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GP297 - Dell PERC 5e 5/E SAS / Serial Attached SCSI RAID Controller

SKU GP297
Brand DELL
  • SAS interface for connecting SAS and SATA drives.
  • PCI Express (PCIe) host interface.
  • 256MB cache memory for performance acceleration.
  • Supports various RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 10, 50).
  • Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers.
  • Provides enterprise-level data protection and performance.
  • External port for connecting external storage devices.
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Key specifications

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Product Type
RAID Controller Card
Model
PERC 5/E
Interface
SAS
Host Interface
PCI Express (PCIe)
Cache Memory
256MB
Ports
1 External SAS, 1 Internal SAS

Product details

The Dell GP297 PERC 5/E is a SAS PCI Express RAID controller card featuring 256MB of cache memory. It is designed to provide high-performance RAID solutions for Dell PowerEdge servers.

Technical Information

Product TypeRAID Controller Card
ModelPERC 5/E
InterfaceSAS

Additional Specifications

Host InterfacePCI Express (PCIe)
Cache Memory256MB
Ports1 External SAS, 1 Internal SAS

Description

The Dell GP297 PERC 5/E is a robust SAS RAID controller designed to enhance storage performance and data protection in Dell PowerEdge servers. Utilizing the PCI Express interface, it offers a high-speed connection to the server's motherboard, enabling efficient data transfer. This controller supports both SAS and SATA drives, providing flexibility in storage configuration. The inclusion of 256MB of cache memory significantly accelerates read and write operations by buffering data, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. The PERC 5/E supports a range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50. This allows administrators to configure storage arrays that balance performance, data redundancy, and capacity according to their specific needs. RAID 0 offers striping for maximum performance, while RAID 1 and 10 provide mirroring for data protection. RAID 5 and 50 add parity for fault tolerance, enabling the system to continue operating even if one or more drives fail (depending on the RAID level). The external SAS port allows for the connection of external storage enclosures, expanding storage capacity beyond the internal bays. This RAID controller is an essential component for businesses requiring reliable and high-performance storage solutions. It is particularly well-suited for applications such as databases, file servers, and virtualization environments where data integrity and fast access are critical. The Dell GP297 ensures that data is protected against drive failures while delivering the performance necessary to support demanding workloads.

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