AH303A - HP PCI-Express SAS Host Bus Adapter
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- Supports SATA 1.5Gb/s
- Supports SAS 3Gb/s
- Provides high-performance storage connectivity
- Includes standard bracket
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Model
- SC44Ge
- Interface
- PCI Express x8
- Number of Channels
- 8
- Data Transfer Rate (SATA)
- 1.5Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate (SAS)
- 3Gb/s
- Host Bus Adapter Type
- SAS/SATA
Product details
The HP AH303A (SC44Ge) is an 8-channel SAS/SATA Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that connects to the system via a PCI Express x8 interface. It supports SATA 1.5Gb/s and SAS 3Gb/s speeds, enabling high-performance storage connectivity for servers.
Specifications
- Model
- SC44Ge
- Interface
- PCI Express x8
- Number of Channels
- 8
- Data Transfer Rate (SATA)
- 1.5Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate (SAS)
- 3Gb/s
- Host Bus Adapter Type
- SAS/SATA
Description
The HP AH303A, identified by its SC44Ge model number, is a robust 8-channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to facilitate high-speed data transfer between a server's PCI Express bus and its storage devices. This adapter supports both Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) at 3Gb/s and Serial ATA (SATA) at 1.5Gb/s, offering compatibility with a wide range of hard drives and solid-state drives. The 8-channel architecture allows it to connect to up to eight individual drives or expanders, making it suitable for servers requiring extensive storage connectivity. Utilizing the PCI Express x8 interface, the AH303A leverages the high bandwidth provided by this standard to ensure that storage performance is not limited by the HBA itself. This is crucial for applications that involve large data sets, high I/O operations, or require fast access to storage, such as databases, virtualization platforms, and media servers. The adapter is designed to provide reliable and efficient data flow for critical storage operations. This HBA is an essential component for servers that need to manage direct-attached storage (DAS) configurations. It typically comes with a standard-height bracket for installation in most server chassis. By providing a dedicated, high-performance interface to storage, the HP AH303A enables administrators to build scalable and responsive storage solutions, enhancing overall system performance and data availability.
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