Intel Integrated RAID Module

The Intel RMS3HC080 is a RAID module built for administrators who want reliable storage management without sacrificing valuable expansion slots. Because it connects through a mezzanine interface, it sits neatly on the server board and keeps your standard PCIe slots open for networking cards, GPUs, or other upgrades.

Under load, the module maintains a steady 12 Gb/s data path on each of its eight internal SAS or SATA ports. A PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface and the LSI3008 I/O controller work together to move large files and heavy transactional data with minimal latency, which is exactly what file servers, database systems, and virtualization hosts need to stay responsive.

Scalability is straightforward. By attaching expanders, you can manage as many as 128 drives, mixing SAS and SATA models to match performance, capacity, and budget goals. Whether you are building a tiered storage pool or a dense archival array, the module leaves room to grow.

RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50 cover common protection and performance scenarios, while JBOD mode lets you present individual drives directly to the operating system when software-defined storage or passthrough access is required. Installation is simple thanks to the included standoffs and locking pins, and the module is qualified for Windows, Linux, and VMware environments, so it drops into most data center workflows without extra drivers or tuning.

In short, the RMS3HC080 equips a server or workstation with dependable, high-throughput storage control that scales well and fits cleanly inside the chassis.

• Eight internal SAS or SATA ports, each supporting 12 Gb/s transfers
• PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface for wide bandwidth to the system CPU
• Supports up to 128 drives when used with expanders
• Hardware RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50
• JBOD mode for direct drive access and software-defined storage
• LSI3008 12 Gb/s controller manages data flow and parity calculations
• Mezzanine form factor saves standard PCIe slots
• Compatible with Windows, Linux, and VMware operating systems
• Package includes the RAID module, standoffs, and locking pins for secure installation