749680-B21 HP Smart Array P244br/1-GB SAS

The HPE 749680-B21 (Spare Part Number 749800-001) is the Smart Array P244br RAID controller with 1GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC), a Flexible Smart Array 12Gb/s SAS RAID controller designed specifically for the HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen9 server blade. Featuring two internal physical links and an x8 PCIe 3.0 host interface, this "br" (Boot RAID) variant delivers enterprise-class storage performance and data protection, making it well-suited for OS boot, messaging, database, and general server applications.

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Key Features & Benefits

  • BL460c Gen9 Blade Compatibility: Specifically engineered for internal drive connectivity within the HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen9 Server Blade, ensuring proper fit and reliable operation.
  • 12Gb/s SAS / 6Gb/s SATA Connectivity: Delivers 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity with full backward compatibility with 6Gb/s SATA technology, supporting mix-and-match SAS/SATA hard drives.
  • 1GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC): Includes 1GB of cache with flash-backed protection, delivering increased server uptime through advanced storage functionality and pre-failure warning.
  • x8 PCIe 3.0 Host Interface: Provides up to 8GB/s maximum bandwidth via the PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, ensuring high-performance data transfer for OS boot and application workloads.
  • RAID 0, 1, 10 Support: Supports essential RAID levels for drive mirroring and striping, with up to 64 logical drives supported.
  • Optional HPE Secure Encryption: Offers optional HPE Secure Encryption capability, protecting data at rest on any bulk storage attached to the controller.
  • HPE Smart Storage Battery Compatible: Supports the shared HPE Smart Storage Battery, allowing multiple Smart Array controllers to draw from a single backup power source.

Technical Specifications

Attribute Details
Option Part Number 749680-B21
Spare Part Number 749800-001
Controller Model Smart Array P244br
Component Type RAID Controller (Internal, Boot RAID)
Interface 12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA (2 Ports)
Cache 1GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC)
Bus Interface PCIe 3.0 x8 (up to 8GB/s bandwidth)
Supported RAID Levels RAID 0, 1, 10
Max Logical Drives 64
Compatible Platforms HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen9 Server Blade

 

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