1631T - Dell PERC 2 Dual Channel SCSI RAID Controller Card
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Key specifications
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- RAID Controller
- Interface
- PCI
- Ports
- 2 x SCSI
- Cache Memory
- 16MB
- Brand
- Dell
- Model
- 1631T
Product details
The Dell 1631T PERC2 is a 2-port SCSI PCI RAID controller card featuring 16MB of cache. It is designed to manage and enhance the performance and reliability of SCSI storage devices in server environments.
Specifications
- Controller Type
- RAID Controller
- Interface
- PCI
- Ports
- 2 x SCSI
- Cache Memory
- 16MB
- Brand
- Dell
- Model
- 1631T
Description
The Dell 1631T PERC2 is a robust RAID controller card that leverages the PCI bus for connectivity within a server. It is specifically designed to work with SCSI storage devices, providing advanced data management and protection capabilities. The inclusion of 16MB of cache memory helps to accelerate I/O operations by buffering frequently accessed data, thereby improving overall system responsiveness. With two SCSI ports, this controller allows for the connection of multiple SCSI drives, enabling the implementation of various RAID levels. RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations can offer benefits such as data redundancy, fault tolerance, and improved read/write performance, depending on the chosen RAID level (e.g., RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5). This makes the PERC2 a valuable component for servers requiring reliable and high-performance storage solutions. This controller card is an ideal choice for older server systems that utilize SCSI technology and require enhanced storage management. Its primary function is to provide a hardware-based RAID solution, offloading the processing of RAID calculations from the host CPU. This dedicated hardware approach ensures consistent performance and reliability for critical data storage, making it suitable for applications where data integrity and availability are essential.
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