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Dell R684KC11 Powervault Md3820F 0X Controller 2X Psu 24Sff San Storage Array
- Product Type: Storage Controller
- Model Series: Dell PowerVault MD3820F
- Controller Type: 0X Controller (Primary/Secondary)
- Power Supplies: 2x PSU (Redundant)
- Drive Bays Supported: 24 x SFF (2.5-inch)
- Interface: Fibre Channel (FC) SAN
- Purpose: Central management and data access for the storage array
- High availability with redundant PSUs
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Product Overview
This is a Dell R684KC11, identified as a PowerVault MD3820F storage controller. It includes 2 Power Supply Units (PSUs) and supports 24 Small Form Factor (SFF) drives in a SAN storage array. This component is central to the operation of the MD3820F storage system.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Array Controller |
| Model | PowerVault MD3820F (Controller Module) |
| Controller Identifier | 0X |
| Power Supplies | 2x Redundant PSUs |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Bays | Supports 24 x SFF (2.5-inch) drives |
| Storage Network | Fibre Channel (FC) SAN |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
Product Description
The Dell R684KC11 represents a key component of the Dell PowerVault MD3820F storage array, specifically functioning as the storage controller module. This unit is responsible for managing the array's operations, handling data requests from connected servers, and orchestrating the performance of the installed hard drives. The '0X' designation typically refers to the primary controller in a redundant configuration, working in tandem with a secondary controller for high availability. This controller module is equipped with two redundant Power Supply Units (PSUs), ensuring continuous operation even if one power supply fails. This redundancy is critical for enterprise storage solutions where uptime is paramount. The MD3820F array itself is designed to house up to 24 Small Form Factor (SFF) 2.5-inch drives, providing a dense and scalable storage solution. The Fibre Channel (FC) interface signifies its role in Storage Area Networks (SANs), offering high-speed, low-latency connectivity suitable for demanding applications like databases and virtualization. As the brain of the PowerVault MD3820F, the R684KC11 controller enables advanced storage features such as RAID configurations, data replication, snapshots, and thin provisioning. It provides the necessary intelligence and connectivity to present storage resources to servers efficiently and reliably, making it a vital part of Dell's SAN storage offerings for businesses requiring robust and high-performance data storage.
