Hardware User's Guide

22 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080N and RMS25CB080N Hardware User’s Guide
PCI Interface
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Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080N must be installed onto a standard x8 or
larger PCI Express* slot that complies with the PCI Express Specification, Revision 3.0.
The controller is PCI Express* 1.0 and 2.0 compatible and is backward-compatible with
x8 or larger slots that are wired with x1, x2, and x4 PCI Express* lanes.
Note: The modules will support PCI Express* Revision 3.0 at post launch.
Host Board Interface
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Integrated RAID Module RMS25CB080N board interfaces with the host system
through one custom board-to-board interface that implements one x8 PCI Express* lanes
signaling as defined in the PCI Express Specification 3.0. These interfaces also provide
+3.3 V power to the board.
Note: The modules will support PCI Express* Revision 3.0 at post launch.