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A9826A - HP Smart Array 5304 64-bit 66MHz PCI Ultra-160 SCSI RAID Controller with 256MB Cache
- Smart Array Ultra160 SCSI PCI RAID Controller
- 256MB Cache Memory
- Supports RAID Levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- PCI Interface
- Advanced data protection and performance
- Hot-plug drive support
- Ideal for demanding enterprise environments
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Interface
- Ultra160 SCSI, PCI
- Cache Memory
- 256MB
- RAID Levels Supported
- 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Controller Type
- Smart Array RAID Controller
- Form Factor
- PCI Add-in Card
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Product details
HP Smart Array 5304 / 128 MB Cache Controller for Windows® (internal storage only)
Technical Information
| Interface | Ultra160 SCSI, PCI |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
Additional Specifications
| Controller Type | Smart Array RAID Controller |
| Form Factor | PCI Add-in Card |
Description
The HP A9826A Smart Array controller represents a significant step up in storage management for enterprise environments, leveraging the Ultra160 SCSI interface for high-speed data throughput. This PCI-based controller is designed to provide robust data protection and enhanced performance for critical server applications. With a substantial 256MB of cache memory, the A9826A controller accelerates RAID operations, including parity calculations for RAID 5 and RAID 6, leading to superior performance in both read and write-intensive workloads. It supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels, from basic mirroring (RAID 1) to advanced configurations like RAID 60 (striping of RAID 0 sets of RAID 6 arrays), offering flexibility to meet diverse storage requirements. This controller is a key component for ensuring data availability and integrity. It facilitates features such as online RAID level migration, online capacity expansion, and hot-plug drive support, allowing for storage upgrades and maintenance without server downtime. Its integration into HP ProLiant servers ensures compatibility and optimized performance for demanding enterprise storage needs.
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