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HP 869102-001 SA E208i-a SATA/600 12Gb/s SAS PCIe Raid Controller
- HP Smart Array E208i-a RAID Controller
- Supports SATA and SAS drives
- Data transfer rate: 12Gb/s SAS
- Interface: PCIe Gen10
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6
- Entry-level enterprise RAID solution
- Part Number: 869102-001
- Suitable for basic RAID configurations
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Product Overview
The HP 869102-001 is a Smart Array E208i-a Gen10 RAID Controller. It provides essential RAID functionality for SATA/SAS drives at 12Gb/s via a PCIe interface, with support for common RAID levels.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Controller Model | HP Smart Array E208i-a |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 (Gen10) |
| Drive Support | SATA/SAS |
Additional Specifications
| SAS Speed | 12Gb/s |
| Cache Memory | No Cache (Controller relies on system memory or optional cache module) |
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5, 6 |
| HP Part Number | 869102-001 |
Product Description
The HP 869102-001 is an entry-level Smart Array RAID controller from Hewlett Packard Enterprise, designated as the E208i-a model. This controller is designed to provide fundamental RAID capabilities for servers, supporting both SATA and SAS drives at a speed of 12Gb/s per lane. It connects to the server's motherboard via a PCIe interface, typically PCIe 3.0 x8, making it compatible with a wide range of HP ProLiant Gen10 servers. Unlike higher-end Smart Array controllers, the E208i-a model often does not come with onboard cache memory. This means it relies on the server's main system memory or an optional cache module (if supported and purchased separately) to accelerate write operations. It supports essential RAID levels including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for balance), and RAID 6 (striping with dual parity for enhanced redundancy). This makes it suitable for basic data protection and performance needs. The 869102-001 is a cost-effective solution for businesses that require reliable storage configurations without the need for advanced features like large cache sizes or support for the highest RAID levels (e.g., RAID 50, 60). It ensures data integrity and provides a foundation for storage management in various server roles, from file servers to application servers where basic redundancy is sufficient.
