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In a dual-controller configuration, each ME5 provides up to eight host ports, four per controller, that support the following host connectivity options:
Note: To make sure the host HBAs, and FC or network switches meet the support requirements, see Dell PowerVault ME5 Series Storage System Support Matrix for supported hardware, firmware, and driver versions.