Description
Product overview of the 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller is a high-performance RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) controller that offers a variety of features to improve the reliability and performance of data storage. The controller supports up to eight SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) or SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) hard drives, which can be configured in various RAID modes to provide data redundancy and faster data access. The controller also supports advanced features such as hot-swappable drives, online RAID migration, and automatic rebuild of failed drives.
In this article, we will explore the features and benefits of the 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller in detail.
Features of the 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller is a high-end RAID controller that offers a variety of features to improve data storage performance and reliability. Here are some of the key features of the controller:
PCI-E 2.0 X8 Interface
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller uses a PCI-E 2.0 X8 interface, which provides high-bandwidth data transfer capabilities. This allows the controller to handle large amounts of data quickly and efficiently.
6Gbps SAS/SATA Support
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller supports both SAS and SATA hard drives, with data transfer rates of up to 6Gbps. This makes it a versatile option for a wide range of storage needs.
RAID Support
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller supports a variety of RAID modes, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, and more. These modes offer different trade-offs between data redundancy and performance, allowing users to choose the mode that best fits their needs.
512MB NV Cache
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller comes equipped with a 512MB non-volatile cache, which can help improve data transfer rates and reduce latency. The cache can also improve the reliability of the controller, by ensuring that data is written to the hard drives even in the event of a power failure.
Hot-Swappable Drives
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller supports hot-swappable drives, which means that failed drives can be replaced without shutting down the system. This can significantly reduce downtime and improve the reliability of the system.
Online RAID Migration
The 08PX3M Dell PERC H710 Raid Controller supports online RAID migration, which means that users can change the RAID mode of their array without losing data. This allows users to easily adapt their storage needs as their data storage requirements change over time.
General Information about the Dell 08PX3M
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Model Number or SKU# 08PX3M
- Type : Controller
- Sub-Type : SAS Controller
Technical Information
- Device Type : Storage Controller (Raid) – Plug-In Card
- Interface Type : PCI Express 2.0 X8
- Data Transfer Rate : UP TO 6GB/S Per Port
- Connectors : Two Internal MINI-SAS SFF8088
- Non-Volatile Cache Standard : 512MB (NV)
- Battery Backup : Yes
- SAS Controller : LSI SAS 2208 DUAL-CORE Powerpc ROC
- MAX Hard Drives Supported : 32
- Raid Controller : Raid 0 1 5 6 10 50 60
- Operating Voltage : +3.3V
- Weight: 1 LB
Compatibility
- Dell Poweredge R820 / T320 / T420 / T620 / Precision T5600 / T7600
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