Dell 342-3534 PERC 6Gb/s SAS 1GB PCI Express 2.0 x8 Raid Controller

SKU 342-3534

Brand Dell

Supports 6Gb/s SAS interface for efficient data transfer.
Equipped with 1GB cache memory for performance acceleration.
Utilizes PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface for ample bandwidth.
Offers RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 configurations for data management.
Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers.
Provides reliable storage solutions for business-critical data.

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Key specifications

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Interface: SAS 6Gb/s
Cache: 1GB
Bus Type: PCI Express 2.0 x8
RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10
Controller Type: RAID

Product details

The Dell 342-3534 PERC is a SAS RAID controller designed for enhanced storage performance and data protection. It features a 6Gb/s SAS interface and 1GB cache, providing a solid foundation for RAID configurations in various server environments.

Technical Information

Interface	SAS 6Gb/s
Cache	1GB
Bus Type	PCI Express 2.0 x8

Additional Specifications

RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 10
Controller Type	RAID

Description

The Dell 342-3534 PERC RAID controller is engineered to enhance the storage capabilities of Dell servers by providing robust data protection and improved performance. It supports a 6Gb/s SAS interface, which allows for faster communication with SAS and SATA drives, ensuring that data can be accessed and written efficiently. The inclusion of 1GB of cache memory further boosts performance by buffering data operations, reducing latency and speeding up I/O-intensive tasks. This controller utilizes the PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, offering a substantial bandwidth of 4 GB/s in each direction. This ensures that the controller can keep pace with high-speed storage devices and the demands of modern server workloads. The 342-3534 supports various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10, providing administrators with the flexibility to configure their storage arrays for optimal performance, data redundancy, or a combination of both, depending on their specific requirements. Designed primarily for Dell PowerEdge servers, the 342-3534 PERC controller is a reliable component for maintaining data integrity and ensuring business continuity. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, from general-purpose file serving to more demanding database and virtualization environments. Its robust feature set makes it a valuable upgrade for servers requiring enhanced storage management and protection capabilities.

Condition: Refurbished