Description
Product Overview of Adaptec ASR-31605
The Adaptec ASR-31605 PCI-E X8 SAS-SATA W/256MB Cache Controller Card is a high-performance hardware solution that enhances server performance by providing additional storage capabilities. It is designed to meet the needs of enterprise-level data centers and IT professionals who require fast and reliable storage solutions. This article will explain the features, benefits, and functionality of this device.
Features
The Adaptec ASR-31605 Controller Card is a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controller that supports up to 16 SAS or SATA hard disk drives. The device comes equipped with a PCI Express x8 interface, which provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 2.5 Gbps. This feature allows for faster data access and transfer rates, which is essential for enterprise-level applications.
The device has a built-in 256MB DDR2 cache memory module that provides additional storage capabilities. The cache memory module uses a battery backup unit (BBU) to protect data in case of a power outage. This feature ensures that data is not lost or corrupted during a power failure.
The Adaptec ASR-31605 also has an onboard hardware RAID engine that provides advanced RAID features such as RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 5, 5EE, 6, 10, 50, and 60. This feature provides flexibility in configuring the storage system and improves data redundancy and fault tolerance. The device also supports online capacity expansion (OCE) and online RAID level migration (ORLM), allowing users to expand the storage capacity and change the RAID level without interrupting the system’s operation.
Benefits
The Adaptec ASR-31605 Controller Card provides several benefits to enterprise-level users. The device’s high-speed data transfer rates and advanced RAID features ensure that data is accessible and protected at all times. This feature is essential for data centers and IT professionals who require reliable and fast storage solutions.
The device’s onboard 256MB DDR2 cache memory module with battery backup unit ensures that data is protected in case of a power failure. This feature is crucial in enterprise-level environments where data loss or corruption can result in significant financial losses and reputational damage.
The Adaptec ASR-31605’s advanced RAID features, such as RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 5, 5EE, 6, 10, 50, and 60, provide flexibility in configuring the storage system to meet specific requirements. The device’s support for online capacity expansion (OCE) and online RAID level migration (ORLM) allows users to expand the storage capacity and change the RAID level without interrupting the system’s operation. This feature ensures that the storage system can be easily scaled to meet growing business needs.
Functionality
The Adaptec ASR-31605 Controller Card is easy to install and configure. The device comes with an installation CD that contains all necessary drivers and software. The device is compatible with various operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Linux, and VMware.
To install the Adaptec ASR-31605 Controller Card, users need to power off the server, insert the card into an available PCI Express x8 slot, and connect the SAS or SATA hard disk drives. After the installation is complete, users can configure the device’s RAID settings using the Adaptec Storage Manager software.
The Adaptec Storage Manager software provides a graphical user interface (GUI) that allows users to configure the device’s RAID settings, monitor the status of the hard disk drives, and perform various maintenance tasks, such as firmware updates and RAID consistency checks. The software also provides alerts and notifications in case of any issues or
General Information about the Adaptec ASR-31605
- Manufacturer: Adaptec
- Part Number or SKU# ASR-31605
- Product Type: Controller
- Product Name: SAS-SATA
Technical Specifications for ASR-31605 SAS-SATA PCI-E
- Host Interface: PCI Express X8
- Data Transfer Rate: Up To 300mbps Per Port
- Raid Levels: 0, 1, 1e, 5, 5ee, 6, 10, 50, 60, Jbod
- Drive Support: Up To 16 X Physical
- Platform Support: Pc, Unix, Solaris
- Standard Memory: 256MB Ddr2
- Interfaces/ports: Ports 4 X Sff-8087 Sas 300 – Serial Attached Scsi Internal
- Form Factor: Pci Express X8 Plug-in Card
Dimensions
- Width: 6.6 Inch
- Height: 4.6 Inch
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