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HP 823852-B21 SA E208i-a SATA/600 12Gb/s SAS PCIe Raid Controller
- SATA/600 12Gb/s SAS interface for high-speed storage.
- PCIe interface for server connectivity.
- Entry-level RAID controller with RAID 0 and 1 support.
- Designed for HP ProLiant servers.
- Provides basic data redundancy and performance enhancement.
- Integrated controller for internal drive management.
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Product Overview
The HP 823852-B21 is a Smart Array RAID controller designed for entry-level to mid-range servers, offering SATA/600 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and basic data protection features.
Technical Information
| Interface | SATA/600, 12Gb/s SAS |
| PCIe Interface | Yes |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1 |
Additional Specifications
| Controller Type | Smart Array E208i-a |
| Form Factor | Internal |
Product Description
The HP 823852-B21, known as the Smart Array E208i-a, is an integrated RAID controller that provides essential storage connectivity and data protection for HP ProLiant servers. It supports SATA/600 and 12Gb/s SAS interfaces, allowing for high-speed data transfer rates that are suitable for a variety of server workloads. The 'a' in its designation typically indicates an 'advanced' or 'array' configuration, suggesting its role in managing internal storage arrays. This controller offers basic RAID functionality, supporting RAID 0 (striping for performance) and RAID 1 (mirroring for data redundancy). This makes it a cost-effective solution for businesses that need to protect against single drive failures while also gaining some performance benefits. It is designed to manage internal drives directly connected to the server's motherboard or via a backplane, simplifying the storage configuration for entry-level and mid-range server deployments. As part of HP's Smart Array family, the E208i-a controller benefits from HP's rigorous testing and integration within the ProLiant server ecosystem. It provides a reliable foundation for managing storage, ensuring data availability and integrity for critical business applications. Administrators can leverage HP's management tools to configure, monitor, and maintain the storage arrays managed by this controller.
