Maximum hard drive capacity for the P420i

[Alek20]

Hi, tell me the Maximum hard drive capacity for the P420i.
Server:
ProLiant DL380p Gen8
product id: 662257-421

Controller:Model Smart Array P420i Controller
Firmware Version 8.32
Controller Type HPE Smart Array

[shiva_jr]

Hi @Alek20 ,

Please refer the quickspecs page 3 for the capacity.

• Up to 240TB of total internal storage with 60 x 4TB LFF SATA hard drives
• Up to 24TB of total internal storage with 27 x 900GB SFF SAS hard drives

Regards,
Shiva_JR

[Amjad_kasem]

Hello @Alek20 

The HPE Smart Array P420i controller in the ProLiant DL380p Gen8 server supports the following maximum hard drive capacities:

- For SAS Drives: The maximum capacity per drive is 4TB.
- For SATA Drives: The maximum capacity per drive is 6TB.

With the proper firmware updates and depending on the configuration, this controller can support up to **25TB** of storage per logical volume across multiple drives.

However, it's important to note that support for larger drive sizes (beyond the 4TB or 6TB limits) may depend on firmware updates and specific configurations. Always ensure that the firmware is up to date to maximize compatibility with higher-capacity drives.

[Alek20]

@shiva_jr 

Hello.
screenshot of my firmware.

 

[Alek20]

Processor 1 Processor Name Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E5-2697 v2 @ 2.70GHz Processor Status

 OK Processor Speed 2700 MHz Execution Technology

12/12 cores; 24 threads

Memory Technology 64-bit Capable Internal L1 cache 384 KB Internal L2 cache 3072 KB Internal L3 cache 30720 KB Processor 2  12  192 GB  1333 MHz  1.5 V  Processor 1  12  192 GB  1333 MHz  1.5 V  HP Ethernet 1Gb 4-port 331FLR Adapter 629135-B21 634025-001 CN822H03TZ 00 bc 1.46 ncsi 1.4.22.0

 Unknown Embedded Smart Array P420i Controller N/A N/A 001438025C6F530 B 8.32

 OK Embedded Storage Controller N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

 Unknown Embedded Storage Controller N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

 Unknown Embedded Patsburg 6 Port SATA AHCI Controller N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

 OK

hi, my server configuration, please tell me the maximum disk capacity for it. higher firmware versions...
Thank you.

[Mr_Techie]

Hello @Alek20 

Check documentation for the P420i to confirm the maximum supported drive sizes and types first. You can find the details in https://support.hpe.com/

You can use up to 8 drives on the P420i. If you have an external storage solution, it may increase your capacity further.

Make sure your controller’s firmware is updated to the latest version for the best support and features.

If you plan to maximize your disk capacity, consider the largest drives currently available (up to 20TB for some SAS drives) and check if they are supported by your controller.

Hope this gives some insights.