Description
Management and Monitoring Tools
There are several management and monitoring tools available for the Dell PERC H740p RAID controller. Here are some of the most common ones:
- Dell OpenManage Server Administrator (OMSA): OMSA is a comprehensive management software that allows administrators to manage, monitor, and maintain Dell PowerEdge servers and storage systems. It provides information on hardware components, firmware versions, and storage configurations, and allows administrators to perform various management tasks such as firmware updates, disk management, and storage management.
- Dell System E-Support Tool (DSET): DSET is a diagnostic tool that helps administrators collect and analyze hardware and software information from Dell PowerEdge servers and storage systems. The collected data can be used to troubleshoot and resolve issues more efficiently.
- Dell Storage Manager (DSM): DSM is a centralized management software for Dell Storage systems, including the PERC H740p RAID controller. It provides a graphical interface for monitoring and managing storage configurations, including disk arrays, disk groups, and virtual disks.
- Command Line Interface (CLI): The PERC H740p RAID controller supports a CLI for managing and monitoring the controller and storage configuration. The CLI can be accessed through a serial console or over the network using Telnet or SSH.
These are some of the most commonly used management and monitoring tools for the Dell PERC H740p RAID controller. It is recommended to check the official Dell Support website for the most up-to-date information on the tools and features available for this specific model.
Performance and Scalability Considerations
The performance and scalability of the Dell PERC H740p RAID controller will depend on several factors, including the host server, the storage configuration, and the workload. Here are some general guidelines:
- Host server: The performance and scalability of the PERC H740p will depend on the processing power, memory, and I/O capabilities of the host server.
- Storage Configuration: The PERC H740p supports SAS and SATA drives and can be configured as a RAID controller or as a pass-through device. The performance and scalability of the storage configuration will depend on the number of drives, the type of drives, and the specific RAID configuration. The PERC H740p supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
- Workload: The performance and scalability of the PERC H740p will depend on the type and intensity of the workload. Applications with high I/O requirements, such as database servers, will benefit from higher performance and scalability.
In general, the PERC H740p is designed to provide high performance and scalability for a wide range of storage configurations and workloads.
Compatibility with Host Servers and Operating Systems
The Dell 405-AANR PERC H740p RAID controller is compatible with select host servers and operating systems. Here are some general compatibility guidelines:
- Host servers: The PERC H740p is compatible with select Dell PowerEdge server models. You can check the compatibility of your server by visiting the Dell Support website and entering the server model and part number.
- Operating Systems: The PERC H740p is compatible with several versions of Windows Server and Linux distributions, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. You can check the compatibility of your operating system by visiting the Dell Support website and entering the operating system and version.
It is recommended to check the official Dell Support website for the most up-to-date and accurate information on the compatibility of the Dell 405-AANR PERC H740p RAID controller.
General Information about this Dell 405-AANR
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 405-AANR
- Device Type: Raid Controller
Technical Information for Dell PCI-E Adapter
- Interface Support: 12GBPS SAS, 6GBPS SATA
- Pci Support: PCI-E 3.0
- Connections: ( 2 ) Two Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 Connectors (2×4 Internal)
- Cache Memory: 8GB Nv
- Raid Levels: 0,1,5,6,10,50,60
- Max Drive Support: 32
- Raid Support: Hardware
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