9Use the arrow key to highlight a physical disk and press the spacebar, <Alt>, or <Enter> to select the disk.

10Select additional disks, if required.

NOTE: (PERC H310) Only RAID Capable physical disks are eligible to be included in a Virtual Disk. To convert physical disks to RAID Capable, see "Converting Physical Disk to RAID Capable for PERC H310" on page 61.

11Press <Tab> to move the cursor to the Basic Settings box.

12Set the virtual disk size in the VD Size field. The virtual disk size is displayed in GB format.

NOTE: You can use part of the available disk space to create one virtual disk and then use the rest of the disk space to create another virtual disk or disks.

13Press <Tab> to access the VD Size field, and type a virtual disk name.

14Press <Tab> to move the cursor to Advanced Settings.

15Press the spacebar to make the settings active so that you can change them.

An X is displayed beside Advanced Settings. The settings are the stripe element size, read policy, and write policy. You can also choose advanced options such as forcing the cache policy to Write-Back, initializing the virtual disk, and configuring a dedicated hot spare.

The defaults parameters are displayed. You can accept the defaults or change them. For detailed information about the virtual disk parameters, see "Virtual Disk Parameters and Descriptions" on page 56.

16Perform the following steps to select the virtual disk parameters:

a Press <Tab> to move the cursor to the parameters you want to change.

b Press the down-arrow key to open the parameters and scroll down the list of settings.

c To change the stripe element size, press <Tab> to highlight Stripe Element Size.

d Press <Enter> to display the list of stripe element sizes (64 KB, 128 KB, 256 KB, 512 KB, and 1024 KB). Press the down-arrow key to highlight the desired option and press <Enter>. The default is 64 KB.

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H310, H710, H710P, H810 specifications

Dell offers a range of storage controller technologies, notably the H810, H710, H710P, and H310, which cater to different enterprise needs. These controllers are designed to support various storage configurations, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.

The Dell H810 is a high-performance PCIe 3.0 RAID controller that supports up to eight internal drives and is particularly suited for demanding workloads. It features advanced RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexibility for various data protection strategies. The H810 also supports up to 32TB of storage capacity, making it suitable for environments that require substantial data management capabilities.

The H710 is another powerful RAID controller, widely recognized for its balance of performance and cost-efficiency. It features 1GB of cache memory, which aids in accelerating read and write operations. The H710 supports the same RAID levels as the H810 and allows for up to 512MB of non-volatile memory. This ensures data integrity even in the event of a power failure, making it reliable for critical applications.

The H710P is an enhanced version of the H710, with a significant upgrade in its cache capabilities. It offers 2GB of battery-backed cache memory, further enhancing data processing speeds and improving responsiveness. The H710P is ideal for intensive workloads and virtualization, where rapid access to data is essential. This controller also includes features such as RAID storage pooling, intelligent data tiering, and support for multiple virtual disks.

Finally, the H310 is a cost-effective option for small to medium-sized businesses or those with less demanding storage requirements. It offers similar RAID support as the higher-end controllers but operates with a simpler architecture. The H310 features 512MB of cache, providing sufficient performance for regular workloads without the additional complexities of more advanced controllers.

In summary, Dell's H810, H710, H710P, and H310 storage controllers each serve distinct purposes, providing various features, technologies, and performance characteristics tailored to different business needs. From high-capacity storage solutions to user-friendly setups, Dell’s offerings ensure that organizations can efficiently manage their data storage requirements.
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