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Small rectangular Intel VROC upgrade key with gold edge connector

Intel

Intel VROCPREMMOD VROC Upgrade Key server accessory

SKU CH-EX8Q-VEPHJ

Adds Intel RSTe 5.0 RAID 5 and boot support for CPU-attached NVMe SSDs

  • Product typeSoftware and Video Games
  • High-performance NVMe RAID acceleration for CPU-attached SSDs
  • Boot directly from a hardware RAID volume
  • Intel RSTe 5.0 RAID 5 parity protection included
  • RAID write-hole closed without a separate flash backup unit
  • Hot-plug and surprise removal support for 2.5-inch SSDs

Intel VROC Premium Upgrade Key

This Intel VROC Premium upgrade key unlocks advanced RAID functionality for CPU-attached NVMe SSDs in server environments. It enables Intel RSTe 5.0 RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 10 for high-performance storage arrays. The key supports booting directly from a RAID volume and includes third-party vendor SSD support for flexible deployment. RAID write hole protection is provided through RMFBU replacement technology.

Suited for administrators building RAID arrays

This accessory suits administrators who need hardware RAID capabilities on Intel platforms without a dedicated RAID controller. It enables hot-plug and surprise removal support for 2.5-inch SSD form factors alongside enclosure LED management. Builders requiring software-only RAID solutions or those using operating system native RAID should look at alternative approaches. Systems without compatible Intel VROC-enabled processors or chipsets cannot use this upgrade key.

Integrates with Intel server platforms

The key activates VROC features within compatible Intel server platforms that support CPU-attached NVMe storage. It requires a supported Intel processor and chipset combination with VROC capability enabled in the system BIOS. No additional hardware RAID controller is needed, freeing up PCIe slots for other expansion cards. The upgrade works with existing NVMe SSDs installed in the server backplane or drive bays.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product typeSoftware and Video Games
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size203 × 152 × 127 mm

Questions about this item

Does the VROCPREMMOD upgrade key require a system with CPU-attached NVMe SSDs to function?

Yes, the key enables RAID on CPU-attached NVMe SSDs and supports third-party vendor SSDs in 2.5" form factor.

Will the VROCPREMMOD key work with older SSDs that are not CPU-attached NVMe drives?

The key is designed for CPU-attached NVMe SSDs; it provides RAID 0/1/10/5 via Intel RSTe 5.0 and hot-plug support for 2.5" SSDs only.

How can I verify the VROCPREMMOD key is active after installation?

Check that the system boots from a RAID volume, enclosure LEDs show drive status, and Intel RSTe 5.0 reports RAID 5 with write-hole protection enabled.

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