StarTech.com (PEXESAT32) Serial ATA Controller

StarTech PEXESAT32 2 Port PCI Express eSATA Card

The PEXESAT32 2 Port PCI Express 6Gbps eSATA Controller Card offers simple connectivity between a host computer and eSATA 3.0 devices - a cost-effective solution for connecting high-speed storage such as High RPM Hard Drives and Solid State Drives (SSD) which in turn allows for easier data backups and archiving. With full support for SATA 3.0 hard drives and data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps the adapter card features a native PCI Express single chipset that provides enhanced compatibility reliability and performance for external SATA 600 MB/s storage needs. The controller card is backward compatible with SATA 2.0 devices providing the versatility to use older storage and features support for RAID 0 and 1 modes as well as port multiplier capability with command-based and FIS-based switching for connecting multiple external hard drives to a host PC through a single external SATA connection. A dual profile solution the eSATA controller card includes a low profile/half- Height bracket for installation in slimline or small form factor computer cases. Twice the speed of SATA II (3Gbps). Ships with a full profile bracket install low profile included. Compliant with PCI Express 2.0 standards. Supports SATA Rev 3.0 transfer speeds up to 6.0Gbps and backwards compatible with SATA I/II at 1.5/3.0Gbps. Port Multiplier FIS-based and Command-based switching supported. LED headers for HDD activity LED indicators. Supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and ATA/ ATAPI commands. Dimension: 8.8 x 6.2 x 1.8 .