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Dell 0998162-20 iSCSI Storage Controller
- iSCSI initiator functionality for network storage access.
- Utilizes standard Ethernet infrastructure for storage connectivity.
- Provides block-level access to remote storage.
- Designed for Dell server environments.
- Offers a cost-effective alternative to Fibre Channel SANs.
- Enhances storage flexibility and scalability.
- Supports high-speed data transfers over IP networks.
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Product Overview
The Dell 0998162-20 is an iSCSI Storage Controller designed to facilitate network-attached storage access over standard Ethernet networks. It enables servers to connect to storage resources using the iSCSI protocol, offering a flexible and scalable storage solution.
Technical Information
| Interface | iSCSI over Ethernet |
| Form Factor | PCIe (assumed) |
Additional Specifications
| Product Line | Dell |
Product Description
The Dell 0998162-20 iSCSI Storage Controller is a specialized adapter that enables servers to access storage devices over standard IP networks using the iSCSI protocol. This technology allows for the creation of Storage Area Networks (SANs) without the need for dedicated Fibre Channel infrastructure, leveraging existing Ethernet cabling and switches. The controller acts as an iSCSI initiator, presenting remote storage volumes to the host server as if they were locally attached disks. This controller is designed to provide high performance and reliability for storage traffic. By offloading iSCSI processing from the host CPU, it ensures that server resources are available for applications, leading to improved overall system performance. It supports features that enhance data transfer efficiency and reliability, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing. The Dell 0998162-20 offers a flexible and scalable approach to storage management. It allows organizations to centralize their storage resources and easily expand capacity as needed. This solution is particularly beneficial for businesses looking to implement a cost-effective SAN solution, consolidate storage, and improve data accessibility and management across their infrastructure.
