Is Dell PowerEdge R520 compatible with SSD7000 series controllers?

Compatibility Status: Yes (it can support Bootable or Data RAID configurations)

Compatibility Report: Link

Note: The compatibility reports we provide are based on research of the target platform / motherboard, using the manufacturer’s official specifications and product documentation.

Summary: The Dell PowerEdge R520 can support HighPoint SSD7000 and SSD6200 Series NVMe RAID controllers. SSD7500 series controllers can also be used with this platform, but will be unable to operate at full speed, as the system only provides PCIe 3.0 connectivity. It utilizes the Intel 600 series chipset; the 600 series chipsets are known to be compatible with HighPoint NVMe solutions. 

Manufacturer Documentation: 

User Manual https://dl.dell.com/topicspdf/poweredge-r520_owners-manual_en-us.pdf

1. PCIe Host Interface: When using a single processor and riser cards, the platform provides one PCIe 3.0 x8 (x16 mechanical, full-height, full-length) Slot and two PCIe 3.0 x4 (x8 mechanical, FH HL). When using two processors and riser cards, the platform provides one PCIe 3.0 x16 (Half-height, Half-length), one PCIe 3.0 x8 (x16 mechanical, FH FL), and two PCIe 3.0 x8 (x16 mechanical, FH HL)

2. Boot RAID Support (NVMe arrays used to boot a system): Boot configurations are supported (the motherboard BIOS provides option ROM support for UEFI devices).

3. Data RAID Support (NVMe arrays used for data storage): There are no apparent restrictions for data RAID configurations.

4. Compatible Controllers:

•  PCIe Gen3
  •  M.2: 
    •  x8: SSD6202, SSD6202A, SSD6204, SSD6204A, SSD7204, SSD7202
    •  x16*: SSD7140A, SSD7103, SSD7104, SSD7104F, SSD7101A-1
  •  U.2
    •  x16: SSD7180, SSD7184, SSD7120
•  PCIe Gen4** 
  •  M.2:
    •  x16*: SSD7502, SSD7505*, SSD7540*
  •  U.2:
    •  x16: SSD7580A, SSD7580B

* These cards will only fit in the x8 slots

** Gen4 devices will operate at Gen3 speeds

If you have further questions about what card is best for your needs, please contact our sales department at sales@highpoint-tech.com