Name: W578J Dell 512MB Cache PERC H800 SAS External RAID Controller
Brand: Dell
SKU: W578J
Price: 227.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The W578J Dell PERC H800 acts as a bridge between your server and external SAS storage, managing RAID configurations to safeguard data and improve access speeds. It's typically used in Dell PowerEdge systems where reliable and scalable storage solutions are needed without compromising overall system performance.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	W578J

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Data Rate	6Gb/s
RAID Levels	RAID 0,RAID 1,RAID 5,RAID 6,RAID 10,RAID 50
Cache	512MB battery-backed cache (BBWC)
Ports	2
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
External Interface	Mini-SAS (SFF-8088) x2
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge servers (e.g., R710,R720,T710,R810)

Physical Characteristics
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 W578J Dell PERC H800 is a dedicated RAID controller designed to manage external SAS storage arrays efficiently. It provides robust data protection and improved storage performance by offloading RAID tasks from the server's CPU. Commonly found in enterprise servers and data centers, this controller is built for IT professionals who require dependable storage solutions to handle critical workloads. Key Features Handles multiple RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for flexible data setups 512MB cache improves read/write speeds and reduces latency Supports SAS external drives for scalable storage expansion Compatible with a range of Dell PowerEdge servers for seamless integration Offers hardware-based RAID acceleration to optimize system resources The controller is often deployed in environments where data integrity and uptime are crucial, such as database servers or virtualization hosts. It helps maintain smooth operation by protecting data and enhancing storage throughput without taxing server performance.

Use Cases
The Dell W578J PERC H800 SAS External RAID Controller is primarily utilized in enterprise data centers and large-scale server environments requiring high-throughput and reliable external storage management. IT administrators seeking to optimize storage performance and data protection in virtualized and database-intensive workloads benefit significantly from this controller's capabilities. How It's Used: Managing high-availability storage arrays in multi-node data centers for enterprise IT operations. Supporting virtualization platforms by ensuring fast and reliable access to shared external SAS storage pools. Enhancing performance and redundancy in database servers within financial institutions handling transactional data. Facilitating scalable storage expansion in rack-mounted PowerEdge server clusters used for big data analytics. Deploying in remote office/server room setups where centralized external SAS storage improves disaster recovery strategies. By effectively bridging servers with external SAS storage devices, this RAID controller enables improved operational efficiency and scalability in demanding IT infrastructures. It maintains data integrity and access speed, which are critical for sustaining performance in complex storage networks.

W578J Dell 512MB Cache PERC H800 SAS External RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases