StarTech.com
StarTech.com Mobile Rack Backplane for 2.5" SATA/SAS Drive
Enhance your storage management with the StarTech.com Mobile Rack Backplane, designed for 2.5-inch SATA or SAS drives. This backplane is ideal for system integrators and administrators needing flexible and rapid drive access. It supports hot-swapping, allowing for easy drive replacement or removal in demanding work environments. Featuring a durable, vented metal enclosure for optimal heat dissipation and a lockable, removable tray for drive security, this backplane ensures reliable performance and longevity. It supports a wide range of drive heights and offers high-speed data transfer up to 6 Gbps.
$32.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
273
/ 561
#273 in Hard Drive Enclosures & Mounts
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Number of Bays
1
Who it's for
- Hot-Swap Functionality
- Dual Drive Compatibility
- Enhanced Drive Security
Who should skip it
- Requires Dedicated Bay Space
- SAS Controller Required
- Potential Cooling Limitations
Key Specs
Number of Bays
1
Material
Aluminum and Steel
Cooling Method
Passive Cooling
Mounting Type
Internal 3.5 Inch Bay
Max Data Transfer Speed
6 Gbps
Hot Swappable
Yes
LED Indicator
Yes
Drive Type Compatibility
HDD and SSD
Features
- Hot swap drives for quick access
- Supports 2.5in SSDs and HDDs (5-15mm)
- Lockable, removable tray for drive protection
- NSS connector rated for 50,000+ insertions
- Vented metal enclosure for heat dissipation
- Interchangeable tray design
- Easy vertical or horizontal mounting
- High-speed data transfer up to 6Gbps
What customers say
IT professionals highly value this mobile rack backplane for its robust build quality and exceptional reliability in high-density storage. A key advantage is its dual compatibility, seamlessly supporting both 2.5-inch SATA and high-speed SAS drives, which simplifies mixed environment setups. Users confirm the hot-swap functionality operates flawlessly, ensuring convenient maintenance without system interruption. Installation into standard 3.5-inch bays is straightforward, effectively creating a professional hot-swap enclosure. While most users report excellent performance, minor fitment tightness in specific chassis models has been noted. Overall, this backplane is recommended as a durable, high-performing component that delivers enterprise-level functionality justifying its cost for demanding storage needs.
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