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Contents Rear View Front ViewWarranty Deployment/ServiceabilityProcessors MemoryCache Memory One of the following depending on Model ProcessorBase Models Entry ModelsPerformance Models NumberStorage Storage Controller One of the following depending on ModelMaximum Internal Remote ManagementRegarding USB support InterfacesGraphics HP Insight ControlStand Alone Software Server ManagementProduct ProLiant EssentialsUPS and PDU Power Server Power CordsPower Supply Core InfrastructureMicrosoft Windows Server Fully redundant hot plug fans ship standard N+1Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003, R2 Novell NetWareService and Support ConfiguratorTelco Rack Support Factory ExpressMyrinet XP HPC Interconnect InfiniBandGigabit Ethernet Cache Memory HP DL380G5 5150 4GHard Drive Internal StorageCountry Code Key Drives Factory Integrated Model ships withControllers Base Memory Choose Additional Factory Integratable OptionsUnique Options HP Insight Control Management Suites Mixed Riser Cage Option Kit PCI-E/PCI-X 410570-B21Control Integrated Lights-Out Select Pack HP Insight Power Manager IPMProLiant Essentials Virtual Machine Management Pack Rdma PackMemory DIMMs ProLiant Software Maintenance SubscriptionDiskette Drive Optical DrivesSFF Sata Hot Plug Hard Drives Hot Plug SFF SAS 2.5 DrivesSmart Array E500 Controller Smart Array P400 ControllerCommunications Scsi Controllers for External Drive/Storage SupportHPC Specific Options Power CordsRedundant Options Tape DrivesRack-Mount Tape Drive Enclosures HP StorageWorks D2D110 Backup System EH880AHP StorageWorks 1/8 Tape Autoloader Tape Autoloaders HP StorageWorks DAT AutoloaderTape Libraries HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library HP StorageWorks MSL4048 Tape LibraryStorageWorks Options StorageWorks Fibre Channel HBA Cluster OptionsStorageWorks Scsi HBA HP StorageWorksHP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array SuppliesHP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 500 G2 HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1500 csUSB Options Uninterruptible Power Systems RackHP Rack 5000 Series HP Rack 10000 G2 Series Carbon/Graphite MetallicKeyboards and Monitors HP Rack 10000 SeriesService and Support Offerings HP KVM Switch OptionsHardware Services On-site Service Hardware Services 6-Hour Call to Repair On-site ServicePage Upgrading Memory and Memory Interleaving Standard MemoryStandard Memory Plus Optional Memory Standard Memory Replaced with Optional MemoryMirrored memory configuration Online spare memory configurationSata Hot Plug Drives Quantity Position Supported Controller Drive SupportDetermine Configuration Requirements QuickSpecs to Determine Configuration RequirementsPlease see QuickSpecs toSAS Tape Drives External USB Tape Drives ExternalScsi Tape Automation External SAS Tape Automation ExternalD2D Backup Systems Power Supply Specification DC Part number Power Supply Specification AC Part numberSpare Kit 100 120 208 220 230 240Power Supply Output Power SpecificationsPower TemperatureLogical Volumes SAS ConnectorsSupported Maximum Volume Acoustic NoiseTwo Embedded NC373i Network Interface ConnectorMultifunction Server Compatibility Adapters

Smart Array 256MB, Smart Array P400, 2-5300, Smart Array 64MB specifications

The HP Smart Array technology has long been a cornerstone in the realm of enterprise storage solutions, catering to various demands for data storage and management. Focusing specifically on the HP Smart Array controller models such as the 64MB, 2-5300, P400, and the 256MB variants, this article discusses their main features, technologies, and characteristics that make them effective solutions for businesses.

The HP Smart Array 64MB controller offers essential RAID functionality and serves as an entry point for those looking to implement a reliable storage solution. With support for various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 6, this controller provides a balance between performance and data protection. Its 64MB of cache ensures efficient data throughput, vital for environments with moderate workloads.

The Smart Array 2-5300 controller represents a more advanced option, supporting higher performance storage configurations. Designed for fast-paced business applications, it enhances data integrity and availability. It also features advanced RAID levels like RAID 10 and RAID 50, catering to users who prioritize both performance and redundancy. The versatile connector options enable users to easily build and expand their storage needs.

The HP Smart Array P400 controller takes performance to another level with 256MB of cache memory, allowing for superior data handling capabilities. This controller is engineered for high-demand environments, boasting Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface compatibility which facilitates rapid data transfer rates. Enhanced SAS technology provides a greater number of devices connected to a single controller, making it ideal for enterprise-level applications where scalability and reliability are critical.

Lastly, the HP Smart Array 256MB controller showcases a powerful design that emphasizes efficiency. It includes support for advanced features such as battery-backed write cache, which ensures data is not lost during power failures. Users benefit from optimized read and write operations, resulting in elevated performance across various workloads.

All these Smart Array controllers maintain HP's commitment to robust data security and performance, employing technologies such as online RAID level migration and online capacity expansion. These functionalities allow organizations to adapt their storage solutions without downtime, a critical factor in today’s 24/7 business environment.

In conclusion, the HP Smart Array family, through its various models, offers tailored solutions to meet diverse storage needs—from basic RAID implementations to high-performance, enterprise-grade configurations—ensuring data protection, scalability, and reliability for businesses.