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Dell TU005 PERC 3Gb/s SAS 256MB PCI Express Raid Controller
- Controller Type: PERC RAID Controller
- Interface: SAS 3Gb/s
- Cache Memory: 256MB
- Bus Interface: PCI Express
- RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 5, 10
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers
- Provides data redundancy and performance enhancement
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Product Overview
The Dell TU005 is a PERC (PowerEdge RAID Controller) card featuring a 3Gb/s SAS interface and 256MB of cache memory. It connects via a PCI Express slot, enabling RAID configurations for enhanced data redundancy and performance. This controller is designed for Dell PowerEdge servers to manage storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Controller Type | PERC RAID Controller |
| Interface | SAS 3Gb/s |
| Cache Memory | 256MB |
Additional Specifications
| Bus Interface | PCI Express |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
Product Description
The Dell TU005 is a dedicated RAID controller designed to manage storage devices within Dell PowerEdge servers. It utilizes the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface operating at 3Gb/s, providing a robust and reliable connection for multiple hard drives or SSDs. The controller's primary function is to aggregate these drives into logical units, known as arrays, which can offer improved performance, data redundancy, or both. Equipped with 256MB of onboard cache memory, the TU005 accelerates I/O operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data. This cache significantly reduces latency and boosts throughput, especially for write-intensive workloads. The controller supports various RAID levels, including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for balance), and RAID 10 (striped mirrors for performance and redundancy), allowing administrators to choose the optimal configuration based on their specific needs. Installed via a PCI Express slot, the TU005 integrates seamlessly into compatible Dell server motherboards. It provides essential data protection features, ensuring that data can be recovered in the event of a drive failure. This makes it a critical component for maintaining data integrity and system uptime in business-critical environments.
