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HP SMART ARRAY P408E-M SR GEN10 12G SAS MEZZANINE CONTROLLER
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804381-B21 Overview
804381-B21-HP SMART ARRAY P408E-M SR GEN10 12G SAS MEZZANINE CONTROLLER is a high-performance storage controller expansion card engineered for HP Gen10 server platforms. Built to deliver reliable hardware RAID functionality with 12G SAS connectivity, this mezzanine card utilizes HP Smart Array technology and is designed for seamless integration, offering enhanced data throughput and robust storage management for enterprise environments.
Designed to interface via a PCIe x8 slot with PCIe 3.0 signaling, this controller ensures compatibility with leading operating systems including Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi. Its compact form factor, emphasis on passive cooling, and targeted use case for storage expansion make it an ideal solution for server enhancements in data centers and mission-critical applications.
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804381-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Expansion Card
- Brand
- Hpe
- Card Type
- Storage Controller
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 3.0
- Chipset / Controller
- HP Smart Array Controller
- RAID Levels Supported
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60
- Low Profile Bracket
- No
- Full Height Bracket
- No
- Cooling
- Passive
- Operating System Compatibility
- Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi
- Bus Width
- 64-bit
- Power Requirements
- 3.3V
- Use Case
- Storage Expansion
- Product Name
- 804381-B21-HP SMART ARRAY P408E-M SR GEN10 12G SAS MEZZANINE CONTROLLER
804381-B21 Use Case
Virtualized Data Center Storage Acceleration with P408E-M SR Controller
In a large-scale VMware or Hyper-V environment, integrating the 804381-B21 HP Smart Array P408E-M SR Gen10 12G SAS Mezzanine Controller delivers up to 12 Gb/s per port and hardware-accelerated RAID 0/1/5/6 operations to maximize VM density while reducing storage latency. This high-bandwidth solution drives over 1 million IOPS for virtual desktop infrastructure and enterprise workloads, ensuring consistent performance, simplified management through HP iLO, and a 30% reduction in TCO via improved consolidation ratios.
High-Performance Transactional Database Optimization
For mission-critical Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server or SAP HANA deployments, the HP Smart Array P408E-M SR Gen10 12G SAS controller provides ultra-low latency and 4-lane SAS connectivity to NVMe or SAS SSD arrays. By offloading parity calculations with Smart RAID and delivering sustained 12 Gb/s throughput, it accelerates mixed OLTP/OLAP transactions by up to 40%, enhances query response times, and enforces end-to-end data integrity to meet strict SLAs and compliance requirements.
Enterprise Backup and Disaster Recovery Acceleration
In a regulated enterprise backup environment, deploying the 804381-B21 Smart Array P408E-M SR Gen10 controller enables fast, hardware-accelerated snapshots and replication to secondary sites. Its 12G SAS mezzanine design and Smart Cache feature cut backup windows by 50%, reduce RTO to minutes, and ensure reliable, point-in-time recoveries for critical file systems and VM images. Centralized management with HP OneView simplifies DR orchestration and audit reporting for improved resilience.
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Reviews & Ratings
H
Haris Latif
4
OEM mezzanine fit cleanly.
F
Florian Bauer
5
Reliable 12G SAS throughput.
C
Chris Dalton
5
Good blade storage option.
M
Marek Zielinski
4
Stable and dependable.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP Smart Array P408e-m SR Gen10 12G SAS Mezzanine Controller (SKU 804381-B21)?
The HP Smart Array P408e-m SR Gen10 12G SAS Mezzanine Controller is a high-performance RAID controller designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers, delivering up to 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity and advanced data protection.
Which HPE servers are compatible with the P408e-m SR Gen10 controller?
The P408e-m SR Gen10 controller is compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen10 blade and rack servers featuring a mezzanine slot, including Gen10 DL and BL series models.
What RAID levels does the P408e-m SR Gen10 support?
This controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60, ensuring flexible performance and redundancy options for a variety of workloads.
How much cache memory does the P408e-m SR Gen10 include?
The controller includes 2 GB of DDR4 write-back cache, safeguarding data integrity and accelerating I/O operations.
What type of storage devices can be connected?
It supports both 12 Gb/s SAS and SATA hard drives or SSDs, enabling mixed-media configurations for optimal performance and capacity.
How many drives can the P408e-m SR Gen10 controller manage?
When paired with compatible backplanes, it can manage up to 24 direct-attached drives per mezzanine slot, depending on server design.
What physical interface does the mezzanine card use?
The controller uses an HPE FlexLOM mezzanine interface, delivering a low-profile PCIe Gen3 x8 connection to the host server.
Is an external power supply required?
No external power is needed; the controller draws power directly from the host server’s mezzanine slot.
How do I install the P408e-m SR Gen10 controller?
Install the controller by seating it into an available mezzanine slot, securing the bracket, and updating server firmware before powering on.
How do I update the P408e-m SR Gen10 firmware?
Use HPE Smart Storage Administrator or HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) to download and apply the latest firmware updates.
Does this controller support HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA)?
Yes, the P408e-m SR Gen10 is fully managed by HPE SSA, offering intuitive GUI and CLI tools for configuration and monitoring.
What is the expected performance throughput?
The controller delivers up to 12 Gb/s per SAS lane, supporting aggregated data throughput of over 96 Gb/s in a full mezzanine configuration.
How is data protection handled during power loss?
Onboard NAND flash protects cached data in the event of power loss, ensuring safe write-back upon server restart.
What warranty coverage comes with the controller?
HPE provides a limited three-year parts and labor warranty, with optional HPE Foundation Care or HPE Proactive Care upgrades.
What are the key features of the P408e-m SR Gen10 controller?
Key features include 12 Gb/s SAS support, hardware RAID with write-back cache, HPE SSA management, and mezzanine form factor compatibility.
How can I monitor the health and status of the controller?
Monitor controller health through HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) and HPE SSA, receiving real-time alerts and performance metrics.