Intel RAID Modules of the RMS3 Family
Product Family Overview
The new Intel® RAID Modules of the RMS3 family are uniquely designed to oer advanced RAID and conguration
exibility to select Intel® Xeon® Processor E5 Family-based server boards. Their 1U capable, mezzanine board form
factor aords conguration exibility by delivering a wide range of storage options without taking up a standard
add-in card slot. The Intel RMS3 family of products, powered by LSI* technology, is designed with new IOC and ROC
controllers and the latest in RAID technology to drive exceptional storage performance and scalability.
Tailor a solution to any need
Choose the right Intel RMS3 model to meet the exact needs of your solution:
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Mainstream Intelligent RAID: The Intel® Integrated RAID Modules RMS3CC080/040 include 1GB DDR
1833MHz cache for write back and read ahead performance acceleration. The cache can be protected from
power loss using a Maintenance Free Backup Module. Advanced management tools make navigating through
change easy.
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High Transaction Applications: By connecting one or more SSD’s to an Intel RMS3CC080/040 module and add-
ing the SSD Cache 2.0 upgrade feature, the performance of most applications can be accelerated signicantly.
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Small Medium Business or Mid-Tier Datacenter: The Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS3HC080 is a unique
product in that it is based on a lower performance I/O controller (rather than a ROC), but still oers all the man-
agement features of Mainstream products; plus Hybrid RAID 5/50 capability.
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OS mirror or JBOD mode: The Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS3JC080 is an I/O controller-based product
designed to provide low cost, simple functionality.
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High Drive Count Solutions: All of these modules can be teamed with a SAS expander board such at the Intel®
RAID Expander RES3TV360 to oer scalable performance solutions for applications such as streaming media.
Why Intel® RAID?
Intel provides a broad portfolio of RAID products to allow for storage solutions tailored to meet every business
need. All Intel RAID components are thoroughly validated across multiple platforms with Intel® boards, chassis and
systems for seamless installation and interoperability with other technology. Customized training, as well as Intel®
service and support, make Intel the primary source for customers seeking data protection, increased productivity
and simplied IT.