Safe Checkout
Secure Payments
Fast Delivery
Order Today
Free Shipping
Across the US
Easy Returns
Hassle-Free
Dell 3512D PERC2 16MB Cache RAID Controller Card
- PERC2 RAID Controller
- 16MB Cache Memory
- Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10
- Enhances data protection and availability
- Improves I/O performance
- Compatible with various Dell PowerEdge servers
- Provides hardware-based RAID management
Click on Inquire to get latest price
Free U.S. Ground Shipping
Typically 1-2 handling + 3-7 transit days
Purchase orders accepted
For government, enterprise, data center, and small business customers.
Bulk Purchase Inquiry
Volume pricing and availability
Product Overview
The Dell 3512D is a PERC2 RAID controller card featuring 16MB of cache memory. It is designed to manage multiple hard drives, providing data redundancy, improved performance, and fault tolerance for Dell server systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Controller Model | PERC2 |
| Cache Memory | 16MB |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI (typically) |
| RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
Product Description
The Dell 3512D PERC2 RAID controller card is an essential component for server storage management, offering advanced data protection and performance enhancement capabilities. Equipped with 16MB of onboard cache memory, this controller accelerates read and write operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, thereby reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. The PERC2 architecture is designed to handle demanding I/O workloads, making it suitable for a wide range of server applications. This controller supports multiple RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) levels, including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for balance), and RAID 10 (striped mirrors for performance and redundancy). By implementing these RAID configurations, businesses can achieve enhanced data availability, protect against drive failures, and optimize storage performance according to their specific needs. The hardware-based RAID processing offloads these tasks from the server's CPU, freeing up system resources for other applications. The Dell 3512D is typically integrated into Dell PowerEdge servers, providing a reliable and scalable storage solution. Its robust feature set ensures data integrity and system uptime, which are critical for business continuity. The controller's compatibility with various Dell server models makes it a versatile choice for upgrading or maintaining existing server infrastructure.
