The economical Intel RAID Controller AXX4SASMOD delivers choice to end customers for SAS/SATA-based server systems and workstations, supporting any of the following operating modes with a single device:

• Entry-level hardware RAID 0/1/1E


• Low cost software RAID 0/1/5/10


• Non-RAID data off-load

Designed specifically for select Intel® Server Boards, this SAS/SATA RAID is cost optimized for a very compelling price point in any form factor system.

For 1U and 2U servers, the unique module shape and specialized PCI Express connector provide the ability to easily implement a robust RAID solution in popular 1U and 2U form factor systems, without sacrificing a valuable risercard slot or using a chassis with low-profile add-in card cut-outs.

Key Advantages

• High flexibility with four operating mode options. Choose from:
  
  • Entry hardware RAID 0, 1, and 1E
  
  
  • Software RAID 0, 1, and 10
  
  
  • Software RAID 5 with the addition of optional upgrade key AXXRAKSW5
  
  
  • Pass-through SAS mode


• SAS or SATA storage. Connect SAS or SATA devices within the array. Use SAS drives for speed, reliability, and scalability or high-capacity SATA drives for budget-friendly storage.


• Scalability.Support up to 122 physical devices in SAS mode, which is ideal for employing JBODs (Just a Bunch Of Disks) or up to 14 devices in RAID 0, 1, 1E/10E mode through direct-connect device attachment or expander backplane support.


• Ultra-thin driver.Decrease overhead on system resources with assthrough
  SAS and entry-level RAID performed on the card within firmware.