3Press the spacebar to select Enable Controller BIOS. An X is displayed beside Enable Controller BIOS.

4Press <Tab> to move the cursor to the Apply button, and then press <Enter> to apply the selection.

The controller BIOS is enabled. To disable the controller BIOS, use the spacebar to de-select the Enable Controller BIOS control, and then select Apply and press <Enter>.

After you enable the BIOS for a controller, perform the following steps to enable the boot support for that controller:

1Press <Ctrl><N> to access the Ctrl Mgmt menu screen.

2Press <Tab> to move the cursor to the Select Boot Device in the Settings box.

3Press the down-arrow key to display a list of virtual disks and Non-RAID physical disks (PERC H310 only).

4Use the down-arrow key to highlight a virtual disk or Non-RAID physical disk (PERC H310 only).

5Press <Enter> to select the disk.

6Press <Tab> to move the cursor to the Apply button, and then press <Enter> to apply the selection.

Boot support is enabled for the selected controller.

Enabling BIOS Stop on Error

The option BIOS Stop on Error is used to stop the system from booting if there are BIOS errors. Perform the following steps to enable BIOS Stop on Error.

1Press <Ctrl><N> to access the Ctrl Mgmt menu screen.

2Press <Tab> to move the cursor to Enable BIOS Stop on Error in the Settings box.

3Press the spacebar to select Enable BIOS Stop on Error. An X is displayed beside Enable BIOS Stop on Error.

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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.