Description
NVMe and SAS Support
The Dell 12GB/S SAS/SATA/NVMe Tri-Mode PCIE Raid Controller (66XGF) supports both NVMe and SAS storage devices. This controller provides support for high-speed NVMe storage devices, which are designed for high-performance storage solutions, as well as support for SAS storage devices, which are commonly used for large-scale storage solutions.
The controller supports up to 4 NVMe storage devices and up to 12 SAS storage devices, providing flexible storage options for various application requirements. Additionally, the controller supports SAS and SATA hard disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs) for maximum compatibility and scalability.
Performance Optimization Tips
Here are some tips to optimize the performance of the Dell 12GB/s SAS/SATA/NVMe Tri-Mode PCIe Raid Controller (66XGF):
- Use the latest firmware version: Make sure to use the latest firmware version for the controller to take advantage of any performance improvements and bug fixes.
- Configure your disks for performance: Choose a disk configuration that is optimized for performance, such as RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10, depending on your requirements for data protection and performance.
- Use fast disk drives: Use fast disk drives, such as SAS or solid-state drives (SSDs), to take advantage of the controller’s 12Gbps transfer rate.
- Balance your disk workload: Make sure to balance your disk workload across multiple disks to reduce the impact of any single disk failure and to improve performance.
- Monitor the controller’s performance: Regularly monitor the controller’s performance using tools such as the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator to detect any performance bottlenecks or issues.
- Use multiple paths: Use multiple paths to your storage to improve performance and ensure high availability.
- Enable Write Back Cache: Enabling write back cache can significantly improve performance by caching writes in the cache before they are committed to disk.
It is recommended to work with a qualified IT professional to optimize the performance of your storage solution to meet your specific requirements and ensure the best possible results.
Operating System Compatibility
The Dell 12GB/s SAS/SATA/NVME Tri-Mode PCIE Raid Controller (66XGF) is compatible with the following operating systems:
- Windows Server: Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL): RHEL 6, RHEL 7, RHEL 8
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES): SLES 11, SLES 12, SLES 15
- VMware ESXi: ESXi 5.5, ESXi 6.0, ESXi 6.5, ESXi 6.7, ESXi 7.0
- Oracle Solaris: Solaris 11
It is recommended to check with Dell for the latest operating system compatibility information and to ensure compatibility with your specific hardware configuration.
General Information
- Brand: Dell
- MPN : 66XGF
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS-SATA
Technical Information
- Physical Dimensions Low Profile 6.127″ X 2.712″
- Cache Protection Cachevault Cvpm05
- Host Bus Type X8 Lane PCI Express® 3.1
- Cache Memory 4GB 2133 MHz Ddr4 Sdram
- Raid Management Software Lsi Storage Authority (Lsa), Storcli (Command-Line Interface), Hii (Uefi Human Interface Infrastructure).
- Internal Ports 16
- Data Transfer Rates 12 GB/S SAS-3 And 8 Gt/S PCIE Gen 3 (Nvme) Compliant.
- Devices Supported SAS/SATA: 255, Nvme: 4 X4, Up To 24 X2 Or X4*
- Internal Connectors 4 Mini-SAS Hd X4 Sff-8643
- Operating Temperature 10° To 55° C
- Operating Voltage(V) +12v +/-8%, 3.3v +/-9%
- I/O Processor/Sas Controller Sas3516 Dual-Core Raid-On-Chip (Roc)
