Controller - SCSI Controller

SCSI Controller

Countless bytes of data is sent and received by several components of your computer each day, and the SCSI Controller card is the part of your system tasked with the important duty of enabling your peripheral devices to communicate effectively with your operating system.

As a store dedicated to meeting all your hardware needs we stock the best range of SCSI cards at ALLHDD. Our products meet all SCSI standards, and our customer service gives you an enjoyable and personalized shopping experience.

We not only stock the best SCSI cards, we have other hardware devices in other categories as well. Be sure to check them out if you like our selections for an SCSI Controller.

Things you should know about an SCSI card

The SCSI controller is also commonly known as a Host Bus Adapter. The SCSI (which is also known as "skuzzy") is one of the oldest forms of hard drive connections which connect multiple devices such as hard disks, tapes, scanners, and CD/ DVD drives.

An SCSI controller card can easily handle transfer speeds ranging from 4MB per second to 320MB per second. This device easily plugs into your PCI slot and supports the connection of several devices. Finding a Motherboard already built in with a SCSI controller is usually common only in servers.

Usually, your SCSI Controller will need an SCSI ID (normally a Jumper or Pushpin), and each device requires that you input a unique ID. SCSI IDs usually range from 0-7 (in the case of narrow SCSIs) and 0-15 (in the case of wide SCSIs). Attempting to use a SCSI controller without a unique ID will usually lead to a target clash, rendering the whole bus inoperable.

Similar to other hardware devices, the SCSI bus carries data, information, and power supply from one point to the other, and various SCSI controllers have various bus widths, speeds, and connectors.

With a SCSI Card, the exchange of data between all connected devices is carried out through a single cable, and this is a great advantage. SCSI cards also work well with all types of computers, and since these devices are easily obtainable, you can easily upgrade your old devices to new ones endowed with better features and higher capacities.

Although a traditional SCSI card requires some configuration and management throughout its lifespan to maximize its efficacy, these devices will allow you read and write data at speeds incomparable to that of a conventional hard disk.

Why should you buy your next SCSI Controller card from ALLHDD?

At ALLHDD, we make you a promise of quality information coupled with standard products and great prices. Our team is dedicated to bringing you a selection of the best hardware gadgets to suit your needs.

We stock a range of powerful single channel SCSI cards, and an exciting collection of other products as well. Need a lasting solution to all your hardware needs? Take a look around the store to see our collection of appealing gadgets at even more appealing prices.