HP 836277-002 SPS-PCA, NROC P408i-c SR M83C Ctrlr

Description

The HP 836277-002 is a System PCA (Printed Circuit Assembly) featuring the HP Smart Array P408i-c SR controller. This controller card is a sophisticated piece of hardware designed to manage and enhance storage performance and reliability within HP server environments. The 'c' in P408i-c typically denotes a 'controller' form factor, often designed for specific server chassis integration, while 'SR' might indicate specific feature sets or support levels. This controller supports both Non-RAID (HBA mode) and RAID configurations, offering flexibility for various storage needs. It is capable of managing SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives, allowing for a mix of high-performance SAS drives and cost-effective SATA drives. The NROC designation highlights its ability to function as a simple Host Bus Adapter (HBA) for direct drive access or as a full-fledged RAID controller for data redundancy and performance optimization through various RAID levels. Utilizing a PCIe interface, the P408i-c SR controller ensures high-speed communication with the server's motherboard. It is a critical component for enterprise-level storage solutions, providing features such as data striping, mirroring, and parity for fault tolerance and improved read/write speeds. This card is essential for servers requiring robust storage management capabilities.

Condition: Refurbished