HP 683245-001 Controller Node Module 7200 (3PAR)

Overview

The HP 683245-001 Controller Node Module 7200 is a core component of the HP 3PAR StoreServ storage family. Designed for high-performance enterprise environments, this controller node delivers reliable data processing and seamless scalability. It integrates directly into existing 7200 series arrays, providing enhanced I/O throughput while maintaining low latency for mission critical applications.

Key Features

• Dual active-active controllers for continuous availability and load balancing
• High speed SAS interfaces supporting up to 12 Gbps per port
• Integrated cache memory with advanced write-back algorithms for fast data access
• Modular design that simplifies installation, upgrade and replacement
• Comprehensive management through HP 3PAR Management Console and CLI tools
• Energy efficient operation with reduced power consumption per node

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 683245-001
• Form factor: 2U rack-mountable module
• Processor: Dual Intel Xeon CPUs, up to 8 cores each
• Memory: Up to 256 GB DDR4 ECC RAM
• Cache: Configurable SSD cache up to 1 TB per controller
• SAS ports: 8 x 12 Gbps front-side ports
• Supported RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Power supply: Redundant hot-swap power modules

Applications

This controller node is ideal for:

• Virtualized server environments that demand high I/O performance
• Database platforms such as Oracle, SQL Server and MySQL requiring fast transaction processing
• Backup and recovery solutions where rapid data movement is critical
• Enterprise cloud infrastructures needing scalable storage capacity
• Large file services and media streaming workloads that benefit from low latency access

By adding the HP Controller Node Module 7200 to your 3PAR array, you gain a robust, future-proof solution that maximizes uptime, accelerates data delivery, and supports growth without disruption.