Dell 405-AAEJ

Overview

The Dell 405-AAEJ is a RAID controller designed to enhance server storage performance and data management. Featuring 1GB of integrated cache, it accelerates data access and optimizes storage efficiency. With support for multiple RAID levels including 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, it offers flexibility to balance performance and data protection according to your needs. The controller uses a PCI Express x8 3.0 interface and supports both SAS and Serial ATA III drives, making it a robust solution for enterprise environments requiring reliable and fast storage handling.

Key features

• PCI Express x8 3.0 interface ensures fast and stable connectivity with your server
• 1GB integrated cache improves data access speed and overall storage responsiveness
• Supports a wide range of RAID levels to tailor data protection and performance
• Compatible with both SAS and Serial ATA III drives for versatile storage options
• Handles up to 255 connected devices, suitable for large-scale storage arrays
• Equipped with a built-in SAS 3108 processor for efficient and smooth RAID operations
• Validated for use with Dell PowerEdge R630, R730, and R730XD servers, ensuring seamless integration

Key specs

• Cache memory: 1GB integrated
• Interface: PCI Express x8 3.0
• Supported RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
• Drive support: SAS and Serial ATA III
• Data transfer rate: up to 1.2 Gbit/s
• Maximum devices supported: 255
• Processor: SAS 3108 built-in

Connectivity and compatibility

This RAID controller connects via a PCI Express x8 3.0 slot, providing high bandwidth for data-intensive tasks. It supports both SAS and Serial ATA III drives, allowing you to configure a variety of storage devices within your server. The controller is specifically compatible with Dell PowerEdge R630, R730, and R730XD models, ensuring reliable operation within these systems and simplifying deployment in existing Dell server environments.

Performance and reliability

With its 1GB cache and SAS 3108 processor, the controller delivers efficient data processing and quick access to stored information. The support for multiple RAID levels offers options to optimize for speed, redundancy, or a combination of both, depending on your workload. Its ability to manage up to 255 devices makes it well suited for demanding enterprise applications such as virtualization, database management, and large-scale storage arrays where uptime and data integrity are critical.

Ideal uses and environments

This RAID controller is a strong choice for IT professionals managing Dell PowerEdge servers who need to boost storage performance and reliability. It fits well in data centers, enterprise server rooms, and virtualized environments where high throughput and flexible RAID configurations are essential. Whether you are handling large databases, running virtual machines, or managing extensive storage pools, this controller supports your infrastructure with proven Dell quality and support.

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