PY331 - Dell PERC 5I PCI-Express SAS RAID Controller for PowerEdge 1950 2950

SKU PY331

Brand DELL

3Gb/s SAS interface.
SATA/150 support.
PCI Express (PCIe) x8 bus interface.
256MB cache memory.
Hardware RAID controller.
Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10.
Enhances data reliability and performance.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: RAID Controller Card
Interface: SAS 3Gb/s, SATA/150
Cache Memory: 256MB
Bus Interface: PCIe x8
RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10
Controller Model: PERC (Specific model not detailed in title)

Product details

The Dell PY331 is a PCIe x8 RAID controller featuring a 3Gb/s SAS interface and 256MB of cache. It supports SATA/150 drives and provides hardware RAID capabilities for enhanced data protection and performance in Dell servers.

Technical Information

Product Type	RAID Controller Card
Interface	SAS 3Gb/s, SATA/150
Cache Memory	256MB

Additional Specifications

Bus Interface	PCIe x8
RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 10
Controller Model	PERC (Specific model not detailed in title)

Description

The Dell PY331 is a versatile PCI Express x8 RAID controller designed to enhance the storage capabilities of Dell servers. It supports both 3Gb/s SAS and SATA/150 interfaces, allowing it to connect with a broad range of hard drives and solid-state drives, offering flexibility in storage configurations. The controller features 256MB of onboard cache memory, which significantly accelerates RAID operations by buffering data and parity information, thereby reducing latency and improving overall I/O performance. By providing hardware-based RAID processing, the PY331 offloads these intensive tasks from the server's CPU, ensuring that system resources are available for running applications efficiently. This controller supports essential RAID levels including RAID 0 for performance gains through striping, RAID 1 for data redundancy via mirroring, RAID 5 for a balance of performance, capacity, and protection using parity, and RAID 10 for a combination of striping and mirroring. These RAID configurations are critical for ensuring data integrity and availability, protecting against single drive failures and minimizing the risk of data loss. The PCIe x8 interface ensures sufficient bandwidth for high-speed data transfers, making it suitable for demanding workloads. The Dell PY331 is engineered for seamless integration into compatible Dell server environments. It represents a reliable and cost-effective solution for businesses looking to implement robust data protection and improve storage performance. Its capabilities make it well-suited for various server roles, including file servers, application servers, and entry-level database servers where data reliability and reasonable performance are paramount.

Condition: Refurbished