HPE 749974-B21 – Smart Array P440ar/2GB FBWC RAID Controller
Key Features
- 12Gb/s SAS hardware RAID controller
- 2GB Flash Backed Write Cache support
- Supports multiple enterprise RAID levels
- Embedded design for ProLiant Gen9 servers
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HPE 749974-B21 – Smart Array P440ar/2GB FBWC RAID Controller
Overview
The HPE 749974-B21 is a Smart Array P440ar hardware RAID controller designed for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers. It provides enterprise-class storage management with 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and integrated flash-backed write cache for data protection.
It is used to manage internal server storage arrays by enabling RAID configurations and accelerating read/write operations. The controller supports multiple RAID levels and ensures data integrity during power loss when paired with a Smart Storage Battery or FBWC module.
This adapter is installed directly on supported ProLiant server motherboards as an embedded controller. It is typically deployed in rack and tower servers within enterprise data centers requiring high-performance storage control.
It integrates with HPE Smart Storage Administrator tools for configuration, monitoring, and lifecycle management of RAID arrays across enterprise infrastructures.
Typical Deployment Scenarios
Used in HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers for enterprise RAID storage management. Common in virtualization clusters, database servers, and high-performance compute environments. Also deployed in storage-intensive workloads where data protection and fast SAS performance are required.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | 749974-B21 |
| Product Type | Smart Array RAID Controller |
| Controller Model | P440ar |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Storage Interface | SAS 12Gb/s / SATA 6Gb/s |
| Cache Memory | 2GB FBWC |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | Embedded / AROC controller |
| Server Platform | HPE ProLiant Gen9 |
| Ports | 2 internal SAS ports |
| Function | Hardware RAID management |
| Cache Protection | Flash Backed Write Cache |
| Management | HPE Smart Storage Administrator |
Compatibility / Ecosystem
Compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen9 server platforms using Smart Array architecture. Works with HPE Smart Storage Battery and FBWC modules for cache protection. Integrates with HPE Smart Storage Administrator for RAID configuration and monitoring.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.45 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10.4 × 3.05 × 13.5 cm |







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