StarTech - PEXESATA2I - 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA Controller Card

This PCI Express SATA Controller Card allows you to turn a PCI Express (1x) slot into one internal SATA and one external SATA (eSATA) connection. Supporting SATA 300 (SATA II) hard drives and data transfer rates of up to 3Gbps, this controller card is the perfect solution if you need an extra SATA port or want to externalize your storage.

The controller card is designed based on a native PCI Express single chipset that provides enhanced compatibility, reliability and performance for your external storage needs. Plus, PEXESATA2I features Port Multiplier support with command based switching for connecting multiple external hard drives to host PC or Mac Desktop through one eSATA connection.

StarTech.com Advantage

• Port Multiplier technology supports multi-drive external enclosures over a single eSATA cable at speeds up to 3 Gbps
• Supports hard drives larger than 136GB with 48-bit LBA and both an internal and external port for greater flexibility
• Backed by a StarTech.com lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support

Features

• 1 external eSATA port and 1 internal SATA port
• Support for FIS and Command-based Port Multiplier technology
• 48-bit Logical Block Addressing (LBA)
• Drive Hot-Plugging support
• Support for Native Command Queuing
• Fully compliant with the Serial ATA 1.0 specifications with transfer rates up to 3 Gbps
• Uses native PCI Express (single) chipset
• Includes a low profile/half-height installation bracket

Applications

• Add both SATA and eSATA capabilities for connecting high-speed storage to a workstation or server
• Add a Port Multiplier capable eSATA port for expanded external storage capability
• Upgrade from slower external connection methods to native SATA connectivity
• Expand on a full or low profile/small form factor (SFF) computer's storage capabilties