Dell 0M778G PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller

Dell 0M778G PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller
Dell 0M778G PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller
The Dell PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller (model 0M778G) delivers reliable, high-performance storage management for demanding data centre environments. Designed for direct-current power operation, this controller integrates advanced RAID functio... Read More
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  • In Stock: 18
  • Manufacturer: Dell
  • Model or Part: 0M778G
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview

The Dell PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller (model 0M778G) delivers reliable, high-performance storage management for demanding data centre environments. Designed for direct-current power operation, this controller integrates advanced RAID functionality with robust error handling to protect critical business information while maximizing throughput.

Key Features

  • 256 MB DDR2 cache memory for accelerated read/write operations
  • Supports up to eight SAS or SATA drives in a single enclosure
  • Hardware RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10 and 50 for flexible data protection strategies
  • Native support for Dell PowerEdge servers with hot-swap drive bays
  • Integrated battery backup unit (BBU) to preserve cache contents during power loss
  • On-board diagnostics and intelligent error reporting via the Dell OpenManage suite

Technical Specifications

  • Controller type: PCI Express x8, 32-bit
  • Cache: 256 MB DDR2 (ECC protected)
  • Interface: SAS 3.0 Gb/s (6 Gbps aggregate) with SATA compatibility
  • Supported RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, 50
  • Maximum logical drives: 64 per controller
  • Maximum physical drives: 8 per enclosure
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
  • Power supply: Direct current (DC) input, compatible with Dell PowerEdge DC servers
  • Management: BIOS configuration utility and remote management via Dell OpenManage Server Administrator

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data centres requiring high availability storage for databases and virtualization platforms
  • Remote or edge locations that rely on DC power sources such as telecom racks or industrial environments
  • Small to medium businesses seeking cost-effective RAID protection without sacrificing performance
  • Backup and archival solutions where data integrity and rapid recovery are essential
  • High-transaction workloads like e-commerce, financial services, and online content delivery networks

The Dell PERC 5/E DC SAS 256MB RAID Controller offers a balanced blend of speed, reliability, and ease of management, making it an ideal choice for organizations that demand continuous data access and robust protection across a variety of mission-critical applications.