I'm currently using a Gen10 server but I'm unsure if the Broadcom Tri-Mode RAID controllers will work with it for NVMe RAID. I've talked to some technicians and it seems that NVMe RAID is available on the Gen10 Plus, but I need confirmation on that. Moving to a Gen11 is more than my budget allows, so I'm really hoping the Gen10 Plus will work for me. Can anyone provide clarity or suggestions?
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Yes, the Gen10 does support NVMe hardware RAID. You'll need a few specific components though. For starters, if you want to utilize 8SFF trimode cages, using a 4x trimode cage can give you up to 8GB/s speeds. If 2GB/s is sufficient, one standard trimode cage will work. Also, you'll need the MR416i-p RAID controller; I can help with the part number if you need it. Remember to create the RAID volumes from F9, not F10. If you just need a single fast SSD, consider using a PCIe add-on SSD or a PCIe to U.2 adapter with a U.2 SSD instead.
Why RAID NVMe in the first place? It's usually not necessary unless you are aiming for redundancy with a specific configuration. You might be better off using single NVMe drives unless you have very particular storage needs.
All the newer Gen 11 systems definitely support NVMe RAID. For Gen10 specifically, a rear cage kit can help with RAID 1 boot drives. Just be sure to outfit your server properly with NVMe sleds and backplanes. It'll depend on your setup.
Yes, the Gen10 supports NVMe RAID configurations. If you have the right hardware, like the MR416i-p RAID controller, it should work just fine. Some users have noted that doing RAID on NVMe might seem redundant for boot drives, but it really depends on your specific needs. It’s worth looking into those RAID capabilities, especially if your workloads can benefit from using NVMe drives.
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