StarTech.com 2-Port SATA PCIe Card - SATA Expansion Card with 6Gbps Speed for Desktop & Servers

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The StarTech.com 2-Port SATA PCIe Card (Part Number: 2P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD) provides a reliable solution for expanding your computer's storage capacity by adding two high-performance SATA III ports through a single PCIe x1 slot. Designed for desktop computers and servers, this PCIe SATA card supports multiple operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux, ensuring broad compatibility across various platforms. Its compact 2.7-inch form factor makes installation straightforward in both full-profile and low-profile chassis, with included brackets facilitating versatile deployment. The card features an ASM1061 controller, enabling connection of two SATA 6Gbps drives capable of delivering a combined throughput of up to 4Gbps, making it ideal for high-speed data transfers and demanding applications. Supporting SATA III and PCIe 2.0 specifications, the card also maintains backward compatibility with older SATA and PCIe standards, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems without performance compromise. Supporting software RAID configurations and multiple storage management systems such as Storage Spaces, RAID Assistant, and mdraid/mdadm, the StarTech.com PCIe SATA card simplifies setup and data management. Installation is designed to be hassle-free with plug-and-play setup and interchangeable brackets, allowing users to quickly add storage capacity without extensive hardware configuration. Backed by a lifetime warranty and dedicated North American support, this expansion card offers a durable, high-quality solution for professional and personal use, enhancing your system’s storage capabilities efficiently and reliably.

Features:

• High-performance: Add two SATA III 6Gbps ports to your desktop or server via a PCIe x1 slot, supporting high-speed data transfer for HDDs and SSDs (cables sold separately).

• ASM1061 controller: Single-chip architecture providing two SATA 6Gbps ports with a total bandwidth of up to 4Gbps; supports port multiplier and NCQ for optimized performance.

• Broad compatibility: Supports PCIe 2.0, SATA 3.2, AHCI 1.4, and older standards; compatible with Windows 7 and later, macOS 10.6.8+, and Linux 2.6.32+; supports ATA and ATAPI devices.

• Easy installation: Plug-and-play setup in full or low-profile PCIe slots; includes removable brackets for flexible fit; compatible with storage management systems like Storage Spaces, RAID Assistant, and mdraid/mdadm.

• Reliable and supported: Backed by a lifetime warranty and dedicated North American support, ensuring a durable and dependable storage expansion solution.