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DU494 Dell PERC 5/E Dual Channel 8-Port PCI-Express SAS Controller with 256MB Cache

SKU:

DU494

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual-channel SAS controller supporting up to 8 ports
  • PCI-Express interface for high-speed data transfer
  • 256MB onboard cache for improved performance
  • Compatible with Dell servers and storage arrays
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$64.40
Product Overview

The DU494 Dell PERC 5/E controller manages multiple SAS drives through its dual-channel, 8-port design. It fits into PCI-Express slots on Dell servers, offering a balance of speed and reliability for storage management without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand Dell
Part Number DU494
Technical Specification
Chipset LSI Logic
Host Interface PCI Express x8 (PCIe 1.0/1.1)
Data Rate 3 Gbit/s per SAS port (SAS-1, 3Gb/s)
RAID Levels 0,1,5,6,10,50
Cache 256MB battery-backed cache (BBU supported)
Ports 8
Connectivity SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor PCI Express card (full-height; low-profile bracket supported)
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL


Product Description

The DU494 Dell PERC 5/E is a dual-channel SAS controller designed to manage multiple hard drives efficiently. It delivers reliable connectivity and data handling for enterprise storage systems where performance and stability are essential.

Often found in mid-range Dell servers, this controller is built for IT professionals who need robust RAID support and seamless integration with existing hardware. Its PCI-Express interface ensures fast communication between the system and attached drives.

Key Features

  • Provides 8 SAS ports enabling extensive storage options
  • 256MB cache memory speeds up read/write operations
  • Supports multiple RAID levels for data protection
  • Compatible with PCI-Express slots for easy installation
  • Optimized for Dell PowerEdge server environments

This controller is typically deployed in business data centers and server rooms to handle critical storage tasks. It plays a key role in maintaining data integrity and system performance, making it a dependable part of server infrastructure.


Use Cases

The DU494 Dell PERC 5/E controller is commonly employed in mid-sized enterprise data centers and server environments where managing multiple SAS drives efficiently is critical. IT administrators benefit from its reliable dual-channel design and compatibility with Dell servers to optimize storage arrays handling transactional workloads.

How It's Used:

  • Implementing RAID configurations in rack-mounted Dell servers to enhance data redundancy and throughput.
  • Supporting virtualization infrastructures requiring high availability of SAS storage for multiple virtual machines.
  • Deploying in remote office server setups where cost-effective yet robust storage management is necessary.
  • Integrating into storage clusters for database applications that demand consistent I/O performance.
  • Upgrading legacy Dell server arrays to improve data transfer rates without major system overhauls.

This controller facilitates operational efficiency by balancing performance and scalability in SAS storage environments. Its design supports evolving enterprise storage needs while maintaining system reliability and manageability.


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DU494 Dell PERC 5/E Dual Channel 8-Port PCI-Express SAS Controller with 256MB Cache
DU494 Dell PERC 5/E Dual Channel 8-Port PCI-Express SAS Controller with 256MB Cache
$64.40