Name: H74CN Dell 2GB Cache PCI-e 3.0 RAID Controller PERC H730P
Brand: Dell
SKU: H74CN
Price: 87.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell H74CN PERC H730P RAID Controller provides robust data management for Dell servers, combining fast PCI-e 3.0 connectivity with a 2GB cache to improve storage performance. It's designed to support various RAID configurations, making it a practical choice for server setups that require reliable data protection and speed.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	H74CN

Technical Specification
Chipset	LSI / Broadcom SAS 3108 RAID-on-Chip (ROC)
Host Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Data Rate	12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,1E
Cache	2GB NV cache (2GB DDR3, battery-backed / supercap-supported)
Ports	2
Connectivity	SAS, SATA
Compatibility	Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers that support PERC H730P (examples: PowerEdge R730, R730xd, R630, T630 and similar 12th/13th-gen Dell servers)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low-profile (half-height) PCIe add-in card
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 H74CN PERC H730P is a RAID controller designed to manage and optimize storage arrays in servers. It efficiently handles data across multiple drives, improving reliability and performance. Often found in enterprise environments, this controller is built for IT professionals managing Dell PowerEdge servers. Key Features Offers PCI-e 3.0 connectivity for faster communication with the server Includes 2GB cache to speed up read/write operations Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for versatile data protection Enhances overall system performance and data integrity Compatible with a wide range of Dell server models This RAID controller is typically deployed in data centers and server rooms where consistent uptime and data protection are critical. It helps maintain efficient storage management and reduces the risk of data loss during hardware failures.

Use Cases
The Dell H74CN PERC H730P RAID Controller is typically deployed in enterprise and mid-sized data center environments where high-throughput and reliable data storage are critical. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing Dell PowerEdge servers that host virtualization workloads, databases, or high availability applications requiring robust RAID configurations. How It's Used: Enhancing storage performance in virtualization clusters by leveraging its 2GB cache for fast data access. Implementing data redundancy and protection in financial institutions’ rack-mounted Dell server arrays. Optimizing storage throughput in medium-sized business data centers running mixed workload environments. Supporting high availability configurations in remote office servers with limited local IT support. Facilitating scalable storage solutions in enterprise backup systems using advanced RAID levels. This RAID controller improves operational efficiency by accelerating disk I/O and maintaining data integrity across diverse workloads. Its compatibility with Dell infrastructure ensures seamless integration and scalability within existing server deployments.

H74CN Dell 2GB Cache PCI-e 3.0 RAID Controller PERC H730P

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases