About SmartRAID 3162-8i
The SmartRAID 3162-8i enables data centers to deploy RAID adapters and complete cache backup solutions in low-side, high-end MD2 PCI Express (PCIe) Gen 3 server slots. RAID caches are often used in enterprise storage, before data is written to disk. First write data to the controller's cache to improve input/output (I / O) performance; however, the contents of the write cache may be lost due to power outages. Microsemi's Zero Maintenance Cache Protection (ZMCP) utilizes supercapacitors ( Relative to the battery) Powering critical components for a sufficient amount of time to transfer the buffered data to the NAND flash memory. After the power is restored, the data is restored to the cache and resumes normal operation. Using a supercapacitor instead of a lithium-ion battery, Eliminates hardware maintenance associated with battery adapter cache backup solutions.
The SmartRAID 3162-8i introduces the sixth generation of ZMCP from Microsemi, which integrates cache backup circuitry, NAND flash and field replaceable supercapacitors into the adapter itself, eliminating the need to connect external supercapacitors to the adapter, thus saving server space. A key factor in deploying high-density data centers. Many studies of high-density data centers show that high-density deployments can save up to 50% of large equipment expenditures and 20% compared to less dense data center rack deployments. Operating expenses.