The HPE Smart Array E208i-p SR Gen10 Controller, supporting 12Gb/s SAS and PCIe 3.0, is an ideal cost-effective solution for RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 and Software Defined Storage solutions. This controller operates in Mixed Mode which combines RAID and HBA operations simultaneously. It has eight internal SAS lanes, allowing connection to SAS or SATA drives, and provides enterprise-class reliability, security and efficiency needed to address your evolving data storage needs. This controller offers enhanced security by encrypting data-at-rest on any drive with HPE Smart Array SR Secure Encryption. SAS Controller offers maximum storage productivity with added dependability 12Gb/s SAS controller type for faster, efficient data transfer rates with maximum dependability 0 RAID level for easy, convenient configuration and better fault tolerance and redundancy Server device support for enhanced storage efficiency and productive data transfer capability The PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface provides smooth data transfer and outstanding performance Plug-in Card form factor allows hassle-free and easy usage with increased efficiency SAS Controller let you conveniently keep your files accessible at all times by turning your computer into a portable storage expansion drive