This item, 698532-B21, is the HPE option part number for the product described as HP Smart Array P431/4GB FBWC 12Gb 2-ports Ext SAS Controller. Further details below.
Optimize your server's storage performance with this high-speed HP Smart Array P431 controller. Equipped with 4GB of Flash Backed Write Cache (FBWC) and supporting 12Gb/s SAS, this controller delivers exceptional data throughput and reliable RAID protection. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, RAID 1 ADM, and RAID 10 ADM offering a wide range of data protection options.
This low-profile PCIe 3.0 x8 card features two external SAS ports, enabling connectivity to external storage enclosures. Designed to enhance data availability and performance, this controller is ideal for demanding applications. Compatible server models include but may not be limited to the DL380p Gen8, DL360p Gen8, DL380e Gen8, ML350p Gen8, DL580 Gen8, DL360e Gen8, DL320e Gen8 v2, and SL4540 Gen8.
HPE Option Part #: 698532-B21
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR 698532-B21:
- Device Type: Storage controller (RAID) - plug-in card - low profile
- Host Bus: PCIe 3.0 x8
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate: 12 Gbit/s
- Buffer Size: 4 GB
- Supported Devices: Disk array (RAID)
- Channel Qty: 8
- RAID Level: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, RAID 50, RAID 60, RAID 1 ADM, RAID 10 ADM
- Interfaces: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s (internal)
- Compliant Standards: WEEE, REACH
- OS Required: SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, VMware ESXi 5.0 update 2, VMware ESXi 5.1 update 1, VMware vSphere 5.5
- Width: 2.3 in
- Depth: 9.5 in
- Height: 7.5 in
- Weight: 15.87 oz
RESOURCES FOR 698532-B21
Quickspecs for 698532-B21COMPATIBLE WITH:
PROLIANT DL SERIES
PROLIANT ML SERIES
PROLIANT SL SERIES
** This list may not be complete. Contact us via Live Chat if you have any questions about compatibility.
Last updated: 5/2/2025
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