StarTech.com 4-Bay Mobile Rack Backplane for 2.5 inch SATA and SAS Drives (SATSASBP425)

StarTech 4-Bay Mobile Rack Backplane for 2.5in SATA/SAS Drives, TAA

Enhance your data storage capabilities with the StarTech.com SATSASBP425 4-bay mobile rack backplane. Designed to fit into a standard 5.25-inch drive bay, this versatile enclosure allows you to install four 2.5-inch SATA or SAS solid-state drives (SSDs) or hard disk drives (HDDs). Its compact design facilitates quick hot-swapping, enabling users to swap drives between systems effortlessly without powering down, which is ideal for environments that require rapid data access and management. The durable steel housing ensures long-lasting performance, while the aluminum construction aids in heat dissipation to maintain optimal operating temperatures. Integrated two 40mm fans further enhance airflow, preventing overheating during intensive data transfer tasks.

The backplane's flexible mounting options—vertical or horizontal—along with error-free tray insertion, make installation straightforward and compatible with a wide range of server or desktop setups. Lockable removable trays provide added protection for drives, securing valuable data during operation or transport. The inclusion of interchangeable drive trays that work with both the 4-bay backplane and the single-bay SATSASBP125 allows for seamless hot-swapping across different configurations, streamlining maintenance and upgrades. Supporting a broad array of SSDs and HDDs from 5mm up to 15mm in height, the backplane supports SAS II and SATA III protocols, delivering transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps when paired with compatible controllers.

Built for durability and high performance, the SATSASBP425 backplane features a high-quality metal housing with UL 94 V-0 flammability rating, ensuring safety and reliability. Its NSS connector boasts a 50,000+ insertion cycle rating, guaranteeing long-lasting performance even with frequent drive swaps. Compatible with RAID or Hyper Duo controllers, this device can be integrated into various storage solutions to create high-performance or redundant systems. The package includes four drive trays, SATA data cables, power adapters, mounting screws, keys, and a quick start guide, making setup quick and straightforward. Backed by a two-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, this backplane is a reliable choice for professionals seeking flexible, high-capacity storage expansion.

Features:

• Flammability rating of UL 94 V-0

• Supports SAS II and SATA I, II, and III with transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps

• Two 40mm fans optimize ventilation and thermal management

• Interchangeable drive trays compatible with 1-bay and 4-bay backplanes

• High-quality steel housing enhances heat dissipation

• NSS connector rated for over 50,000 insertions for durability

• Lockable, removable trays provide secure drive protection

• Error-free tray insertion with flexible mounting orientation

• Supports SSDs and HDDs from 5mm to 15mm in height

• Builds a flexible storage system by housing four 2.5-inch SATA/SAS drives in one bay