HPE 804331-B21 Smart Array P440ar Controller – 12Gb/s SAS RAID Controller for ProLiant Gen9 Servers with 2GB Cache

DescriptionThe HPE 804331-B21 Smart Array P440ar is a high-performance 12Gb/s SAS RAID controller designed for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers, delivering enterprise-grade storage performance, reliability, and data protection. It is ideal for businesses requiring efficient storage management for virtualization, databases, and mission-critical applications.This controller features 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC), which significantly enhances read/write performance while protecting data in case of power loss. The FBWC ensures that cached data is safely stored using flash memory, maintaining data integrity and system stability.Supporting multiple RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, the P440ar provides flexible storage configurations to balance performance, capacity, and redundancy based on application needs.The controller supports SAS, SATA, and SSD drives, with data transfer speeds up to 12Gb/s, enabling high-speed data access and improved system performance. It integrates seamlessly into HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers through a dedicated embedded slot, ensuring optimized compatibility and performance.Key enterprise features include:Advanced data protection and fault toleranceSupport for HPE SmartDrive technologyOnline RAID level migration and capacity expansionSecure encryption support (optional license required)Designed for reliability, the HPE Smart Array P440ar is ideal for high-availability environments, ensuring continuous operation and data protection for critical workloads.Key Features:12Gb/s SAS RAID controller for ProLiant Gen9 servers2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC) for performance and data protectionSupports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60Compatible with SAS, SATA, and SSD drivesOptimized for enterprise storage and virtualization workloads