Dell PERC H330 Mini Mono 12Gb RAID Controller
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Product Specification
| Brand | DELL |
| SKU | RAID-DELL-H330-MONO |
| Interface Speed | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Form Factor | Mini Mono |
| Drive Support | SAS and SATA Drives |
| Cache | No Cache |
| RAID Levels | 0 / 1 / 5 / 10 |
| Type | Integrated Server RAID Card |
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge Servers |
| Compatible Models | R630 / R730 / R430 |
| Product Positioning | Entry Level RAID Controller |
About This Product
Overview
The Dell PERC H330 Mini Mono 12Gb RAID Controller is a compact integrated storage controller built for Dell PowerEdge servers. Designed in a mini mono form factor, it provides a practical RAID solution for environments that need dependable drive management without adding unnecessary complexity. With support for both SAS and SATA drives, this controller gives system builders and IT teams flexibility when configuring server storage. Its entry-level positioning makes it a straightforward choice for deployments where basic RAID functionality is the priority, while still fitting neatly into compatible Dell server platforms such as the R630, R730, and R430. For organizations standardizing on Dell hardware, the H330 offers a familiar and efficient way to manage internal storage arrays.
Performance & Scalability
Built around a 12Gb/s SAS interface, the PERC H330 is suited to server workloads that benefit from organized disk management and RAID protection at the controller level. It supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10, allowing administrators to choose between performance-focused, mirrored, parity-based, or balanced configurations depending on the application. Because this is a no-cache RAID controller, it is best aligned with entry-level and general-purpose server use cases rather than cache-dependent workloads. Even so, it remains a useful option for expanding or maintaining Dell PowerEdge systems that need a reliable integrated RAID card. Its compatibility with multiple server models helps simplify upgrades and replacements in mixed or growing infrastructure environments.
Storage Flexibility
One of the key advantages of the Dell PERC H330 is its support for both SAS and SATA drives, giving users flexibility when selecting storage media for their server build. This makes it easier to match drive type to workload, capacity needs, and existing inventory. The controller’s RAID support also adds versatility, whether the goal is to create mirrored volumes for redundancy, striped arrays for improved throughput, or parity-based configurations for a balance of efficiency and protection. In a compact mini mono design, the controller integrates cleanly into supported PowerEdge systems while still providing the storage control needed for practical server deployments.
Why Choose This Product?
The Dell PERC H330 Mini Mono 12Gb RAID Controller is a solid fit for users who need a compatible Dell RAID solution with essential features and broad drive support. Its integrated design, support for common RAID levels, and compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers make it a convenient option for server maintenance, replacement, or system configuration. For IT teams looking for an entry-level RAID controller that works within established Dell environments, the H330 delivers a focused feature set that supports everyday storage management needs. It is especially useful when you want a controller that aligns with the server platform and keeps the storage setup simple, organized, and easy to manage.
About this RAID controller
Dell PERC H330 Mini Mono 12Gb/s SAS RAID controller, the entry integrated RAID card for PowerEdge R630, R730 and R430 servers, refurbished. Tested and stocked in Doha, delivered across Qatar within a day.
The PERC H330 Mini Mono is Dell's entry level integrated RAID controller for 13th generation PowerEdge servers, in the mini monolithic form that mounts on the system board's dedicated storage slot rather than in a PCIe slot. It runs a 12Gb/s SAS interface for SAS and SATA drives, supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10, and has no cache memory or battery, which is what separates it from the H730. It is refurbished and named as compatible with the R630, R730 and R430.
Buyers in Qatar fit the H330 to a barebone or a server that arrived with only a software RAID chipset, giving it hardware RAID for a mirrored boot pair or a small RAID 10 set at low cost. ServerDove keeps it in Doha stock.
- Interface
- 12Gb/s SAS
- Form factor
- Mini Mono
- Cache
- None
- RAID levels
- 0, 1, 5, 10
- Class
- Entry level
Part numbers and identification
Buyers search for "PERC H330 Mini Mono", "H330 mini R630" and "Dell H330 integrated RAID".
| SKU | RAID-DELL-H330-MONO |
| Model | Dell PERC H330 Mini Mono |
| Type | Integrated server RAID card |
Specification
| Interface speed | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Form factor | Mini Mono |
| Drive support | SAS and SATA |
| Cache | No cache |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge servers |
| Positioning | Entry level RAID controller |
Without cache the H330 writes straight to the drives, so RAID 5 write performance is modest and RAID 1 or RAID 10 are the levels to use for anything busy. For SSDs the lack of cache matters less, since the drives themselves are fast, and the 12Gb/s interface carries their full throughput. The controller also supports non-RAID pass-through mode, which suits software defined storage and hypervisors that manage disks directly.
Compatible servers
| Server | Generation | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Dell PowerEdge R630 | 13th generation, 1U | Mini Mono storage slot |
| Dell PowerEdge R730 | 13th generation, 2U | Mini Mono storage slot |
| Dell PowerEdge R430 | 13th generation, 1U | Mini Mono storage slot |
Installation
Power the server down and unplug it. The Mini Mono card seats in the dedicated slot on the system board beside the processors, secured by its bracket and screws, with the SAS cables from the backplane connected to its two ports. After boot, enter the controller's configuration through the BIOS or iDRAC, update its firmware with Dell's tools, and create the virtual disks. The card takes no PCIe slot, so all the server's expansion slots remain free.
In the box
- The part as described, with the part number shown
Images are for illustration. The unit supplied is the one described in the specification and may differ cosmetically.
Not included
- The server or system it installs into
- Mounting hardware, screws or caddies unless listed
- Cables unless listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Dell servers is the PERC H330 Mini Mono compatible with?
This controller is noted as compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers, including the R630, R730, and R430.
What RAID levels does this controller support?
The Dell PERC H330 supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10.
Does the PERC H330 support both SAS and SATA drives?
Yes, it supports both SAS and SATA drives, which provides flexibility for server storage configurations.
Is this a cache RAID controller?
No, this is a no-cache RAID controller.
What form factor does the controller use?
The controller uses a mini mono form factor designed for integrated server installation.
Why buy refurbished?
Enterprise-grade performance at a fraction of the price of new.
Fully tested and verified
Every unit goes through hardware diagnostics before dispatch: POST tests, burn-in, memory checks and power supply verification.
Enterprise performance for less
Refurbished units deliver the same hardware capability as new, at significantly lower upfront cost, freeing budget for CPUs, memory and storage.
Available now
New enterprise hardware carries lead times of weeks or months. Our stock is held in Doha and ready to ship within 24 hours.
Backed by support
Warranty on every unit we sell, with installation and ongoing hardware support available across Qatar.