Intel RS3P4TF160F

Overview

The Intel RS3P4TF160F is a RAID adapter designed to fit into a PCI Express Gen4 x8 slot, managing PCIe, SAS, and SATA drives through sixteen internal ports. It supports up to 240 storage devices, making it suitable for scaling storage arrays without needing to redesign your infrastructure. With an 8 GB onboard cache, it accelerates read and write operations, ensuring smooth performance for databases, virtual machines, and media projects even under heavy workloads.

Key features

• Manages multiple drive types including PCIe, SAS, and SATA for flexible storage configurations
• Supports a large number of storage devices, up to 240, allowing extensive scalability
• Sixteen internal ports simplify cabling and system organization
• PCIe Gen4 x8 interface delivers fast data transfer speeds to keep up with demanding applications
• 8 GB onboard cache enhances responsiveness by accelerating read and write operations
• Supports a wide range of RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60) to balance speed, redundancy, and capacity
• Optional cache backup module protects data in memory during unexpected power loss
• Compatible with Windows Server, major Linux distributions, and VMware for versatile deployment
• Includes a low profile bracket for installation in both traditional rack servers and compact chassis

Key specs

• Host interface: PCI Express Gen4 x8
• Drive support: PCIe, SAS, SATA
• Number of internal ports: 16
• Maximum storage devices supported: 240
• Onboard cache: 8 GB
• RAID levels supported: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
• Compatibility: Windows Server, Linux distributions, VMware
• Form factor: Low profile bracket included

Connectivity and compatibility

This RAID adapter integrates seamlessly into diverse server environments thanks to its support for multiple drive types and operating systems. The sixteen internal ports reduce cable clutter and simplify system builds, while compatibility with Windows Server, Linux, and VMware ensures it fits well in mixed-OS data centers and virtualization clusters.

Performance and reliability

The 8 GB onboard cache plays a crucial role in maintaining high throughput and low latency during peak workloads, which is essential for database operations and media editing tasks. The variety of RAID levels supported allows you to tailor data protection and performance to your specific needs. For added security, the optional cache backup module safeguards data in memory during power interruptions, minimizing risk of data loss.

Ideal uses and environments

This RAID adapter is a strong choice for IT professionals building or expanding storage pools, refreshing SAN infrastructure, or managing virtualization clusters. Its ability to handle a large number of drives and deliver fast data transfer makes it well suited to enterprise data centers, remote office servers, and edge computing setups where reliability and scalability are critical.

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