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HP P212-LP Smart Array P212 SAS PCI Express Raid Controller
- Supports SAS and SATA interfaces
- RAID levels 0, 1, 1+0, 5, 6
- PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface
- Low-profile form factor
- 2 internal and 2 external SAS/SATA ports
- Optional battery-backed write cache (BBWC) or flash-backed write cache (FBWC)
- Smart Array technology
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Product Overview
The HP Smart Array P212 Controller is a flexible RAID controller designed for HP ProLiant servers. It supports SAS and SATA drives and features a low-profile form factor, making it suitable for dense server environments. This controller provides essential RAID functionality with advanced management capabilities.
Technical Information
| Interface | SAS, SATA |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 1+0, 5, 6 |
| Bus Type | PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Low-profile |
| Ports | 2 internal, 2 external |
| Cache Options | Optional BBWC/FBWC |
Product Description
The HP Smart Array P212 controller is a versatile RAID adapter designed to provide robust storage solutions for HP ProLiant servers. It supports both SAS and SATA drives, offering flexibility in storage configuration to meet varying performance and budget requirements. The controller utilizes a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, ensuring adequate bandwidth for data transfer in most server environments. This controller supports a range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 1+0, 5, and 6, providing options for data striping, mirroring, and parity-based redundancy. It features 2 internal and 2 external ports, allowing for connectivity to both internal drives and external storage enclosures. The low-profile form factor makes it ideal for deployment in servers where space is limited, such as blade servers or 1U rack servers. While the base P212 controller does not include cache memory, it offers optional Battery-Backed Write Cache (BBWC) or Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) modules. These modules significantly improve write performance and provide data protection against power loss. The P212 benefits from HP's Smart Array technology, offering advanced management and monitoring capabilities for simplified storage administration.
