Installation guide

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Writer: Cynthia Dresden Project: Compaq ProLiant ML370 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide Comments: Graphics Replaced - Checked
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Chapter 6
Smart Array 5i Controller
The Compaq Smart Array 5i Controller supports RAID technology for
expandability, performance, and reliability. This optional 32-bit PCI array
controller features Ultra3 SCSI technology for faster data transfer rates.
Features
Features of the Compaq Smart Array 5i Controller include:
■ Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, and RAID 5
■ Support for Ultra3 SCSI technology and an improved data transfer rate
maximum of 160 MB/s per channel
■ Support for offline drive and array movement
■ Internal Ultra3 SCSI channel with support for up to 14 drives per
channel
■ External Ultra3 SCSI channel with support for external storage devices
■ Performance monitoring with Compaq Insight Manager XE
■ Automatic and manual performance tuning
■ Pre-Failure Warranty with Compaq Insight Manager XE
■ Tagged command queuing
■ Multiple logical drives and drive arrays
■ 32-bit PCI bus master interface