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0H7T18 Dell 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller SC4020

SKU:
0H7T18
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for fast SAN access
  • Four ports providing flexible storage network options
  • Type A controller designed for Dell Compellent SC4020 storage arrays
  • Optimizes data transfer and storage performance
In stock

$856.14

Product Overview

The Dell Compellent SC4020 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller serves as an essential component in enterprise storage setups. It manages data traffic between servers and storage arrays, ensuring stable, high-speed connections within the storage area network. This controller fits neatly into the SC4020 system, enhancing its ability to handle demanding workloads and maintain reliable access to stored data.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 0H7T18

Technical Information

Protocol Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate 8Gbps
Port Count 4-Port (Quad)
Network Topology Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility

Management Features Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor Controller Module (Hot-plug Storage Controller)
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

The Dell Compellent SC4020 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller enables high-speed data communication within enterprise storage networks. It's built to enhance the performance of the SC4020 storage array by offering reliable, low-latency connections to servers and other devices.

Often found in data centers and business environments requiring efficient storage management, this controller supports Fibre Channel protocols to streamline data flow. IT professionals managing Dell Compellent storage systems benefit from its straightforward integration and robust design.

Key Features

  • Provides four dedicated 8Gb Fibre Channel ports for versatile connectivity
  • Compatible specifically with Dell Compellent SC4020 arrays
  • Delivers stable and consistent data transfer rates for SAN environments
  • Supports redundancy and failover to maintain uptime
  • Facilitates easier storage scalability and management

This controller is typically deployed in medium to large IT infrastructures where reliable SAN performance is critical. It plays a vital role in ensuring data availability and efficient storage resource utilization.

Its presence in storage arrays helps organizations maintain smooth operations, especially where large volumes of data are handled regularly.


Use Cases

The Dell Compellent SC4020 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and medium to large-scale IT environments where high-speed, reliable SAN connectivity is critical. It benefits organizations requiring efficient storage traffic management for virtualization, database operations, and high-demand application workloads.

How It's Used:

  • Enabling high-throughput storage access for virtualization clusters in enterprise IT infrastructures.
  • Supporting database servers in financial institutions that demand consistent low-latency storage connections.
  • Integrating into rack-mounted storage arrays for scalable storage expansion in data centers.
  • Facilitating storage network connectivity in remote office data centers with centralized storage management.
  • Optimizing data transfer for high-performance computing environments requiring fast I/O operations.

This controller enhances operational efficiency by maintaining stable, scalable Fibre Channel connectivity, allowing storage arrays to deliver consistent performance under heavy workloads. Its design supports growth in storage capacity and throughput without compromising access speed or reliability in complex SAN architectures.


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0H7T18 Dell 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller SC4020
0H7T18 Dell 8Gb Fibre Channel 4 Port Type A Controller SC4020
$856.14