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Dell 0WX072 PERC 5/i SAS PCI Express 256MB Cache RAID Controller Card
- SAS RAID Controller Card
- 256MB Cache Memory
- PCI Express (PCIe) Interface
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10
- Onboard battery backup for cache protection (BBU)
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers
- Improves storage performance and data redundancy
- Supports SAS and SATA drives.
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Product Overview
The Dell 0WX072 PERC 5/i is a SAS RAID controller card designed for Dell PowerEdge servers. It provides advanced RAID capabilities with 256MB of cache memory, enabling enhanced data protection and performance for storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Controller Type | RAID Controller |
| Interface | PCI Express |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
| Drive Support | SAS, SATA |
Additional Specifications
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PERC 5/i |
| Part Number | 0WX072 |
Product Description
The Dell PERC 5/i (PowerEdge Expandable RAID Controller) is a high-performance SAS RAID controller designed to enhance the storage capabilities of Dell PowerEdge servers. Featuring a PCI Express interface, this card offers robust RAID functionality, allowing users to configure multiple hard drives into logical units for improved performance, data redundancy, or both. The controller supports essential RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, and 10, catering to a wide range of application needs from performance-intensive workloads to critical data protection scenarios. Equipped with 256MB of onboard cache memory, the PERC 5/i accelerates read and write operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data. This cache is further protected by an optional battery backup unit (BBU), which ensures that data in the cache is not lost in the event of a power failure, thereby maintaining data integrity. The controller's ability to manage both SAS and SATA drives provides flexibility in choosing storage media based on performance and cost requirements. This RAID controller is an integral component for businesses seeking to optimize their server storage infrastructure. By implementing RAID configurations, users can achieve higher throughput, fault tolerance against drive failures, and improved overall system reliability. The Dell 0WX072 is specifically designed and tested for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance within the Dell ecosystem.
