HPE Smart Array P408i-p SR Gen10 Controller showing dual SAS ports, PCIe interface, and enterprise-grade circuit board design

Enterprise-Grade Storage Controller with Dual-Port SAS Connectivity

The HPE Smart Array P408i-p SR Gen10 Controller delivers exceptional storage performance through its dual-port SAS architecture and advanced PCIe 3.0 x8 interface. This enterprise-class controller features two high-speed SAS connectors that provide redundant pathways to your storage infrastructure, ensuring continuous data availability even during maintenance or unexpected failures. The controller's 2GB flash-backed write cache dramatically accelerates write operations while protecting data integrity during power events. Designed for demanding enterprise environments, this controller supports comprehensive RAID levels from basic mirroring to advanced configurations like RAID 50 and 60. The Mixed Mode operation allows simultaneous RAID and HBA functionality, giving administrators the flexibility to optimize different storage tiers according to specific workload requirements. Whether you're managing virtual machine storage, database operations, or high-throughput applications, the P408i-p delivers the reliability and performance that mission-critical systems demand.

Technical Specifications

  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for maximum bandwidth utilization
  • Dual SAS ports supporting 12Gb/s transfer rates
  • 2GB flash-backed write cache with power protection
  • Eight internal SAS lanes for extensive drive connectivity

Applications

  • Enterprise server storage management in data centers
  • High-availability database server configurations
  • Virtualized infrastructure with multiple storage tiers
  • Mission-critical applications requiring storage redundancy
Close-up view of HPE Smart Array P408i-p controller highlighting advanced circuitry, cache memory components, and enterprise-grade construction

Advanced RAID Controller with Flash-Backed Cache Technology

The sophisticated engineering of the HPE Smart Array P408i-p is evident in its robust circuit board design and premium component selection. The controller's 2GB flash-backed write cache serves as a critical performance accelerator, temporarily storing write operations in high-speed memory before committing them to disk. This architecture significantly reduces write latency and improves overall system responsiveness, particularly beneficial for applications with intensive write workloads such as databases and virtualization platforms. The controller's support for HPE Smart Array SR Secure Encryption ensures that sensitive data remains protected at rest, meeting stringent compliance requirements without compromising performance. The Mixed Mode capability allows the same controller to handle both RAID-protected storage and direct-attached storage simultaneously, providing unprecedented flexibility in storage architecture design. This dual functionality eliminates the need for separate HBA cards, reducing complexity and cost while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability.

Technical Specifications

  • Flash-backed write cache with 2GB capacity for performance optimization
  • SR Secure Encryption for data-at-rest protection
  • Mixed Mode operation combining RAID and HBA functionality
  • Support for RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, and ADM variants

Applications

  • Secure enterprise storage deployments requiring encryption
  • Mixed workload environments needing both RAID and direct storage
  • High-performance computing clusters with varied storage needs
  • Compliance-driven organizations with data protection mandates

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Manufacturer Part Number

830824-B21

Brand Name

HPE

Product Line

Smart Array

Product Model

P408i-p

Product Name

Smart Array P408i-p SR Gen10 Controller

Product Type

SAS Controller

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|sas controller|12Gb/s SAS Controller icon

    SAS Controller

  • icon_list|installation guide|Installation Guide Documentation icon

    Installation Guide

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