Description
Key Features and Benefits of the 5T3X7 Controller
The 5T3X7 Dell Equallogic Type 17 10GBE 4GB PS4110 Controller Module has the following key features and benefits:
- 10Gbps ISCSI Connectivity: Provides fast and reliable data transfer with 10Gbps ISCSI connectivity.
- Increased Bandwidth: Supports increased bandwidth with its 10Gbps data transfer rate.
- Improved Performance: Offers improved performance with its 4GB cache memory.
- Compatibility: Compatible with the Dell Equallogic PS4110 series arrays.
- Easy Installation: Easy to install and integrate into existing infrastructure.
- Scalability: Scalable and flexible, allowing for future upgrades and expansion.
- Reliability: Reliable and secure data storage with advanced data protection features.
Performance Optimization for the 5T3X7 Controller
Here are some tips for performance optimization for the 5T3X7 Dell Equallogic Type 17 10GBE 4GB PS4110 Controller Module:
- Use Jumbo Frames: Enable Jumbo Frames on both the storage array and the host servers for improved performance.
- Balance I/O Load: Make sure that the I/O load is evenly distributed across the controllers to avoid overloading a single controller.
- Use Multiple NICs: Use multiple NICs for redundancy and load balancing.
- Upgrade Firmware: Regularly upgrade the firmware to ensure that the controller is running the latest version with bug fixes and performance enhancements.
- Tune Network Settings: Optimize network settings such as TCP window size, interrupt coalescence and flow control for better performance.
- Monitor Performance: Regularly monitor the performance of the controller and the storage array to detect any issues and address them promptly.
- Implement Storage Tiering: Implement storage tiering to ensure that the hot data is stored on high-performance drives and the cold data is stored on lower-performance drives.
Compatibility with Dell Equallogic PS4110 Series Arrays
The 5T3X7 Dell Equallogic Type 17 10GBE 4GB PS4110 Controller Module is compatible with the following systems:
- Dell Equallogic PS4110 series arrays
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2 and 2016
- VMware vSphere ESXi 5.0, 5.1, 5.5, 6.0 and 6.5
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, 6 and 7
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 and 12
- Oracle Solaris 11.2 and 11.3
General Information
- Brand: Dell
- MPN : 5T3X7
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Controller Module
Technical Information
- Product Type: RAID Controller
- Form Factor: Module
- Controller Memory: 4 GB
- Port(s): SAS





