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Dell CW21C HBA330 SAS Controller for PowerEdge MX740c
- Controller: Dell HBA330 SAS Controller
- Form Factor: Standard PCIe (or specific MX module)
- Compatibility: Dell PowerEdge MX740c
- Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- Purpose: Connects storage devices
- Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
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Product Overview
The Dell CW21C is a Dell HBA330 SAS Controller designed for Dell PowerEdge MX740c modular servers. It provides SAS connectivity for internal storage devices within the MX modular infrastructure.
Technical Information
| Controller Model | HBA330 |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Form Factor | Standard PCIe / MX Module (check specific variant) |
| Chassis Compatibility | PowerEdge MX740c |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SAS |
| Number of Ports | Typically 2 internal SAS ports (details may vary) |
| Host Bus Adapter (HBA) | |
| RAID Support | Non-RAID (HBA functionality) |
Product Description
The Dell CW21C is a Dell HBA330 SAS Controller, serving as a Host Bus Adapter (HBA) for Dell PowerEdge MX740c modular servers. This controller is designed to manage and provide connectivity to internal SAS storage devices, such as hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs), within the server's modular chassis. As an HBA, the HBA330 offers direct, high-speed access to storage, bypassing the need for integrated RAID functionality found in PERC controllers. This is beneficial for environments utilizing software-defined storage, hyper-converged solutions, or when a separate hardware RAID controller is employed. The SAS interface ensures robust and efficient data transfer rates, crucial for performance-sensitive storage applications. This controller is essential for enabling storage capabilities within the PowerEdge MX740c. Its integration allows the modular server to effectively utilize its internal drive bays, providing the foundation for storage-heavy workloads. The CW21C represents a reliable solution for direct SAS storage connectivity in Dell's MX modular server ecosystem.
