To use HPE SmartCache, your system must meet these minimum hardware and firmware specifications:
Supports various RAID levels for the cache volume, including RAID 0 on Gen8 and RAID 0, 1, 10, and 5 on Gen9 and Gen10 servers. Licensing Options and Part Numbers
Deployment requires no changes to applications or operating systems. hpe smartcache license key
Note: The HPE Smart Array P816i-a SR Gen10 and Gen10 Plus or later models include the license as a preinstalled standard feature. Requirements and Compatibility
P-class Smart Array controllers (e.g., P408i-a, P440, P420). Cache Module: Minimum 1 GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC). To use HPE SmartCache, your system must meet
Bridges the gap between high-capacity Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) and high-performance SSDs, allowing businesses to optimize storage costs.
HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) or HPE Array Configuration Utility (ACU). How to Install and Activate the Key HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) or HPE Array
Requires an energy pack (battery or capacitor) for data protection.