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3ware 9650SE-2LP 2-Ports SATA PCI Express x1 RAID Controller Card
- 2-Port SATA RAID Controller
- PCI Express x1 Interface
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
- Utilizes 3ware's RAID management technology
- Designed for entry-level servers and workstations
- Provides SATA II (3Gb/s) connectivity
- Hardware RAID acceleration
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Product Overview
The 3ware 9650SE-2LP is a 2-port SATA PCI Express x1 RAID controller card, providing essential RAID functionality for smaller storage configurations.
Technical Information
| RAID Controller Type | SATA RAID Controller |
| Ports | 2 |
| Interface | SATA II (3Gb/s) |
| Bus Interface | PCI Express x1 |
Additional Specifications
| Supported RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD |
| Cache Memory | Not specified in title, typically 64MB or 128MB |
| Form Factor | PCIe x1 Add-in Card, Low-Profile |
Product Description
The 3ware 9650SE-2LP is an entry-level RAID controller designed for systems that require reliable storage management for a limited number of SATA drives. Featuring two SATA II (3Gb/s) ports, this card is suitable for creating basic RAID configurations such as RAID 0 for performance or RAID 1 for redundancy. The PCI Express x1 interface makes it compatible with a wide range of motherboards, including those with limited PCIe slot availability, while still offering adequate bandwidth for its intended use cases. This controller supports essential RAID levels including RAID 0 (striping), RAID 1 (mirroring), RAID 5 (striping with parity), RAID 10 (striped mirrors), and JBOD (Just a Bunch Of Disks). This selection provides flexibility for users to choose the optimal configuration based on their needs for performance, data protection, or simple drive expansion. 3ware's robust RAID management software allows for easy setup, monitoring, and maintenance of the storage arrays. The 9650SE-2LP incorporates hardware RAID acceleration, which offloads the processing burden of RAID calculations from the host CPU. This ensures that system resources are available for other applications, leading to improved overall system performance. The 'LP' designation indicates a low-profile form factor, making it ideal for installation in smaller computer chassis, such as slim desktops or compact servers. It's a cost-effective solution for enhancing storage reliability and performance in environments where only a few drives are needed.
