5394C - Dell Adaptec 2944 SCSI PCI Controller Card

SKU 5394C

Brand DELL

Wide Ultra SCSI interface
32-bit PCI bus connector
Supports 2944 Wide SCSI speeds
Provides connectivity for SCSI hard drives, tape drives, and scanners
Designed for older server and workstation systems
Reliable SCSI connectivity
Plug-and-play installation (driver dependent)
Suitable for legacy systems requiring SCSI support
Single-channel SCSI support
Low profile bracket may be included (check specific model)

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Key specifications

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Interface: 32-bit PCI
SCSI Standard: Wide Ultra SCSI
Number of Ports: 1 (typically Wide SCSI connector)
Data Transfer Rate: Up to 40MB/s (Ultra SCSI Wide)
Bus Width: 32-bit
Connector Type: Internal/External (check specific model)

Product details

The Dell 5394C is a 2944 Wide Ultra SCSI PCI 32-Bit Controller Card. It provides connectivity for older SCSI devices in systems with 32-bit PCI slots.

Technical Information

Interface	32-bit PCI
SCSI Standard	Wide Ultra SCSI
Number of Ports	1 (typically Wide SCSI connector)

Additional Specifications

Data Transfer Rate	Up to 40MB/s (Ultra SCSI Wide)
Bus Width	32-bit
Connector Type	Internal/External (check specific model)

Description

The Dell 5394C is a 32-bit PCI controller card featuring a Wide Ultra SCSI interface, designed to connect legacy SCSI peripherals to older server and workstation systems. This card is essential for maintaining compatibility with a range of SCSI devices, including hard drives, tape backup units, and scanners, that were prevalent in computing environments prior to the widespread adoption of SATA and SAS interfaces. Operating on a 32-bit PCI bus, the 5394C provides a reliable pathway for data transfer at speeds compatible with Wide Ultra SCSI standards, typically up to 40MB/s. While not as fast as modern interfaces, this speed is sufficient for many legacy applications and devices that rely on SCSI technology. The card typically features a single channel with a Wide SCSI connector, allowing for the connection of multiple SCSI devices in a daisy-chain configuration, subject to SCSI ID limitations and termination requirements. This controller card is a valuable component for organizations that need to support existing hardware or migrate data from older systems that utilize SCSI storage. Its primary function is to bridge the gap between older SCSI technology and the PCI bus architecture found in many established computer systems. Proper driver installation is usually required for the operating system to recognize and utilize the controller and its connected devices.

Condition: Refurbished