StarTech.com 2P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD 2-port 6Gbps PCIe SATA Converter

Running out of drive bays or needing faster storage can bottleneck your workflow, and a simple add-on card can solve it. The SATA Converter lets you plug two SATA III SSDs or HDDs into an empty PCIe x1 slot, giving you instant extra capacity and speed without swapping drives. It’s a plug-and-play solution that keeps your system responsive and future-proof.

StarTech.com SATA Converter

Enjoy smooth, reliable performance as soon as the card is seated. The card works in full-height or low-profile cases, and Windows, macOS and Linux all recognise it automatically. You’ll notice quicker file transfers and the freedom to expand storage without opening the case again.

Benefits of StarTech.com SATA Converter

• Easy installation: plug-and-play design means no driver hunting.
• Space saving: adds two drives while using only one PCIe slot.
• Compatibility: works with Windows, macOS and Linux out of the box.
• Flexibility: supports both SSDs and HDDs for any budget.
• Future proof: backward compatible with older SATA standards.

Key Features of a 6Gbps SATA Converter

• Form factor: Plug-in card. Compact card fits standard slots.
• Data transfer rate: 6 Gb/s. Delivers SATA III speeds for fast transfers.
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s. Connects directly to modern drives.
• Host bus: PCIe 2.0 x1. Uses a common motherboard slot.
• Channel quantity: 2. Provides two independent SATA ports.
• Chipset: ASMedia ASM1161. Ensures stable, high-performance operation.
• Width: 18 mm. Fits easily in most cases.
• Depth: 69 mm. Low profile for tight builds.
• Height: 121 mm. Includes both full-height and low-profile brackets.
• Warranty: Lifetime. Backed by free 24/5 North American support.

Usages of a 6Gbps SATA Converter

Ideal for gamers adding SSDs, professionals needing extra fast storage, or home users expanding a NAS. It suits desktops, workstations and low-profile servers where a single PCIe slot is the only expansion option.

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