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Dell PERC5I-256MB Perc 5/I 256Mb Sas Controller
- Dell PERC 5/I SAS Controller
- 256MB Cache Memory
- RAID Controller
- Supports SAS and SATA drives
- PCIe interface
- Enhances storage performance
- Provides data redundancy and protection
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers
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Product Overview
The Dell PERC5I-256MB is a Perc 5/I SAS Controller card with 256MB of cache memory. It provides RAID capabilities and high-speed SAS connectivity for Dell PowerEdge servers, enhancing storage performance and data protection.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Model | PERC 5/I |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
| Interface | SAS / SATA |
Additional Specifications
| Bus Type | PCIe |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
Product Description
The Dell PERC5I-256MB is a powerful SAS RAID controller designed to significantly enhance the storage capabilities of Dell PowerEdge servers. Featuring the Perc 5/I chipset and equipped with 256MB of onboard cache memory, this card provides advanced RAID functionality, allowing for the creation of redundant and high-performance storage arrays. It supports a variety of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10, offering flexibility in balancing performance, data redundancy, and capacity based on specific application needs. This controller card utilizes a PCIe interface, ensuring high-speed communication with the server's motherboard. It is capable of managing both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives, providing broad compatibility with different types of storage media. The inclusion of 256MB of cache memory accelerates read and write operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, thereby reducing latency and improving overall storage throughput. This is particularly beneficial for I/O-intensive workloads. Beyond performance enhancement, the PERC5I-256MB is crucial for data protection. By implementing RAID configurations, it allows for data mirroring or striping with parity, which can protect against single or multiple drive failures. This feature is essential for maintaining business continuity and ensuring data availability in demanding server environments. Its integration into Dell PowerEdge servers makes it a reliable and optimized solution for storage management.
