The StarTech.com PCIe SATA 3 Controller Adapter is a high-performance expansion card designed to add multiple SATA III 6Gbps ports to a desktop or server via a PCIe x1 slot. It allows users to connect up to four SATA drives, including both HDDs and SSDs, enabling faster data transfer and improved system performance. The card is ideal for users who need additional storage options or want to optimize their existing storage setup with RAID configurations.
This adapter supports various RAID modes, including JBOD, RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 1+0, which can be configured through the system BIOS. It also includes HyperDuo technology, which automatically moves frequently accessed files to faster SSDs for improved performance. This feature is particularly useful for users who want to balance the speed of SSDs with the cost-effective storage of HDDs in a single volume.
The card is compatible with PCIe 2.0 and SATA III standards, ensuring it works with a wide range of systems. It supports Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems, as well as optical and Blu-Ray drives. However, the HyperDuo feature is only supported in Windows environments. The card also supports Port Multiplier technology, allowing up to seven drives to be connected using a single cable.
Installation is straightforward with the inclusion of both full and low-profile brackets for different PCIe slot configurations. The card comes with Marvell Storage Utility software for easy configuration and management of drives. Users can take advantage of features like Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and ATA/ATAPI commands for enhanced performance and compatibility with various storage devices.
Brand: StarTech.com
Model: PEXSAT34RH
Specifications: PCIe 2.0 x1, 4x SATA III 6Gbps ports, HyperDuo SSD tiering, RAID 0/1/1+0 support, Port Multiplier
Features: JBOD/RAID support, HyperDuo auto-tiering, NCQ support, compatible with Windows/Mac/Linux, low-profile bracket included
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