Name: PERC 5E SAS PCI-E Controller
Brand: Dell
Price: 39.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Dell GP297 PERC 5E SAS PCI-E Controller

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Manufacturer: Dell
Model or Part: GP297
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 3.00lb

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Description

Overview

The Dell PERC 5E SAS PCI-E Controller (model GP297) delivers reliable, high-performance RAID functionality for entry level and midrange servers. Designed to fit into a standard PCI Express slot, this controller provides robust data protection and fast access speeds for SATA and SAS drives, making it an ideal choice for businesses that need dependable storage without the complexity of higher end solutions.

Key Features

Supports up to eight internal SAS or SATA drives through a single PCI-E x1 interface
Hardware RAID levels 0, 1, 5 and 10 for flexible data protection strategies
Integrated battery backup unit (BBU) option for safe write cache operation during power loss
Easy BIOS configuration with clear on-screen menus and Dell OpenManage integration
Low profile bracket available for space-constrained server chassis

Technical Specifications

Interface: PCI Express x1, 32-bit, 33 MHz
Supported RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10
Maximum Supported Drives: 8 (SAS or SATA)
Cache Memory: 256 MB DDR2 (upgradeable with optional BBU)
Operating System Compatibility: Windows Server 2008/2012/2016, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi
Form Factor: Low profile PCI-E card, dimensions 5.5 in x 4.2 in

Typical Applications

File and print servers that require simple yet reliable RAID protection
Database servers handling moderate transaction volumes with a need for redundancy
Virtualization hosts running small to medium sized virtual machine workloads
Backup and archival systems where cost-effective storage scalability is important
Small business IT infrastructures that benefit from Dell OpenManage monitoring tools

This controller combines ease of use with essential RAID capabilities, delivering the performance and data integrity needed for a wide range of server environments.