HP AP836B 592261-002 HP P2000 G3 MSA FC ARRAY CONTROLLER

Description:

The HPE AP836B (spare 592261-002) is a Fibre Channel array controller for the P2000 G3 Modular Smart Array (MSA) storage system. It manages RAID processing, data flow, and communication between servers and storage disks using high-speed 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity. Designed for enterprise storage environments, it supports scalable and redundant configurations for high availability and performance.

Applications:

The HPE AP836B controller is used in enterprise and industrial storage systems requiring high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity and reliable data management. Typical applications include data centers, virtualization environments, backup systems, and mission-critical storage infrastructures where performance and redundancy are essential.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): AP836B
• Spare Part Number: 592261-002
• Product Type: Storage Array Controller Module
• Series: HP P2000 G3 MSA
• Interface: 8Gb Fibre Channel
• Ports: Typically 2 × Fibre Channel ports per controller
• Controller Type: Modular RAID controller
• RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50
• Cache Memory: ~2GB (model dependent)
• Connectivity: Supports expansion enclosures (MSA disk shelves)
• Redundancy: Dual-controller capable (active-active configuration)
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, SNMP
• Mounting Type: Slot-in controller (rear of array chassis)
• Compatibility: HP P2000 G3 FC MSA arrays only
• Data Transfer: High-speed Fibre Channel for low latency
• Status: Discontinued / legacy platform

Common Replacements:

• HPE AP837B (FC/iSCSI combo controller)
• HPE MSA 2040 FC controllers
• HPE MSA 2050 / 2060 series