HPE 804326-B21 E Smart Array E208i-a SR 8-Ports SATA 6Gb/s

The HPE 804326-B21 E Smart Array E208i-a SR is an 8-port internal SATA RAID controller delivering 6Gb/s data transfer speeds for enhanced server storage performance. This entry-level Smart Array controller provides hardware-based RAID functionality with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations, enabling data protection and improved I/O performance for small to medium business servers. Key benefits include simplified storage management through HPE’s Smart Storage Administrator, reduced CPU overhead through dedicated RAID processing, and cost-effective scalability for growing storage needs. The controller’s compact design integrates seamlessly into HPE ProLiant servers while offering reliable data protection and faster boot times compared to software RAID solutions, making it ideal for businesses seeking affordable enterprise-grade storage management without compromising performance or reliability.