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FW480 - EMC / Dell 2-port iSCSI Personality Card for CX3-10c Disk Storage Array
- iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) storage controller.
- Enables block-level storage access over standard Ethernet networks.
- Provides a cost-effective alternative to Fibre Channel SANs.
- Designed for integration with Dell servers and storage systems.
- Facilitates network-attached storage (NAS) and storage area network (SAN) deployments.
- Simplifies storage management and scalability.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Interface
- iSCSI
- Functionality
- Storage Controller
- Network Protocol
- Ethernet
- Manufacturer
- Dell
- Part Number
- FW480
Product details
The Dell FW480 is an iSCSI Storage Controller designed to enable network-based storage access over standard Ethernet networks. It allows servers to connect to iSCSI targets, providing a cost-effective and flexible storage solution.
Technical Information
| Interface | iSCSI |
| Functionality | Storage Controller |
| Network Protocol | Ethernet |
Additional Specifications
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Part Number | FW480 |
Description
The Dell FW480 is an iSCSI Storage Controller, a specialized piece of hardware that bridges the gap between servers and network-attached storage using the iSCSI protocol. iSCSI allows for block-level storage commands and responses to be transmitted over standard TCP/IP networks, effectively extending storage area network (SAN) capabilities over Ethernet infrastructure. This offers a more economical and flexible approach to storage networking compared to traditional Fibre Channel SANs, leveraging existing network investments. This controller is designed to facilitate high-performance access to iSCSI storage targets. By offloading iSCSI processing from the server's main CPU, the FW480 enhances server performance and allows for greater scalability of storage resources. It enables servers to 'see' and access remote storage devices as if they were locally attached hard drives, providing the benefits of centralized storage management, data sharing, and improved utilization. Integration with Dell servers and storage systems is a key aspect of the FW480's design, ensuring compatibility and optimized performance within the Dell ecosystem. It is an ideal solution for organizations looking to implement scalable, cost-effective storage solutions, whether for direct-attached storage expansion, building private clouds, or consolidating storage resources. The FW480 simplifies the deployment and management of network storage, making advanced storage technologies more accessible.
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