5.Press <Enter>.

Converting Physical Disk To Non-RAID For PERC H310

Conversion of a Physical Disk to Non-RAID allows direct operating system access to the drive. Non-RAID disks cannot be used within a Virtual Disk nor can they be used as Hot Spares.

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

A list of physical disks is displayed. The status of the each disk is displayed under State.

2.Press the down-arrow key to highlight a physical disk.

3.Press <F2> to display the menu of available actions.

4.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Convert to Non-RAID.

5.Press <Enter>.

Initializing Virtual Disks

CAUTION: A full initialization permanently destroys any existing data on that virtual disk.

Perform the following steps to initialize virtual disks:

1.On the VD Mgmt screen, select Virtual Disk # and press <F2> to display the menu of available actions.

2.Select Initialization and press the right-arrow key to display the Initialization submenu options.

3.Select Start Init. to begin a regular initialization or select Fast Init. to begin a fast initialization. A pop-up window is displayed indicating that the virtual disk has been initialized.

4.Repeat the procedures from step 1 to step 3 to configure another virtual disk.

NOTE: The PERC H310 card supports up to 16 virtual disks per controller, and the PERC H710, H710P, and H810 cards support up to 64 virtual disks per controller. The currently configured virtual disks display on the screen.

Checking Data Consistency

Select the Consistency Check (CC) option in the configuration utility to verify the redundancy data in virtual disks that use RAID levels 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. (RAID 0 does not provide data redundancy.)

If you attempt to run a Consistency Check on a virtual disk that has not been initialized, the following error message is displayed:

The virtual disk has not been initialized. Running a consistency check may result in inconsistent message in the log. Are you sure you want to continue?

You can select Yes or No. If you select Yes, the CC operation continues. If you select No, the operation ends.

Running A Data Consistency Check

To perform a consistency check:

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

2.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Virtual Disk #.

3.Press <F2> to display the menu of available actions.

4.Press the down-arrow key to select Consistency Check.

5.Press the right-arrow key to display the available actions (Start, Stop).

6.Select Start and press <Enter> to run a Consistency Check.

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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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