Description
Product overview of the Dell RP272
RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller is a high-performance storage controller designed to work with Dell PowerEdge servers. The device provides users with the flexibility and reliability to manage large amounts of data in a variety of applications.
RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller is a RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) controller designed to manage multiple hard drives in a server environment. The device is designed to work with Dell PowerEdge servers, which are popular for their scalability, reliability, and performance. RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller supports SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) hard drives, which means that users can mix and match different types of drives to create an array that suits their needs.
Features and Benefits
The RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller offers several features and benefits that make it a popular choice among Dell PowerEdge server users.
- SAS and SATA Hard Drive Support
The device supports both SAS and SATA hard drives, which means that users can mix and match different types of drives to create a storage array that suits their needs. SAS hard drives are typically faster and more reliable than SATA drives, but they are also more expensive. SATA drives, on the other hand, are cheaper but slower.
- RAID Levels
RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller supports several RAID levels, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10. RAID 0 is the fastest RAID level but offers no redundancy, while RAID 1 provides full redundancy but at the expense of storage capacity. RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 offer a balance between performance and redundancy.
- Cache Memory
The device comes with 256 MB of cache memory, which can be increased to 512 MB. Cache memory helps improve the performance of the device by temporarily storing frequently accessed data.
- Battery Backup
RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller comes with a battery backup unit that provides protection against power outages. The battery backup unit helps ensure that data is not lost in the event of a power failure.
- Online Capacity Expansion and RAID Level Migration
Users can add new hard drives to the storage array without shutting down the system, thanks to online capacity expansion. RAID level migration allows users to migrate from one RAID level to another without data loss or downtime.
Installation
Installing RP272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller is a straightforward process. The device comes with a CD that contains the necessary drivers and software. Users can install the device by following the instructions on the CD. Once the device is installed, users can configure it using the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator software.
In summary, P272 Dell Perc 5/I PCI-E SAS Raid Controller is a high-performance storage controller that offers users flexibility and reliability in managing large amounts of data. The device supports both SAS and SATA hard drives and offers several RAID levels, cache memory, battery backup, online capacity expansion, and RAID level migration. Installing the device is a straightforward process, and users can configure it using the Dell OpenManage Server Administrator software.
General Information about the Dell RP272
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model Number or SKU# RP272
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS Controller
Technical Information
- Category : Dell Controller
- Sub-Category : Raid Controller
- Generation : PCI Express
- Device Type : Storage Controller (Raid) – Plug-In Card
- Interface Support : 3GB/S SAS
- Sas Connections : 2×4 Internal
- Battery : Not Included
- Compatible Slots : PCI Express X8
- Cache Memory : 256MB
- Raid Level : Raid 0 1 5 10 50
- Raid Support : Hardware Raid
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