Intel SATA 6Gb/s RAID Controller

Overview

The Intel RS25DB080 is a dedicated SATA 6Gb/s RAID controller designed to enhance storage management in servers and workstations. It connects via a PCIe x8 Gen3 slot and provides eight internal SAS or SATA ports, enabling the creation of storage arrays tailored to specific capacity and redundancy needs. With support for up to 128 drives and a sustained transfer rate of 6 Gb/s per port, it ensures smooth data flow for demanding applications such as virtual machines, large databases, and media storage. The onboard 1 GB cache further improves performance by reducing latency on read and write operations.

Key features

• Eight internal SAS or SATA ports expand storage options through a PCIe x8 Gen3 interface
• Scales to support up to 128 connected drives, accommodating both small and large storage arrays
• 6 Gb/s transfer rate per port maintains high throughput during intensive workloads
• 1 GB onboard cache accelerates frequent data access, improving overall responsiveness
• Flexible RAID support including 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60 allows customization of performance and fault tolerance
• Compatible with multiple operating systems such as Windows, Linux, Solaris, and VMware for versatile deployment
• Includes both full-height and low-profile brackets for easy installation in various server chassis
• Quick start guide simplifies setup and configuration processes

Key specs

• Interface: PCIe x8 Gen3
• Ports: 8 internal SAS/SATA
• Maximum drives supported: 128
• Data transfer rate: 6 Gb/s per port
• Onboard cache: 1 GB
• RAID levels supported: 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, 60
• Operating system compatibility: Windows, Linux, Solaris, VMware
• Form factor brackets: full-height and low-profile included

Connectivity and compatibility

This RAID controller integrates seamlessly into server environments through its PCIe x8 Gen3 slot, providing eight internal SAS or SATA ports for flexible storage configurations. It supports a wide range of operating systems, making it suitable for diverse IT infrastructures. The absence of included SAS cables allows you to select cables that match your enclosure’s requirements precisely, ensuring optimal connectivity.

Installation and setup

The RS25DB080 comes with both full-height and low-profile brackets, allowing installation in tower or slim rack servers without additional hardware. The included quick start guide offers clear instructions for installation, cabling, and RAID array creation, helping administrators deploy the controller efficiently and with confidence.

Ideal uses and environments

This RAID controller is well suited to environments that demand reliable, high-performance storage management. It works effectively in virtualized data centers, backup servers, and media repositories where large volumes of data must be accessed quickly and securely. IT professionals managing VMware hosts, Linux backup systems, or Windows-based media servers will find this controller adaptable to their specific workload requirements.