providing essential data protection and performance features without compromising on compatibility with HP's server ecosystem.
