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Dell MWCY3 MegaRAID LSI 9361-8i 12GB SAS/SATA RAID Controller
- LSI MegaRAID 9361-8i
- 12Gb/s SAS/SATA Support
- 8 Internal SAS/SATA Ports
- PCI Express 3.0 x8 Interface
- Advanced RAID Levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60)
- High performance for demanding workloads
- Supports up to 128 drives (with expanders)
- Onboard cache and optional battery backup unit (BBU)
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Product Overview
The Dell MWCY3 is a MegaRAID LSI 9361-8i RAID controller, supporting 12Gb/s SAS/SATA connections. It features 8 internal ports and is designed for high-performance storage applications requiring advanced RAID capabilities and robust data protection.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Model | MegaRAID 9361-8i |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Interface | SAS/SATA |
| Number of Ports | 8 Internal |
| Data Transfer Rate | 12Gb/s |
Product Description
The Dell MWCY3, based on the LSI MegaRAID 9361-8i controller, represents a significant advancement in storage performance, supporting the 12Gb/s SAS interface. This enables dramatically faster data transfer rates compared to previous generations, crucial for high-end servers and storage arrays handling intensive workloads like large databases, video editing, and high-performance computing. With eight internal SAS/SATA ports and a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, this controller provides the bandwidth and connectivity needed to support a large number of high-speed drives. It offers a comprehensive suite of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, allowing for highly configurable storage solutions that prioritize performance, data redundancy, or a balance of both. The 9361-8i typically includes onboard cache memory (often 1GB or 2GB) and supports optional CacheVault or Battery Backup Unit (BBU) modules. These features protect data in the event of a power loss, ensuring data integrity and preventing data loss from cached writes. The MWCY3 is a top-tier solution for enterprise environments demanding maximum storage performance and reliability.
