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Dell 0GP297 PERC 5/E SAS PCI Express 256MB Cache RAID Controller Card
- External SAS RAID Controller
- 256MB Cache Memory
- PCI Express x8 Interface
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers
- Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
- External connectivity (e.g., for MD1000 series)
- Enhanced data security and performance
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Product Overview
The Dell 0GP297 PERC 5/E RAID Controller Card is an external SAS RAID solution for Dell PowerEdge servers. It features 256MB of cache memory and a PCIe x8 interface, providing high-performance storage expansion and data protection for external storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Interface | PCIe x8 |
| Drive Interface | SAS |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
Additional Specifications
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Connectivity | External SAS |
Product Description
The Dell 0GP297 PERC 5/E is an advanced external SAS RAID controller designed to provide robust storage expansion and data protection capabilities for Dell PowerEdge servers. This card connects to external storage enclosures, such as the Dell MD1000 series, allowing for the addition of significant storage capacity and performance. It utilizes a PCIe x8 interface to ensure high-speed communication with the server, facilitating rapid data throughput essential for demanding applications and large datasets. Featuring 256MB of onboard cache memory, the PERC 5/E accelerates read and write operations by buffering data, thereby reducing latency and improving overall system performance. This caching mechanism is crucial for environments that require fast access to data, such as video editing, large-scale data analysis, or high-performance computing. The controller supports a comprehensive set of RAID levels, including RAID 0 for maximum performance, RAID 1 for mirroring, RAID 5 for a balance of performance and redundancy, and RAID 10 for high performance with excellent fault tolerance. Designed for enterprise-grade reliability, the Dell 0GP297 PERC 5/E controller ensures data integrity and availability. It integrates seamlessly with Dell server management tools, allowing for easy configuration, monitoring, and maintenance of the RAID array. This makes it a powerful and flexible solution for organizations looking to expand their storage infrastructure while maintaining high levels of performance and data security.

