The genuine IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe file is a software component of Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (RST) by Intel Corporation. This Windows service is the primary executable module of the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (RST) Service, providing the interface between the Windows OS and the firmware drivers and specific chipsets that implement Intel® Matrix RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) technology. Until 2009, the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager was classified as a software application. After version 9.5 it was renamed as "RST" and considered a driver. Intel is constantly releasing new versions of RST which include new RAID-related features, but new features may require specific hardware to support them. Intel Corporation, in Santa Clara, CA, USA, was founded in 1968 by two Fairchild engineers and is now the world's largest and highest-valued semiconductor manufacturer.
IAStorDataMgrSvc stands for Intel® Array Storage Technology DataManagerService
The .exe extension on a filename indicates an executable file. Executable files may, in some cases, harm your computer. Therefore, please read below to decide for yourself whether the IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe on your computer is a Trojan that you should remove, or whether it is a file belonging to the Windows operating system or to a trusted application.
Description: IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" or sometimes in a subfolder of the user's profile folder or in a subfolder of C:\—primarily C:\Program Files (x86)\Intel\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 13,336 bytes (30% of all occurrences), 13,592 bytes and 32 more variants.
It is a background process, and the service name is IAStorDataMgrSvc. The service provides storage event notification and manages communication between the storage driver and user space applications.
The program has no visible window. It is a Verisign signed file. It is certified by a trustworthy company. IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is not a Windows system file.
IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe appears to be a compressed file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 26% dangerous, however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You could safely remove the program using the uninstall program of Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology or Intel(R) Rapid Storage (Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program).
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe. Therefore, you should check the IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.
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Apart of intel's rapid store software Ryan
It seems to be wasting about 25% of my dual-core computer's CPU time, in regular pulses, even after a reboot when I would say the computer should be doing just about nothing. It seems to be interfering with smooth mouse movement by hogging CPU in pulses. I had recently updated it when there was a crash message about it, but I have no idea what it's supposed to be doing and am extremely doubtful that I would want it even if it were not causing a very annoying effect, which it is. Peter von Kleinsmid
Used 25% of my quad core I7! Stopped the process while runnning PC normally, after awhile the PC (Lenovo X220T) gets significantly cooler. Disabled it on startup (in computer management) Dominique Bovey
It is using 25% of CPU while running PerfectDisk Fliu
CPU hog, killed the process and can finally work on the machine again. Not sure what it is, doubt it's dangerous (came pre-installed) but can't tell if it's doing anything useful. Anonymous
Getting errors using the latest RST file saying my platform isn't supported Matt D
Made by intel, came with pc. Not at all dangerous, but definitely annoying, considering it hogs memory and serves no apparent purpose.
its using a significant amount of CPU (20%), but not sure of it has any effect on the performance of the CPU or not, gaming is better with it OFF though Erich von Manstein
It makes my laptop run very hot. It never seems to stop. This happened immediately after win 10 install. There seems to be no solution other than stopping the app
definite a resource hog and is trying to use storage I do not have. am running sfc and will see what I learn william
Hogs around 25% of dual-core i3 CPU time even during system idle. Doesn't appear dangerous, but very annoying, so finally decided to disable at startup and things still work just fine, so appears non-essential. Anon
Hogs memory and causes mouse to be erratic on two different computers. Renamed the file on one computer and fixed the problem. Have not noticed anything that it may have affected. john18
Per Intel, this is the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology and RAID driver. "Provides storage event notification and manages communication between the storage driver and user space applications." Does all this: - Intel® Smart Response Technology - PCIe* storage support - Dynamic storage accelerator - Serial ATA RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support - Power-up in standby (PUIS) support NOTE per above that RAID is just One of the things it does -- this is important to avoid confusion for folks: -- IE: "i don't have RAID, so i can disable this, right?" No - that is Not right. :) This driver is performing fine on my system -- very little CPU usage, but in interest of startup optimization, i researched it. Usual start up command line + registry location: C:\Program Files (x86)\Intel\Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology\IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe HKLM\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\IAStorDataMgrSvc For a quick workaround(not a fix) or test -- you can set adjust the way this service starts or disable it in Services: Start Menu / Programs / Administrative Tools / Services - set to Manual or Disabled and restart your machine, and see: - if everything is still working fine/better - if your problem is solved A Real Fix is something along these lines: - Obtain an updated driver from the Intel site (or even better, your PC manufacturer's website). -- This is usually a good idea -- and *Especially* if your IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe has been corrupted/hijacked. - Possibly adjust BIOS SATA/SATE settings - this might be the actual source of trouble in the first place - OR maybe your BIOS could use a flash update - More troubleshooting options are possible, but just these above will likely fix for +95% of you. greg (further information)
This service used to be useful for operating multi-disk installations (RAIDx) under Windows prior to Windows 10. It helped or helps managing the health status, displays warnings if one disk of a RAID behaves suspiciously and lets you configure your disks. This functionality now seems to be embedded in Win10 anyway so that that this service is not needed anymore. (further information)
Installed with Nvidia drivers (i think) it is safe, and it does not affect the performance. Adrihun
Windows Defender keeps giving alerts saying this is attempting unauthorized memory changes. This started right after latest window 10 upgrade +drivers on 05/25/18. Reinstalled driver updates , that didn't fix. sig
computer constantly says it tries to do unauthorized changes to memory q
It seems a malware. It force your cpu work hard saeiid
Found it to be causing skipping and bad delays when moving the cursor in a putty terminal connected to a VPS. Upon stopping RtDCpl64.exe (thru registry) which was the main problem and IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe (stopped service) which was also causing a lesser problem, the jumpy cursor movement completely cleared up.
Consistently eats up around 20 - 25% CPU with no apparent function. I ended the process in Task Manager, after right-clicking to select "Open File Location." Once I ended the process, I deleted the file associated with it from it's location in the Windows system directories. Have experienced no problems as a result of deleting, whereas it's presence on my computer was resulting in significant loss of resources. Another user mentioned the possibility of the file being compromised in someway (corrupted or hijacked), it wouldn't surprise me either if that had something to do with this file's behavior. The verdict? To the trash bin it goes. Lou Sassel
I would like to update my rating to "Dangerous." I just deleted this process a couple hours ago for leeching 20%+ cpu at all times, for no apparent reason. I already notice a huge difference! I'm used to iTunes running chronically sluggish; I figured it was struggling with my 140,000 song, 1TB music library, as it seemed to get worse as the library grew. After deleted this "IAStorDataMgrSvc" file from my system's folders, iTunes is running beautifully! Before, it was constantly freezing for 3 - 10+ seconds at a time, even without music playing. Aside from the faintest, occasional, 1 second delays, iTunes is now performing totally smooth for me! I can't wait to try other programs now that I've deleted IAStorDataMgrSvc. If you're suffering similar issues, take my advice and Delete This File! A life of unspeakable splendor awaits! Koorlfahaaken Schrachtschleitschner
unnistalled and my notebook is 20-30% faster. i dont trust dell site for drivers anymore paul
Took almost 2 years after being installed/updated for it to start causing problems. Ate 40% of my available RAM for no apparent reason today. Uninstalled and computer seems to be running smoother. 5007
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Summary: Average user rating of IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe:
based on 40 votes with 23 user comments.
3 users think IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
6 users think it's probably harmless.
16 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
12 users suspect danger.
3 users think IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it.
3 users don't grade IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving IAStorDataMgrSvc issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with IAStorDataMgrSvc. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
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Peter von Kleinsmid
Dominique Bovey
Fliu
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Erich von Manstein
william
Anon
john18
greg (further information)
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Lou Sassel
Koorlfahaaken Schrachtschleitschner
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Summary: Average user rating of IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe: based on 40 votes with 23 user comments. 3 users think IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 6 users think it's probably harmless. 16 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 12 users suspect danger. 3 users think IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe is dangerous and recommend removing it. 3 users don't grade IAStorDataMgrSvc.exe ("not sure about it").