HPE 868704-B21 Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Storage Controller

DescriptionThe HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Storage Controller (868704-B21) is an enterprise-grade RAID controller designed to deliver reliable storage performance for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. Built with support for SATA and SAS drives, this controller enables businesses to efficiently manage data storage while ensuring high availability and data protection across workloads.Engineered for flexibility and scalability, the E208i-p SR controller supports multiple RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10, allowing organizations to optimize performance and redundancy based on application needs. With 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity and internal PCIe interface, it provides fast data transfer rates and improved system responsiveness for modern IT environments.This controller is ideal for businesses looking to enhance storage performance in virtualization, database management, and file server environments. Its compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers ensures seamless integration and simplified deployment in enterprise infrastructures.Additionally, it supports advanced HPE technologies, helping organizations streamline storage management while maintaining operational efficiency and uptime across critical systems.Overview:The HPE 868704-B21 is a Smart Array storage controller designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. It enables RAID functionality, improves storage performance, and ensures data protection in enterprise IT environments.Performance & Hardware:Controller Type: Smart Array E208i-p SRInterface: PCIe 3.0 x8Data Transfer Rate: 12 Gb/s SASPorts: 8 internal lanesSupported Drives: SAS & SATA HDDs/SSDsRAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10Cache: Software-based (no onboard cache)Form Factor: Internal plug-in controllerUse Cases:RAID configuration for enterprise serversVirtualization and hypervisor environmentsDatabase and application serversFile and storage management systemsSMB and enterprise data centersHPE Ecosystem Integration:HPE iLO: Enables remote monitoring and management of storage healthHPE OneView: Simplifies infrastructure and storage lifecycle managementHPE GreenLake: Supports scalable hybrid cloud deploymentsHPE InfoSight: Provides AI-driven insights for predictive storage managementKey Features:12Gb/s SAS Performance – High-speed data transfer for modern workloadsFlexible RAID Support – RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for data protection and performanceGen10 Server Compatibility – Optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen10 platformsPCIe 3.0 Interface – Fast and reliable internal connectivityEnterprise Reliability – Designed for continuous operation and uptime