HPE Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 Controller
869083-B21 | 869085-002 | 871041-002 | 869084-B21
The HPE Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 Controller is a high-performance, enterprise-class RAID storage controller designed specifically for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. Built as a Type-A Modular AROC (Adaptive RAID on Chip) solution, it installs directly into a dedicated storage slot—eliminating the need for a PCIe expansion slot while maximizing system efficiency and performance.
Engineered for demanding data center environments, this controller delivers advanced RAID capabilities, high-speed SAS connectivity, and enhanced data protection features, making it ideal for virtualization, database workloads, and large-scale storage deployments.
Key Features
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AROC modular design (no PCIe slot required)
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PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface
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16 internal SAS lanes for high-density storage
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4 x Mini-SAS (x4) internal connectors
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12Gb/s SAS & 6Gb/s SATA support
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4GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
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Supports up to 238 physical drives and 64 logical drives
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Optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers
RAID & Performance
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RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM
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Mixed Mode support (RAID + HBA simultaneously)
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HPE SmartCache for SSD acceleration
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SSD Smart Path for faster read performance
Reliability & Security
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Flash-backed cache protection (requires Smart Storage Battery)
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Secure Encryption support (FIPS 140-2 Level 1 compliant)
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Rapid Rebuild & Rapid Parity Initialization (RPI)
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Enterprise-grade data integrity and uptime
Compatible HPE ProLiant Servers
DL360 (LH required for GPU configs), DL380, DL385, DL560 (869083-B21), ML350 (requires Smart Storage Battery P01367-B21), HPE Nimble Storage dHCI (DL360 Small Solution)
Additional Information
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Requires HPE Smart Storage Battery for cache functionality
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Ideal for enterprise storage expansion, RAID optimization, and data protection
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Backed by HPE reliability and enterprise engineering
Upgrade your server with the HPE Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 Controller to unlock maximum storage performance, scalability, and enterprise-level data protection in your ProLiant infrastructure.