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Description
Improved Performance with PCI-E 3.1
The Dell Perc H740P 12Gbps PCI-E 3.1 SAS Raid Controller with 8GB NV Cache (405-AAQC) can be improved in performance by following the below steps:
- Update Firmware: Make sure that you are using the latest firmware available for your Perc H740P Raid Controller. You can download the latest firmware from the official Dell website.
- Cache Configuration: Make sure that the NV Cache on the Raid Controller is configured for maximum performance. You can access the cache configuration options in the MegaRAID Storage Manager.
- Disk Configuration: Use fast hard drives with a high RPM (e.g. 10K RPM SAS drives) to get the best performance from your Raid Controller. Also, configure your disks in a raid level that is best suited for your use case (e.g. Raid 0 for maximum performance, Raid 1 for data redundancy).
- Disk Layout: Consider using a disk layout that is optimized for maximum performance. For example, placing your OS and frequently accessed files on a separate disk array can help improve overall system performance.
- Drive Write-Back Cache: If you are using a Raid Controller that supports Drive Write-Back Cache, make sure that it is enabled. Drive Write-Back Cache can significantly improve write performance by caching data in the NV Cache before it is written to disk.
Easy Management and Monitoring
The Dell Perc H740P 12GBPS PCI-E 3.1 SAS Raid Controller with 8GB NV Cache (405-AAQC) can be easily managed and monitored using the following tools:
- Dell OpenManage Storage Management: This is a web-based interface that allows for centralized management and monitoring of the storage subsystem, including the H740P controller.
- Dell Perc H740P BIOS Configuration Utility: This utility provides a graphical user interface to configure the RAID controller and disk drives, as well as create, delete, and manage arrays.
- Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA): This tool provides detailed information on the server hardware components and alerts for critical events.
- MegaRAID Storage Manager (MSM): This is a web-based management interface that provides detailed information on the controller and disk drives, as well as the ability to create and manage arrays.
- SNMP Traps: The H740P controller can send SNMP traps to network management systems to alert administrators of critical events or degraded status.
Compatibility with Dell PowerEdge Servers
The Dell Perc H740P 12GBPS PCI-E 3.1 SAS Raid Controller with 8GB NV Cache (405-AAQC) is compatible with the following Dell PowerEdge Servers:
- Dell PowerEdge R640
- Dell PowerEdge R740
- Dell PowerEdge R740xd
- Dell PowerEdge R940
- Dell PowerEdge R6415
- Dell PowerEdge R7415
- Dell PowerEdge R7425
- Dell PowerEdge R840
- Dell PowerEdge R940xa
General Information
- Brand: Dell
- MPN : 405-AAQC
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS-SATA
Technical Information
- Nterface Support : 12GB/S SAS, 6GB/S SATA
- PCI Support : PCI-E 3.1
- SAS Connections : 2X4 INTERNAL
- Ports : Eight Lanes ( 8 PORTS )
- Cache Memory : 8GB NV
- Raid Levels : 0,1,5,6,10,50,60
- MAX Drive Support : 32
- Raid Support : HARDWARE
