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Dell PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM Powervault Md1220 SAS 6Gb/s Base & Redundant Esm Controller

SKU PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM
Brand Dell
  • Base & Redundant ESM Controller for Dell PowerVault MD1220.
  • SAS 6Gb/s interface for high-speed data transfer.
  • Enables server connectivity to the MD1220 expansion enclosure.
  • Provides redundancy for enhanced availability.
  • Designed for enterprise storage expansion.
  • Supports multiple drive configurations within the MD1220.
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Key specifications

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Part Number
PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM
Brand
Dell
Product Type
SAS 6Gb/s Base & Redundant ESM Controller
System Compatibility
Dell PowerVault MD1220

Product details

The Dell PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM is a PowerVault MD1220 SAS 6Gb/s Base & Redundant ESM Controller. It serves as the primary controller for the MD1220 expansion enclosure, enabling high-speed SAS connectivity for servers.

Technical Information

Part NumberPV-MD1220-BASE-ESM
BrandDell

Additional Specifications

Product TypeSAS 6Gb/s Base & Redundant ESM Controller
System CompatibilityDell PowerVault MD1220

Description

The Dell PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM is a critical component for the Dell PowerVault MD1220 direct-attached storage (DAS) enclosure. This unit functions as the base and redundant controller, managing the SAS 6Gb/s interface that connects the MD1220 to host servers. The inclusion of a redundant ESM (Enclosure Services Module) ensures high availability, allowing the system to continue operating even if one controller fails. This controller is responsible for managing the drives within the MD1220 enclosure, presenting them to the host server as logical volumes. Its 6Gb/s SAS interface provides high-speed data transfer rates, essential for performance-sensitive applications and large data sets. The PV-MD1220-BASE-ESM is designed to facilitate storage expansion for Dell PowerEdge servers and other compatible systems, offering a cost-effective way to add significant storage capacity. By providing robust connectivity and redundancy, this controller ensures the reliability and performance of the PowerVault MD1220. It is a key element in building scalable and resilient storage solutions for businesses that require direct-attached storage with enterprise-grade features.

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