Description
Compaq Smart-2SL 242777-001 PCI SCSI Array Controller Card 32MB Cache
The Compaq Smart-2SL is a full-length PCI SCSI array controller card designed for use in Compaq ProLiant servers. It provides hardware-based SCSI disk array management with 32MB of onboard cache memory, offloading array processing from the host CPU to improve storage throughput in server environments. Part number 242777-001, assembled in the USA per the board label.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Compaq
- Model: Smart-2SL
- Part Number (MPN): 242777-001
- Assembly Number: AS#006888-001
- DG Number: DG#006889
- Hardware Revision: Rev OK
- Bus Interface: PCI (full-length card)
- Onboard Cache: 32MB
- Controller Type: SCSI Array Controller
- Main Controller ASIC: IBM (large BGA package, visible on PCB)
- External SCSI Port: High-density 68-pin SCSI connector on bracket
- Internal Connectors: Wide (68-pin) and narrow (50-pin) SCSI headers visible on PCB
- Country of Manufacture: USA (per board label)
- Card only — no cables or accessories included
Applications
The Compaq Smart-2SL was part of Compaq's Smart Array controller lineup introduced in the mid-to-late 1990s for ProLiant server platforms. These controllers provided hardware RAID functionality — supporting RAID 0, 1, and 4/5 configurations depending on firmware — allowing server administrators to build fault-tolerant disk arrays from standard SCSI hard drives without relying on the host CPU for parity calculations. The Smart-2SL was commonly deployed in Compaq ProLiant 1500, 2500, 3000, 4000, and 5000 series rack and tower servers, as well as other PCI-bus ProLiant models of that generation. Today these cards are sought by technicians maintaining legacy ProLiant server infrastructure, hobbyists running vintage server setups, and data recovery specialists who need compatible controllers to access arrays originally built on Smart-2SL hardware. Because array metadata and stripe configurations are controller-specific, having the original controller model is often essential for recovering data from an existing array.
This Compaq Smart-2SL 242777-001 PCI SCSI Array Controller Card has been inspected and appears to be in good condition. The PCB is clean with no visible cracks, burned components, or damaged traces. The bracket and external SCSI port are intact. Normal light handling wear is present consistent with prior server use. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Compaq |
Model: |
Smart-2SL |
MPN: |
242777-001 |
Secondary Model: |
AS#006888-001 |
Type: |
PCI SCSI Array Controller Card |
SKU: |
20208 |
Cache Memory: |
32MB |
Bus Interface: |
PCI |
SCSI Type: |
SCSI |
Controller Chipset: |
IBM (main ASIC visible on PCB) |
Form Factor: |
Full-Length PCI Card |
Hardware Revision: |
Rev OK |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
USA |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected and in Good Condition |
Compatible With: |
Compaq ProLiant servers (Smart-2SL compatible) |
Seller Notes: |
Card only; no cables included. Assembled in USA per label. |
Condition Notes: |
Compaq Smart-2SL 242777-001 PCI SCSI Array Controller Card. Inspected and in good condition. PCB clean, bracket intact, no visible damage. Normal light wear from prior server use. |
