For a low-cost value-added alterative to high port count RAID cards, select the Intel® RAID Expander RES3FV288. As the perfect complement for Intel’s SAS-3 generation RAID cards, the RES3FV288 offers ultimate flexibility for architecting a high drive count (>8 drive) storage solution in any sized system. Designed with a low profile, MD2 form factor, the RES3FV288 can be used in any server add-in card slot including a low profile slot in a 2U rack system. In cases where an add-in slot is not available, the RES3FV288 can even be mounted to a chassis wall or air-duct.
Description | 28 internal port and eight external port, 12-Gb/s capable expander card for use with Intel® RAID products. |
Target Market | Scalable Performance |
Board Form Factor | Low Profile, MD2 |
Data Transfer Rate | 12 Gb/s |
Supported Devices | SAS & SATA |
RAID Level Supported | Dependent on paired RAID card |
# of Ports Internal | 28 |
# of Ports External | 8 |
PCIe Host Interface | PCIe x4 for power (optional) |
Extended Warranty Available for Purchase (Select Countries) | Yes |
Included Items | (1) Expander board and (2) short cables to connect to a RAID card or module |
Recommended Customer Price | N/A |