Dell ASC-39160-7 ASC-39160/SCSI Card, 1817206-07, D 0360MG REV A00

Product Description

The Dell ASC-39160-7 is a SCSI controller card designed to interface with SCSI storage devices, such as hard drives, tape drives, and CD-ROM drives, within Dell server and workstation systems. This card provides the necessary hardware and firmware to manage data transfer between the host system and connected SCSI peripherals, ensuring compatibility and performance for legacy or specialized storage configurations. With its specific part number 1817206-07 and revision D 0360MG REV A00, this controller is tailored for integration into particular Dell platforms. It typically connects via a PCI or similar bus slot on the motherboard, expanding the system's I/O capabilities to include SCSI connectivity. This was a common requirement for high-performance storage and data backup solutions in enterprise environments before the widespread adoption of SATA and SAS interfaces. This SCSI controller card is essential for maintaining or upgrading systems that rely on SCSI technology. It ensures that the connected SCSI devices can communicate effectively with the server, allowing for data storage, retrieval, and backup operations. Its inclusion signifies a focus on providing robust connectivity options for a range of storage peripherals.