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Dell T8834 PERC 3Gb/s SAS 256MB PCI Express x8 Raid Controller
- 3Gb/s SAS interface.
- PCI Express (PCIe) x8 bus interface.
- 256MB cache memory.
- Hardware RAID controller.
- Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10.
- Enhances data reliability and performance.
- Designed for Dell servers.
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Product Overview
The Dell T8834 is a PCI Express x8 RAID controller featuring a 3Gb/s SAS interface and 256MB of cache memory. It is designed to provide hardware RAID capabilities for servers, enhancing data protection and improving storage performance for connected SAS and SATA drives.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller Card |
| Interface | SAS 3Gb/s |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
Additional Specifications
| Bus Interface | PCIe x8 |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Controller Model | PERC (Specific model not detailed in title) |
Product Description
The Dell T8834 is a robust PCI Express x8 RAID controller engineered to deliver enhanced storage performance and data protection for Dell servers. Equipped with a 3Gb/s SAS interface, it offers efficient connectivity to a wide range of SAS and SATA hard drives, enabling faster data access and transfer speeds compared to software RAID solutions. The inclusion of 256MB of onboard cache memory plays a crucial role in accelerating RAID operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data and RAID parity information, thereby reducing latency and improving the overall throughput of the storage subsystem. This hardware-based approach ensures that RAID calculations are handled efficiently, freeing up the server's CPU for other critical tasks. This controller supports essential RAID levels, including RAID 0 for performance enhancement through striping, RAID 1 for data redundancy via mirroring, RAID 5 for a balance of performance, capacity, and redundancy using parity, and RAID 10 for a combination of striping and mirroring for optimal performance and protection. These configurations are vital for ensuring data integrity and availability, protecting against single drive failures and minimizing the risk of data loss. The PCIe x8 interface provides ample bandwidth, ensuring that the controller can keep pace with high-speed drives and demanding I/O operations. The Dell T8834 is designed for seamless integration into compatible Dell server platforms, leveraging Dell's ecosystem for management and support. It represents a reliable solution for businesses requiring dependable data protection and improved storage performance without the need for the most advanced, high-end controllers. Its capabilities make it suitable for a variety of server roles, including file servers, application servers, and entry-level database servers where data integrity and reasonable performance are key requirements.
