HPE ADP SMART ARRAY P408i-p SR Gen10

Data centers running HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers rely on the HP Smart Array P408i-p SR Gen10 controller for high-performance storage connectivity. This modular controller plugs directly into the server's dedicated storage slot, providing eight internal SAS lanes via two x4 mini-SAS HD connectors. It supports both 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA drives, making it ideal for mixed drive environments. With 2GB of flash-backed write cache, it ensures data integrity during power loss without a separate battery. The controller supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, and 10 ADM, plus mixed mode for combining RAID and HBA operations. It can manage up to 200 physical drives, offering scalability for growing storage needs. The Broadcom SAS3508 processor delivers robust performance, while HPE Smart Storage Administrator and iLO integration simplify management. Optional features like HPE SmartCache and Secure Encryption enhance caching and data security. This controller is a reliable choice for enterprise workloads requiring high availability and performance.

Key specifications

• Controller Type: SAS/SATA RAID Controller
• Host Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Internal Ports: 8 internal SAS lanes (2 x4 mini-SAS HD)
• Data Transfer Rate: 12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA
• Cache: 2GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60, 1 ADM, 10 ADM
• Form Factor: Type-p (Modular Controller)
• Supported Drives: SAS, SATA (HDD/SSD)
• Server Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers
• Processor: Broadcom SAS3508
• Max Physical Drives: Up to 200
• Management: HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA), HPE iLO

Why choose it

The P408i-p SR Gen10 offers a balance of performance, reliability, and flexibility. Its flash-backed cache protects data during power failures, while mixed mode allows simultaneous RAID and HBA operation. The controller supports a wide range of RAID levels and drive types, making it suitable for diverse storage configurations. With HPE's management tools, deployment and monitoring are streamlined, reducing administrative overhead.

Ideal use cases

• Enterprise database servers requiring high IOPS and data protection
• Virtualized environments using VMware or Hyper-V with multiple VMs
• File and application servers needing scalable storage capacity
• High-availability clusters where data integrity is critical

Good to know

This controller is designed specifically for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers and fits into the modular storage slot. It does not require a separate battery backup, as the flash-backed cache is integrated. Optional HPE SmartCache can accelerate read-intensive workloads, and HPE Secure Encryption provides data-at-rest protection. Ensure your server has the appropriate slot and backplane connectivity before purchase.