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Dell 01631T PERC2 2-Ports SCSI PCI 16MB Cache RAID Controller Card
- Dell PERC2 RAID Controller Card.
- 2x SCSI ports for connecting storage devices.
- 16MB onboard cache memory.
- Provides RAID levels 0, 1, and 5.
- Enhances data protection and performance.
- Utilizes PCI interface for connectivity.
- Suitable for older Dell PowerEdge servers.
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Product Overview
The Dell 01631T is a PERC2 RAID Controller Card, featuring 2 SCSI ports and 16MB of cache memory. This PCI card is designed to manage SCSI hard drives, providing RAID functionality for data redundancy and performance enhancement in older server systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PERC2 |
| Part Number | 01631T |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | PCI |
| Ports | 2x SCSI |
| Cache Memory | 16MB |
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5 |
Product Description
The Dell 01631T is a PERC2 (PowerEdge RAID Controller 2) card, a legacy RAID controller designed for older Dell server systems. This card connects via the PCI bus and is equipped with two SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) ports, enabling it to manage multiple SCSI hard drives. The inclusion of 16MB of cache memory helps to buffer data transfers, improving the overall performance of disk operations compared to controllers without cache. This controller supports essential RAID levels, typically including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), and RAID 5 (striping with parity for a balance of performance and redundancy). By implementing these RAID configurations, users can protect their data against single drive failures and potentially increase read/write speeds, depending on the chosen RAID level. It was a common upgrade for Dell PowerEdge servers of its era to provide more robust storage management. Given its PCI interface and SCSI connectivity, the Dell 01631T is primarily intended for use in older server hardware. It represents a solution for systems that require hardware-based RAID for critical data storage and management. Its functionality is crucial for ensuring data availability and system stability in environments where data integrity is paramount.
