Name: 405-AAQU Dell PERC H730P 8-Channel SAS 12Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s RAID Controller 2GB Cache
Brand: Dell
SKU: 405-AAQU
Price: 84.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell PERC H730P RAID controller manages storage devices by connecting multiple drives through an efficient PCIe 3.0 interface. It fits into enterprise servers and workstations to provide reliable RAID support with fast data transfer speeds and a backup cache to protect against data loss during unexpected shutdowns.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	405-AAQU

Technical Specification
Chipset	LSI SAS 3108 (Broadcom/Avago MegaRAID ROC)
Host Interface	PCI-Express 3.0 x8
Data Rate	12Gb/s (SAS), 6Gb/s (SATA)
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,1E,5EE
Cache	2GB NV (flash-backed)
Ports	8
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge 12G/13G servers (e.g., R630, R730, R730xd, T630)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Mini Mono (low-profile PCIe)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The Dell PERC H730P is designed to manage multiple storage devices efficiently, handling data transfers smoothly across connected drives. It is commonly used in servers and high-performance workstations to ensure reliable RAID configurations and data protection. Built for IT professionals managing enterprise storage, this controller helps optimize storage performance and maintain data safety during power interruptions thanks to its flash-backed cache. Key Features Handles up to 8 SAS or SATA drives simultaneously with support for multiple RAID levels Delivers fast data transfers via PCIe 3.0, reducing bottlenecks in data flow Ensures data consistency with a 2GB non-volatile flash-backed cache system Compatible with a range of Dell server platforms for flexible deployment Supports hot-swapping and advanced RAID features for easy maintenance This controller is often found in data centers and enterprise environments where dependable storage solutions are critical. It helps maintain system uptime and data security, providing a stable foundation for businesses relying on continuous data access.

Use Cases
The Dell PERC H730P RAID controller is typically deployed in enterprise server environments and data centers requiring high throughput and robust data protection. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing virtualization platforms, large-scale storage arrays, or high-performance computing systems. How It's Used: Enabling redundant storage configurations in data centers to maintain uptime for critical enterprise applications. Supporting virtualization environments by providing fast and reliable disk access for multiple virtual machines. Optimizing storage performance in high-density rack servers used in cloud service provider infrastructures. Ensuring data integrity and rapid rebuilds in storage clusters handling transactional databases. Facilitating efficient backup and recovery operations in distributed office networks. This RAID controller enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent I/O performance and safeguarding data through its cache backup mechanism. Its compatibility with high-speed SAS and SATA drives also supports scalable storage growth in demanding IT infrastructures.

405-AAQU Dell PERC H730P 8-Channel SAS 12Gb/s SATA 6Gb/s RAID Controller 2GB Cache

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases