HP H222 Host Bus Adapter - Storage Controller - 8 Port SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 6Gb/s Low-Profile PCIe 3.0 x8

The HP H222 Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance storage controller designed for HP ProLiant Gen8 servers. It provides eight internal ports via two Mini-SAS SFF-8087 connectors, supporting both SAS and SATA drives at 6Gb/s per port. This low-profile PCIe 3.0 x8 card operates in HBA mode (JBOD/IT) and is ideal for direct-attached storage configurations requiring maximum flexibility and reliability.

Advantages

Cost-effective solution for expanding storage capacity without RAID overhead. Supports up to 8 drives with 6Gb/s throughput per port. Low-profile form factor fits in space-constrained server chassis. Backward compatible with PCIe 2.0 slots.

Suitable for

• HP ProLiant DL380p Gen8, ML350p Gen8, and other Gen8 servers
• Direct-attached storage (DAS) environments
• JBOD configurations for software-defined storage
• Video surveillance, backup, and archival systems

Key specifications

• Controller Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
• Host Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Internal Connectors: 2 x Mini-SAS SFF-8087
• Number of Internal Ports: 8 (4 lanes per connector)
• Supported Drive Interfaces: SAS 6Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6Gb/s per port
• Form Factor: Low-Profile, Half-Height, Half-Length PCIe Card
• RAID Support: No hardware RAID (JBOD/IT mode only)
• Controller Chipset: LSI SAS2308
• Operating Modes: HBA (Initiator-Target) mode
• Compatibility: HP ProLiant Gen8 Servers
• Operating System Support: Windows Server, Linux, VMware ESXi
• Bracket Included: Low-profile bracket
• Power Consumption: Typically 7-10W (max)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
• Storage Protocols: SAS, SATA

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this HBA with HP SAS or SATA enterprise drives. Ensure your server has an available PCIe 3.0 x8 slot. The low-profile bracket is pre-installed; a full-height bracket is not included.