HP AD397A-LP Smart Array P400 8-Channel SAS PCI Express 256MB Cache (BBWC) Low Profile RAID Controll...

SKU AD397A-LP

Brand HP

8-Channel SAS RAID Controller.
Low Profile (LP) form factor.
256MB Cache Memory.
Supports Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC).
Provides RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60.
Enhances data redundancy and fault tolerance.
Improves storage performance for demanding applications.
Designed for HP ProLiant servers.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: RAID Controller Card
Interface: SAS
Channels: 8
Cache: 256MB
Cache Protection: Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) Support
Form Factor: Low Profile

Product details

The HP AD397A-LP Smart Array P400 is a low-profile 8-channel SAS RAID controller featuring 256MB cache and Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) support. It provides advanced RAID capabilities for data protection and performance enhancement in servers.

Technical Information

Product Type	RAID Controller Card
Interface	SAS
Channels	8
Cache	256MB

Additional Specifications

Cache Protection	Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) Support
Form Factor	Low Profile
RAID Levels Supported	0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60

Description

The HP AD397A-LP Smart Array P400 is a high-performance RAID controller designed to provide robust data protection and enhanced storage performance for HP ProLiant servers. This low-profile card features eight SAS channels, enabling it to connect and manage a significant number of hard drives or SSDs. Its 256MB cache memory accelerates data operations, while the support for Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) ensures that data written to the cache is protected even in the event of a power loss, significantly reducing the risk of data corruption. This controller supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. This flexibility allows administrators to configure storage arrays that balance performance, capacity, and redundancy according to specific application needs. Whether the priority is maximum performance (RAID 0), mirroring for data protection (RAID 1), parity for capacity and protection (RAID 5, 6), or combinations thereof (RAID 10, 50, 60), the P400 provides the necessary functionality. The low-profile form factor makes the AD397A-LP suitable for installation in a wider variety of server chassis, including those with limited internal space. It is an essential component for businesses seeking to ensure the availability, integrity, and performance of their critical data. By leveraging advanced RAID technology, this controller helps to prevent data loss, improve I/O performance, and provide a reliable foundation for server storage.

Condition: Refurbished