HP H221 6G SAS/SATA HBA PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter 738191-001
The HP H221 Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance 6Gb/s SAS/SATA controller designed for reliable connectivity between your server and external storage arrays or tape drives. Utilizing the PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, it provides the bandwidth necessary for data-intensive enterprise applications and high-speed backups. This unit was pulled from a working enterprise environment and has been professionally inspected to meet Grade A standards.
Key Performance Benefits
- Enterprise Reliability: Tested and verified for link stability and port integrity.
- High Bandwidth: PCIe 3.0 x8 architecture ensures maximum throughput for modern data centers.
- Versatile Connectivity: Dual SFF-8088 ports support a wide range of external JBODs and LTO tape drives.
- IT-Mode Ready: A favorite for TrueNAS, Unraid, and Proxmox enthusiasts for direct disk access.
Technical Specifications Brand HP / HPE Model H221 MPN 738191-001 Alternate PN 729552-B21 Speed 6Gb/s per port Interface PCIe 3.0 x8 Connectors 2x External SFF-8088 (Mini-SAS) Compatibility & Use Cases
This HBA is optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen8 servers (including DL360p, DL380p, and ML350p) but functions in most PCIe-enabled server hardware. It is compatible with HP D2000, D6000, and MSA2040 storage enclosures, and is widely used for connecting LTO tape drives for offsite backup solutions.
Condition & Testing
This item is in Grade A tested working condition. It has been pulled from a decommissioned server environment and verified for full functionality. Expect light cosmetic wear consistent with professional installation; PCIe contacts and SFF-8088 ports are undamaged.
What's Included
This is a bare hardware item. Includes (1) HP H221 HBA only. No SFF-8088 cables, retail packaging, drivers, or thermal paste are included.
Return Policy: Returns are accepted only if the item received does not match the listing description.
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