StarTech.com 8 Port PCIe SATA III Controller Card - Expand Storage with 8 High-Speed SATA Drives

StarTech.com 8 Port SATA PCIe Card, PCI Express 6Gbps SATA Expansion Card with 4 Controllers, PCI-e x4 Gen 2 to SATA III Adapter Card

Enhance your computer or server's storage capabilities with the StarTech.com PCIe SATA Card, part number 8P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD. Designed to support up to eight SATA III (6Gbps) drives, this controller allows for high-speed data transfers and reliable performance in a compact, plug-in form factor. The card connects via a PCIe x4 slot, utilizing four independent 2-port SATA controllers and a PCIe multiplexer, delivering a total throughput of up to 20Gbps. It includes two Mini-SAS to 4x-SATA adapter cables, each with locking connectors to prevent accidental disconnections, ensuring secure drive connections inside your computer case. This setup makes it suitable for demanding data storage environments, whether you are expanding a workstation or building a high-capacity server.

The controller's design emphasizes broad compatibility and ease of use. The integrated PCIe MUX improves motherboard compatibility by managing downstream controllers, enabling operation with systems that support or lack bifurcation. It supports software RAID configurations, allowing flexible management of your drives without the need for hardware RAID controllers. Backward compatibility with SATA I/II and PCIe Gen 1 ensures the card works efficiently with older hardware, while supporting PCIe Gen 2 and SATA III guarantees optimal performance with newer systems. Compatible with Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10), macOS (10.6.8 and above), and Linux (2.6.32 and above), the card provides versatile support across multiple platforms.

Installation is straightforward with plug-and-play functionality. It includes a full-profile bracket installed by default and a low-profile bracket for compact cases, enabling versatile mounting options. The card supports software data management tools such as Storage Spaces, RAID Assistant, and mdraid/mdadm, simplifying setup and management of storage arrays. Backed by a two-year warranty and supported by StarTech.com’s North American-based technical support, this SATA controller is a dependable solution for expanding high-speed storage in professional or personal systems.

Features:

• Supports up to eight SATA III (6Gbps) drives via four 2-port controllers for high-performance data transfer

• PCIe x4 host interface with PCI Express 2.0 support ensures dependable and efficient connectivity

• Includes two Mini-SAS to 4x-SATA adapter cables with locking connectors for secure drive connections

• Designed for broad compatibility with motherboards supporting or lacking bifurcation, managed by an integrated PCIe MUX

• Supports software RAID configurations with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems

• Plug-and-play installation with full-profile and low-profile brackets for flexible mounting options

• Backward compatible with SATA I/II and PCIe Gen 1 systems, ensuring versatile integration

• Ideal for expanding storage capacity in workstations and servers with high-speed data transfer needs