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HP Smart Array P440 RAID controller card with FBWC module

HP Refurbished

HP 726821-B21 Smart Array P440 RAID controller 12Gb/s 4G FBWC

SKU CH-TSB8-YTT1X MPN 726821-B21

A PCIe 3.0 x8 RAID controller with 4 GB flash-backed cache and 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity

  • Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x8
  • Transfer speedUp to 12Gb/s
  • Product typeSATA / SAS
  • Key featuresRAID Supported: Yes Data Backup Type: Flash Backed Cache Tot
  • 12Gb/s transfer rate for fast storage throughput
  • PCI-Express 3.0 x8 interface for high bandwidth connectivity
  • 4GB flash-backed write cache protects data during power loss
  • Supports SATA and SAS drives for flexible array configuration
  • Single internal SAS port simplifies cabling in dense servers

HP Smart Array P440 RAID Controller

The HP 726821-B21 is a PCI-Express 3.0 x8 RAID controller that supports SATA and SAS drives at up to 12Gb/s. It includes 4GB of flash-backed write cache to protect data during power loss. The card provides a single internal SAS port for connecting compatible storage devices in server environments.

Suited for servers needing hardware RAID

This controller suits administrators who need a single internal SAS connection with RAID levels supported by the Smart Array P440 and the safety of flash-backed cache. It is not for builds that require more than one internal SAS port or that need external SAS connectivity.

12Gb/s transfer rate over PCI-Express 3.0 x8

The 12Gb/s transfer rate across the PCI-Express 3.0 x8 interface determines whether the controller matches the drive speeds and slot availability in the target server. Verify that the system provides a compatible x8 slot and that the connected drives support the 12Gb/s SAS or SATA standard.

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Price $130.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model name726821-B21
Product typeSATA / SAS
Performance
Transfer speedUp to 12Gb/s
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x8
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size254 × 203 × 127 mm

Questions about this item

Is the 4GB flash-backed cache the only cache size available for the P440?

The P440 controller includes 4GB of flash-backed write cache as standard.

What real-world throughput can I expect from the 12Gb/s SAS link?

The 12Gb/s SAS interface supports up to 12Gb/s per drive; actual throughput depends on the attached drives and workload.

Does the PCIe 3.0 x8 slot limit the controller’s 12Gb/s SAS speed?

PCIe 3.0 x8 provides ample bandwidth for the single 12Gb/s SAS port and 4GB cache.

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