StarTech.com
StarTech.com SATSASTRX25 2.5" Drive Bay Panel
Best hot-swap tray for professionals managing high-capacity storage and backups.
Enhance your data storage flexibility with this spare 2.5" hot swap hard drive tray from StarTech.com. Designed for seamless integration with SATSASBP125 and SATSASBP425 backplanes, this tray supports both SAS and SATA 2.5” drives ranging from 5mm to 15mm in height. Its durable aluminum construction features venting to maximize heat dissipation and maintain optimal drive temperatures. When paired with compatible controllers, achieve file transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps. This interchangeable tray is ideal for quickly expanding storage capacity or managing rotating backup solutions in demanding work environments.
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
122
/ 561
#122 in Hard Drive Enclosures & Mounts
Number of Bays
1.0
Who it's for
- System builders requiring standard, hassle-free SATA connectivity
- IT professionals needing frequent drive swaps for testing or backups
- Users looking to maximize storage in limited chassis space
Who should skip it
- Owners of modern cases lacking external 3.5-inch drive bays
- Users prioritizing clean, minimalist internal cable management
- Power users demanding heavy-duty, long-term mechanical reliability
Performance breakdown
Thermal Efficiency
Vented aluminum construction effectively draws heat away from high-performance drives.
Drive Compatibility
Broad support for SAS and SATA drives up to 15mm thick.
Hot-Swap Reliability
Designed for frequent, seamless drive changes in demanding professional environments.
Build Durability
Rugged aluminum frame ensures long-term stability for critical storage arrays.
System Integration
Perfectly engineered for quick installation into existing StarTech backplane systems.
Data Throughput
Reliably handles 6 Gbps speeds for standard SATA and SAS operations.
Key Specs
Number of Bays
1.0
Material
Aluminum
Cooling Method
Passive Cooling
Mounting Type
Internal 3.5 Inch Bay
Max Data Transfer Speed
6.0 Gbps
Hot-swappable
True
Drive Type Compatibility
HDD and SSD
Drive Form Factor Compatibility
2.5 inch
Features
- Interchangeable with single and quad-bay backplanes
- Supports hot-swapping for quick drive access
- Vented aluminum design aids heat dissipation
- Compatible with SAS and SATA 2.5" drives
- Enables expandable storage configurations
- Designed for fast-paced work environments
- Supports drive heights from 5mm to 15mm
- Provides an extra tray for backup rotation
What customers say
System builders overwhelmingly value this drive bay panel for its exceptional build quality and flawless functionality. Reviewers consistently highlight the sturdy metal construction, which ensures a secure, vibration free fit when mounting 2.5 inch drives into standard bays. Installation is straightforward, making adaptation simple for upgraders. While some users noted minor issues with the included screws or perceived the price as slightly high, the consensus confirms that the precise engineering and reliability justify the investment. It is highly recommended as a dependable component that performs exactly as expected.
Know before you buy
This tray is specifically designed for use with the StarTech.com SATSASBP125 (single-bay) and SATSASBP425 (quad-bay) backplanes.
Yes, the tray supports both 2.5-inch SAS and SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD), provided they fall within the supported height range.
The tray is compatible with 2.5-inch drives ranging from 5mm to 15mm in height, making it versatile enough for both slim SSDs and thicker enterprise-grade HDDs.
Yes, the tray is fully hot-swappable, allowing you to remove or replace drives without powering down your system, provided your backplane and controller support this feature.
The aluminum construction acts as a passive heat sink, and the integrated venting helps dissipate heat effectively. This helps maintain optimal operating temperatures for your drives during intensive data transfers.
When used with compatible controllers, this tray supports data transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps, ensuring high performance for your storage tasks.
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