StarTechcom 6Gbps eSATA Controller Card

The PEXSAT31E1 2 Port PCI Express SATAeSATA 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 SATAeSATA 3.0 adaptercontroller 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 MBs storage needs. The controller card is backward compatible with SATA 2.0 devices, providing the versatility to use older storage, and features 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 bracket for easy installation.