Introduction

The PEXSAT31E1 2-Port PCI Express SATA/eSATA 6 Gbps (SATA 3.0) Controller Card adds one internal SATA 3.0 (6 Gbps) and one external eSATA 3.0 (6 Gbps) port, through a single PCIe slot.

Providing simple connectivity between a host computer and SATA 3.0 internal and external devices, the PCIe SATA/eSATA 3.0 adapter/controller card offers a cost-effective solution for connecting high-speed storage, such as High RPM Hard Drives , Solid State Drives (SSD), and external storage arrays, which in turn allows for easier data backups and archiving.

With full support for SATA 3.0 hard drives and data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps, the adapter card features a native PCI Express single chipset that provides enhanced compatibility, reliability and performance for external SATA 600 MB/s storage needs.

The controller card is backward compatible with SATA 2.0 devices, providing the versatility to use older storage, and features support for RAID 0 and 1 modes as well as port multiplier capability with command-based and FIS-based switching for connecting multiple external hard drives to a host PC through a single external SATA connection.

Suitable for installation in slimline or small form factor computer cases, the PEXSAT31E1 offers a dual profile solution, including a low profile/half-height bracket for easy installation.

Benefits

• Up to twice the speed of SATA II (3Gbps)
• Includes optional low profile bracket making this a suitable solution for small form factor computer cases

Features

• Supports SATA Rev 3.0 transfer speeds up to 6.0Gbps and backwards compatible with SATA I/II at 1.5/3.0Gbps
• Port Multiplier FIS-based and Command-based switching supported
• Supports RAID 0 and 1 modes
• Compliant with PCI Express 2.0 standards
• Uses existing SATA/eSATA cabling
• Supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and ATA/ ATAPI commands
• Ships with a full profile bracket installed, low profile included
• LED headers for HDD activity LED indicators

Specification

Connector Type(s): PCI Express x1 Male

Internal Ports: SATA (7 pin, Data) Plug

External Ports: eSATA (7 pin, Data) Plug

Operating Temperature: 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)

Humidity: 15~90% RH

Ports: 2

Interface: eSATA & SATA

SATA

Bus Type: PCI Express

Card Type: Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)

Chipset ID: Marvell - 88SE9128

Shipping (Package) Weight: 180 g [6.4 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 6 Gbps

Type and Rate: SATA III (6 Gbps)

Port Multiplier: Yes

Number of Ports That Support Port Multiplier: 2 (can only use 1 PM at a time)

Number of Drives Supported Through Port Multiplier: 1 to 5

Bootable: Yes

RAID: Yes

Supported RAID Modes: JBOD - (Just a Bunch of Disks)

RAID 0 (Striped Disks)

RAID 1 (Mirrored Disks)

ATAPI Support: Yes

Color: Red

Product Length: 67 mm [2.6 in]

Product Width: 53 mm [2.1 in]

Product Height: 18 mm [0.7 in]

Product Weight: 35 g [1.2 oz]

OS Compatibility: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10

Note: Connected drives cannot be used as System / Primary drive in Windows Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2016

Note: The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. If used with PCI Express Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5 Gbps. If used with PCI Express Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5 Gbps.

Alarm function is not supported in MSU software.

Included in Package: PCI Express SATA Controller Card

Low Profile Bracket

Driver CD

Instruction Manual