HPE Smart Array P408e-p SR Gen10
Best enterprise storage controller for high-performance external data management.
This controller is the gold standard for managing complex external storage arrays with enterprise-grade reliability. By offering simultaneous RAID and HBA functionality, it provides the flexibility to handle diverse data demands, though it requires a separate battery purchase to fully unlock its protective potential.
$1162.99
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Who it's for
- IT managers prioritizing reliable data protection and uptime
- System administrators managing existing HPE ProLiant server environments
- Data architects planning for future storage expansion needs
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking entry-level storage solutions
- General users lacking advanced server hardware configuration experience
- IT teams maintaining mixed-vendor or non-HPE hardware infrastructures
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput Speed
The 12 Gb/s SAS interface ensures rapid data transfer for demanding workloads.
RAID Versatility
Comprehensive support for advanced RAID levels provides exceptional data protection and flexibility.
Cache Performance
The 4 GB Flash-Backed Write Cache significantly accelerates write operations and reliability.
Operational Flexibility
Mixed Mode functionality allows seamless switching between RAID and HBA configurations.
Security Integration
Built-in encryption safeguards sensitive data-at-rest against unauthorized access.
System Compatibility
Designed specifically for the Gen10 ecosystem to ensure stable, reliable integration.
Key Specs
Model
HPE Smart Array P408e-p SR Gen10
Interface
SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s
Host Interface
PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports
8 external SAS lanes
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM
Cache
4 GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
Compatibility
ProLiant DL325 Gen10, DL345 Gen10, DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, ML30 Gen10, XL220n Gen10
Features
Mixed Mode (RAID and HBA), Data-at-rest encryption
Power
Requires HPE Smart Storage Battery (sold separately)
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