Requires an energy pack (battery or capacitor) for data protection.

To use HPE SmartCache, your system must meet these minimum hardware and firmware specifications:

Deployment requires no changes to applications or operating systems.

HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) or HPE Array Configuration Utility (ACU). How to Install and Activate the Key

HPE offers several licensing formats to suit different deployment scales. One license is required for every server deployed. License Type Delivery Method Part Number Physical shipment of activation card D7S26A Flexible-Quantity LTU Physical shipment for multiple servers Flexible-Quantity E-LTU Electronic delivery via email

An HPE SmartCache license key is a unique alphanumeric activation code required to enable the HPE SR SmartCache feature on compatible HPE ProLiant servers. This controller-based caching solution accelerates application performance by up to four times by caching frequently accessed "hot" data onto low-latency Solid State Drives (SSDs). Key Benefits of HPE SmartCache

P-class Smart Array controllers (e.g., P408i-a, P440, P420). Cache Module: Minimum 1 GB Flash-Backed Write Cache (FBWC).