Smart Array P410i License Key 12: A Complete Guide to SAAP Features and Installation
Smart Array P410i License Key 12: What You Need to Know
Introduction
If you are using an HP server with a Smart Array P410i controller, you might be wondering what is a license key and why do you need one. In this article, we will explain what is Smart Array P410i, what are its features, what is a license key, and how to get one.
Smart Array P410i License Key 12
Smart Array P410i is an 8-port Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) RAID controller that is embedded in some HP ProLiant servers. It supports up to 24 drives depending on the server model and configuration. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1+0, 5, and 50, and can be upgraded with a battery-backed write cache (BBWC) or a flash-backed write cache (FBWC) module for improved performance and data protection.
A license key is a unique code that enables certain features or functionalities of a software or hardware product. For Smart Array P410i, you need a license key to activate the HP Smart Array Advanced Pack (SAAP), which is a collection of advanced features that enhance the performance, reliability, and flexibility of the controller. Some of the features of SAAP are:
RAID 6 and RAID 60: These are RAID levels that provide dual parity protection, which means they can tolerate up to two simultaneous drive failures without data loss. RAID 6 is for single logical drive with up to 16 physical drives, while RAID 60 is for multiple logical drives with up to 64 physical drives.
Advanced Capacity Expansion: This is a feature that allows you to add more drives or replace existing drives with larger ones without taking the array offline or losing data. You can also migrate from one RAID level to another, such as from RAID 5 to RAID 6.
Mirror Splitting and Recombining: This is a feature that allows you to split a mirrored array into two independent arrays, or recombine two independent arrays into a mirrored array. This can be useful for backup, recovery, or migration purposes.
Performance Optimization-Degraded Reads and Read Coalescing: These are features that improve the read performance of the array when it is in a degraded state (i.e., when one or more drives have failed) or when it is undergoing a rebuild or expansion process. They do this by optimizing the read patterns and reducing the number of read requests.
SSD Smart Path: This is a feature that enhances the performance of solid state drives (SSDs) by bypassing the RAID controller for read operations and sending them directly to the SSDs. This reduces the latency and CPU overhead of the controller.
By using SAAP, you can get the most out of your Smart Array P410i controller and optimize your storage performance, availability, and efficiency. In the next section, we will show you how to get a license key for Smart Array P410i.
How to Get a License Key for Smart Array P410i
If you want to use SAAP features on your Smart Array P410i controller, you need to get a license key from HP or authorized resellers. There are two types of license keys available: evaluation and permanent. An evaluation license key is free and valid for 60 days, while a permanent license key is paid and valid indefinitely. You can obtain an evaluation license key from the HP website, and purchase a permanent license key from HP or authorized resellers. Here are the steps to get a license key for Smart Array P410i:
How to obtain a free evaluation license key from HP website
Go to the HP Smart Array Advanced Pack Evaluation License Key page.
Fill in the required information, such as your name, email address, company name, country, and controller serial number. You can find the controller serial number on the label of the controller or by using HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) or HP Smart Array Configuration Utility (ACU).
Click on "Submit" and wait for an email from HP with your evaluation license key and instructions on how to install it.
How to install the license key using HP Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) or HP Smart Array Configuration Utility (ACU)
Launch SSA or ACU on your server. You can access SSA from the HP Intelligent Provisioning menu during boot up, or from the operating system if you have installed it. You can access ACU from the HP System Tools menu during boot up, or from the operating system if you have installed it.
Select your Smart Array P410i controller from the list of devices.
Click on "Controller Settings" and then on "Manage License Keys".
Click on "Enter License Key" and paste your license key in the text box.
Click on "Apply" and wait for the confirmation message.
How to check the status and expiration date of the license key
Launch SSA or ACU on your server.
Select your Smart Array P410i controller from the list of devices.
Click on "Controller Settings" and then on "Manage License Keys".
Click on "View License Key" and check the status and expiration date of the license key.
You have successfully installed the evaluation license key for Smart Array P410i. You can now use the SAAP features for 60 days. If you want to extend or renew the license key, you need to purchase a permanent one. In the next section, we will show you how to do that.
How to Extend or Renew a License Key for Smart Array P410i
If you want to continue using the SAAP features on your Smart Array P410i controller after the evaluation period, you need to purchase a permanent license key from HP or authorized resellers. A permanent license key is valid indefinitely and does not expire. You can apply the permanent license key using SSA or ACU, just like the evaluation license key. Here are the steps to extend or renew a license key for Smart Array P410i:
How to purchase a permanent license key from HP or authorized resellers
Go to the HP Smart Array Advanced Pack page.
Select your region and country from the drop-down menus.
Click on "Buy Now" and follow the instructions to complete your purchase. You will need to provide your controller serial number and your payment details.
Wait for an email from HP with your permanent license key and instructions on how to install it.
How to apply the permanent license key using SSA or ACU
Launch SSA or ACU on your server.
Select your Smart Array P410i controller from the list of devices.
Click on "Controller Settings" and then on "Manage License Keys".
Click on "Enter License Key" and paste your permanent license key in the text box.
Click on "Apply" and wait for the confirmation message.
How to verify the activation and validity of the permanent license key
Launch SSA or ACU on your server.
Select your Smart Array P410i controller from the list of devices.
Click on "Controller Settings" and then on "Manage License Keys".
Click on "View License Key" and check the status and validity of the permanent license key. It should say "Activated" and "Permanent".
You have successfully extended or renewed the license key for Smart Array P410i. You can now use the SAAP features indefinitely. If you encounter any issues with the license key, you can troubleshoot them in the next section.
How to Troubleshoot Common Issues with License Key for Smart Array P410i
Sometimes, you might face some problems with the license key for Smart Array P410i, such as error messages, warnings, or loss of functionality. In this section, we will show you how to troubleshoot some common issues with the license key and how to resolve them.
How to resolve error messages or warnings related to license key installation or activation
If you see any error messages or warnings when you try to install or activate the license key for Smart Array P410i, such as "Invalid License Key", "License Key Already Used", "License Key Expired", or "License Key Not Found", you can try the following solutions:
Make sure you have entered the correct license key in the text box. Check for any typos, spaces, or extra characters. Copy and paste the license key from the email instead of typing it manually.
Make sure you have selected the correct controller from the list of devices. The license key is tied to the serial number of the controller, so it will not work on another controller. You can find the serial number of your controller on its label or by using SSA or ACU.
Make sure you have installed the latest firmware and drivers for your controller. You can download them from HP Support Center. Updating the firmware and drivers might fix some compatibility issues with the license key.
Make sure you have an active internet connection when you install or activate the license key. The controller might need to communicate with HP servers to validate the license key.
If none of these solutions work, contact HP support and provide them with your controller serial number, license key, and error message. They might be able to help you fix the issue or generate a new license key for you.
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