
StarTech 2 Port PCI Express eSATA Controller Adapter Card
Web ID: 14404
Add 2 eSATA ports to your desktop computer through a PCI Express expansion slot - 2 Port PCI Express eSATA Controller Card ONLY WHILE STOCKS LAST!
Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime
Manufacturer PN: PEXESATA2
GTIN: 65030826198
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This 2 Port PCI Express eSATA Controller Adapter Card offers simple connectivity between a host computer and eSATA devices. Providing two eSATA ports the adapter card offers a cost-effective solution for connecting hot-pluggable, high-speed storage, and in turn allows for easier data backups and archiving.
With full support for SATA 300 (SATA II) hard drives and data transfer speeds of up to 3 Gbps, the adapter card features a native PCI Express single chipset that provides enhanced compatibility, reliability and performance for external SATA storage needs.
The PCI Express eSATA controller card also features port multiplier capability with command-based switching for connecting multiple external hard drives to a host Windows® system through a single external SATA connection.
A dual profile solution, the eSATA controller card includes a low profile/half-height bracket for adapting to slimline or small form factor system applications.
Connector(s) | |
Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x1 Male |
External Ports | eSATA (7 pin, Data) Plug |
Environmental | |
Humidity | 20~80% RH |
Operating Temperature | 5?C to 50?C (41?F to 122?F) |
Storage Temperature | -25?C to 70?C (-13?F to 158?F) |
Hardware | |
Bus Type | PCI Express |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
Chipset ID | Silicon Image - SiI3132 |
Interface | eSATA |
Ports | 2 |
Packaging Information | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 0.2 kg [0.4 lb] |
Performance | |
Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 300 MB/sec (3.0 Gigabits/sec) |
Number of Drives Supported Through Port Multiplier | 1 to 5 |
Number of Ports That Support Port Multiplier | 2 (can use 2 PM at a time) |
Port Multiplier | Yes |
RAID | No |
Supported Protocols | FIS Based Switching for an additional 1-5 ports Native Command Queuing (NCQ) Legacy Command Queuing (LCQ) |
Type and Rate | SATA II (3 Gbps) |
Physical Characteristics | |
Product Height | 20 mm [0.8 in] |
Product Length | 120 mm [4.7 in] |
Product Weight | 67.9 g [2.4 oz] |
Product Width | 90 mm [3.5 in] |
Software | |
OS Compatibility | Windows? 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server? 2003, 2008 R2, 2012 Mac OS X? 10.6 to 10.11 Linux 3.5.x to 4.4.x LTS Versions only |
Special Notes / Requirements | |
Note | PCI Express 1.1 and is compatible with a PCI Express 2.0 slot Port Multiplier not supported in Mac OS? |
What's in the Box | |
Included in Package | eSATA PCI Express Card |
Installation CD | |
Instruction Manual | |
Low Profile Bracket |