A BIOS screen displays information about the controller and configuration.

2.During startup, press <Ctrl> <R> when prompted by the BIOS screen.

3.Use the arrow keys to select the RAID controller you want to configure, and press <Enter> to access the management menus for the controller.

If there is only one controller, the Virtual Disk Management screen for that controller is displayed. If there is more than one controller, the main menu screen is displayed. The screen lists the RAID controllers.

NOTE: You can access multiple controllers through the BIOS Configuration Utility (<Ctrl> <R>) by pressing <F12>.

NOTE: You can access PERC H700, H800, H310, H710, H710P, or H810 cards from the same BIOS if the PERC 6/ H700/H800 firmware is 6.2.0-0013 or later.

Exiting The Configuration Utility

To exit the BIOS Configuration Utility (<Ctrl> <R>)

1.Press <Esc> on any menu screen.

If there is only one controller, then a dialog box is displayed to confirm your choice.

2.Select OK to exit and press <Enter>.

If multiple controllers are present, then the <Esc> key brings you to the Controller Selection screen.

3.Press <Esc> again to reach the exit screen.

A dialog box is displayed to confirm your choice.

4.Select OK to exit and press <Enter>.

Menu Navigation Controls

The following table displays the menu keys you can use to move between the different screens in the BIOS Configuration Utility (<Ctrl> <R>).

Table 4. Menu Navigation Keys

Notation

Meaning and Use

Example

 

 

 

right-

Use the right-arrow key to open a submenu, move

Start → Programs

arrow

from a menu heading to the first submenu, or move

 

key

to the first item in that submenu. If you press the

 

 

right-arrow key at a menu heading, the submenu

 

 

expands. Press it again to go to the first item in the

 

 

submenu. The right-arrow key is also used to close a

 

 

menu list in a popup window. Word wrap is

 

 

supported.

 

left-

Use the left-arrow key to close a submenu, move

Controller 0 ← Disk Group 1

arrow

from a menu item to the menu heading for that item,

 

key

or move from a submenu to a higher level menu. If

 

 

you press the left-arrow key at a menu heading, the

 

 

submenu collapses. Press it again to go to the

 

 

higher-level menu. Word wrap is supported.

 

up-arrow

Use the up-arrow key to move to the upper menu

key

items within a menu or to a higher level menu. You

 

can also use the up-arrow key to close a menu list in

 

a popup window, such as the stripe element size

 

menu. Word wrap is supported.

Virtual Disk 1

↑

Virtual Disk 4

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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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