HPE 804331-B21 Option Kit (MPN 620814)

Usage Area

The HPE Smart Array P408i-a SR Gen10 controller is designed for deployment in HPE Gen10 server platforms to manage internal storage environments. It provides hardware RAID functionality for up to two direct-attached storage enclosures, integrating SAS and SATA drive connectivity. The controller is used for tasks requiring enterprise-level data throughput, mixed RAID/HBA operations, and robust data protection, including encryption at rest. This option is suitable for data centers and server rooms expanding storage capacity or upgrading controller performance.

Construction Features

• Based on the AROC (ASIC RAID-on-Chip) architecture for integrated processing
• Equipped with 2 GB cache memory (battery not included; requires HPE 875241-B21)
• Features two internal mini-SAS ports supporting 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity
• Provides eight internal SAS lanes for drive connections
• Full-height form factor; not low-profile
• Supports mixed mode for concurrent RAID and HBA operations

Technical Parameters

• Part Number: 804331-B21
• Product Line: Smart Array
• Direct-Attached Devices Supported: 2
• Ports: 2 x mini-SAS (internal)
• SAS Interface: 12 Gb/s
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
• PCIe Interface: PCIe 3.0

Standards & Certification

The controller complies with industry standards for SAS 12 Gb/s and PCIe 3.0 interoperability, ensuring compatibility with HPE Gen10 server hardware. It adheres to the manufacturer’s design and safety specifications for enterprise IT equipment, suitable for deployment in EU data centers. The product meets CE marking requirements for electromagnetic compatibility and safety in the European Economic Area.