Imagine a desktop that feels slow when you open a big video file or load a heavy program. You need storage that can keep up, but buying a new computer is costly. The Sonnet Fusion Dual 2.5-inch SSD RAID lets you add two fast SATA SSDs to a single PCIe slot. It turns ordinary drives into a high-speed storage engine, so you can work, play, and edit without waiting.
Sonnet Fusion Dual 2.5-inch SSD RAID
Many users struggle with limited internal space and slow data transfer rates. When the system cannot move data quickly, applications lag and productivity drops. This card solves the problem by letting you mount one or two 2.5-inch SATA SSDs in a full-length PCIe slot. The result is a clean, cable-free installation that delivers the speed of a RAID array without the complexity of extra cables or power connectors.
Benefits
- Boosted read and write speeds let large files open in seconds.
- Two drives in one slot free up space for other cards or devices.
- Hot-plug support means you can add or replace drives without shutting down.
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD for performance, redundancy, or simple expansion.
- Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux so you can use it on any platform.
Usages
The card is ideal for a gaming PC that needs fast load times for large game worlds. It also fits a video editing workstation where raw footage must be streamed without pauses. Small business servers benefit from the extra capacity and the option to mirror data for safety. Even a home media center can store more movies and stream them instantly.
Key Features
- PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface for high bandwidth.
- Supports up to 8 TB total capacity (two 4 TB SSDs).
- Two internal SATA ports for easy drive mounting.
- ASMedia 3142 and 1352R chipsets ensure reliable performance.
- RAID levels 0, 1, and JBOD give flexibility.
- Hot-plug capability for quick drive changes.
- Full-length card fits standard desktop and server cases.
- No extra power or data cables required.
- Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
- RoHS certified for environmental compliance.
Specifications
| Ports & interfaces |
| Internal SATA ports quantity |
2 |
| PCI Express slots version |
3.0 |
| Host interface |
PCI Express x4 |
| Supported storage drive interfaces |
Serial ATA |
| Performance |
| Certification |
RoHS |
| Number of devices supported |
2 |
| S.M.A.R.T. support |
No |
| Chipset |
ASMedia 3142, ASMedia 1352R |
| SSD support |
Yes |
| RAID levels |
0, 1, JBOD |
| System requirements |
| Linux operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Mac operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Mac compatibility |
Yes |
| Windows operating systems supported |
Yes |
| Other features |
| Hot-Plug support |
Yes |
