HP 655636-B21 – HP P721M/512 6G 4-Port EXT Mezzanine Controller

Detailed Description:

The HP 655636-B21 is a high-performance mezzanine controller designed to elevate the storage capabilities of HP servers, specifically tailored for the HP BladeSystem c-Class. This external 4-port controller integrates seamlessly with the HP Smart Array portfolio, offering a robust solution for managing data storage and RAID configurations. Equipped with 512MB of flash-backed write cache (FBWC), it ensures data protection and enhances performance by caching frequent read requests and buffering write data. Supporting 6Gb/s SAS connectivity, the HP P721M facilitates high-speed data transfers and scalability, allowing businesses to expand their storage infrastructure as needed. Its mezzanine design ensures efficient utilization of server space, making it an ideal choice for environments where real estate within the server is at a premium. With the ability to manage external storage arrays, this controller is versatile, supporting a range of applications from high-availability clustering to database management and virtualization. The HP P721M/512 represents a strategic investment in advanced storage technology, enabling enterprises to optimize their storage performance, reliability, and scalability.