StarTech.com 6P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD PCIe SATA Card - 6 Port SATA III 6Gbps Expansion Adapter - PCIe x4 - Plug-in Card
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SATA expansion card operates on PCI Express 3.0 technology with a x4 lane configuration, providing sufficient bandwidth to support six simultaneous SATA III connections at 6Gbps each. The Serial ATA/600 controller implements AHCI 1.4 specifications for optimal host communication and supports ATA and ATAPI device protocols, ensuring compatibility with HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives.
The card's single-chip architecture simplifies system integration while maintaining robust performance. It supports storage management systems including Windows Storage Spaces, macOS RAID Assistant, and Linux mdraid/mdadm utilities, giving administrators flexible software RAID options without requiring hardware RAID functionality.
Relevant factors for this section include Host Interface, Controller Type, Operating System Supported, Total Number of SATA Ports. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This StarTech.com SATA card delivers practical expansion capabilities for IT professionals and system builders who need to add substantial storage connectivity without replacing motherboards or compromising performance. The six-port design maximizes slot efficiency while maintaining full SATA III speeds across all connections.
Dual Bracket Flexibility
Includes both full-profile and low-profile mounting brackets, allowing installation in standard desktop towers and compact small form factor systems without additional purchases or modifications.
Broad OS Compatibility
Supports current and legacy Windows versions from Windows 7 through Windows 11, multiple macOS releases from Yosemite to Ventura, and Linux kernels 2.6.32 and newer for versatile deployment across mixed environments.
Enterprise-Grade Support
Backed by StarTech.com's 2-year warranty and 24/5 multilingual technical support from North America, providing reliable assistance for integration challenges and compatibility questions.
Deployment / Use Cases
This PCIe SATA card serves as an ideal storage expansion solution for numerous computing scenarios where additional drive connections are required. System builders can utilize it to add multiple drives for RAID configurations, media storage pools, or backup destinations without consuming multiple motherboard SATA ports.
Media server installations benefit from the six-port capacity when building large storage arrays for video libraries, music collections, or photo archives. IT departments can deploy these cards in workstations that require simultaneous access to multiple project drives or in backup servers that need to connect numerous destination drives for rotation schedules.
Workstation Storage Expansion
Add multiple high-speed SSDs for video editing projects, 3D rendering assets, or software development environments while maintaining optimal performance across all connected drives.
Server Drive Connectivity
Expand storage capacity in file servers, NAS builds, or backup appliances by connecting additional HDDs or SSDs through a single PCIe slot, maximizing drive count within space-constrained chassis.
Physical Profile
The card measures 3.23 inches in length, 2.13 inches in width, and 0.63 inches in height, with a compact footprint that fits most PCIe slots without interfering with adjacent components. Its lightweight 2.65-ounce construction minimizes stress on the motherboard slot while the included full-profile bracket (pre-installed) and low-profile bracket accommodate different chassis configurations. The stacked SATA connector design optimizes space utilization for cleaner cable management behind installed drives.
- Width
- 2.13" (54 mm)
- Height
- 0.63" (16 mm)
- Weight
- 2.65 oz (75 g)
- Length
- 3.23" (82 mm)
What's in the Box
The package includes all necessary components for immediate installation and operation.
Package contents include PCIe SATA Card Full-Profile Bracket (Installed) Low-Profile Bracket Quick-Start Guide, PCIe SATA Card. These included items support setup, installation, and immediate deployment without needing to source the core bundled accessories separately.
Highlights
- Adds six SATA III 6Gbps ports via a single PCIe x4 slot
- Features ASM1166 controller with Port Multiplier and NCQ support
- Supports Windows 7+, macOS 10.10+, and Linux 2.6.32+
- Includes both full-profile and low-profile mounting brackets
- Compact dimensions: 3.23" L × 2.13" W × 0.63" H
- Plug-and-play installation with no driver required for most OS
- Backward compatible with earlier SATA and PCIe generations
- 2-year warranty with 24/5 multilingual technical support
- RoHS and WEEE compliant for environmental responsibility
- Manufactured in Taiwan with StarTech.com quality standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 6P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | PCIe SATA Card |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | SATA Controller |
| Technical Information | |
| Host Interface | PCI Express x4 |
| Controller Type | Serial ATA/600 |
| Operating System Supported | Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows 8.1,Windows 10,Windows 11,Windows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2016,Windows Server 2019,Windows Server 2022,Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite,Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan,Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra,Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra,Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave,Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina,Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur,Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey,Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura,Linux 2.6.32 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of SATA Ports | 6 |
| Number of SATA Ports (Internal) | 6 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Plug-in Card |
| Height | 0.63" (16 mm) |
| Width | 2.13" (54 mm) |
| Length | 3.23" (82 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 2.65 oz (75 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | PCIe SATA Card Full-Profile Bracket (Installed) Low-Profile Bracket Quick-Start Guide |
| Platform Supported | PC |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
How many drives can I connect to this SATA expansion card?
The StarTech.com 6P6G-PCIE-SATA-CARD provides six internal SATA ports, allowing connection of up to six SATA devices simultaneously. This includes combinations of hard disk drives, solid-state drives, and optical disc drives. Each port operates at SATA III 6Gbps speeds, and the PCIe x4 interface provides sufficient bandwidth to support all six connections at full performance when used with compatible drives and systems.
What operating systems are supported by this PCIe SATA card?
This expansion card supports Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Windows Server 2012 R2 through 2022, macOS from 10.10 Yosemite to 13.0 Ventura, and Linux kernels 2.6.32 and newer. The card typically uses native operating system drivers, requiring no additional software installation for basic functionality. Advanced features like Port Multiplier support may require specific OS configurations or management utilities depending on your storage setup requirements.
Does this card support hardware RAID configurations?
No, this SATA expansion card does not include built-in hardware RAID functionality. It operates as a standard AHCI controller that presents each connected drive independently to the operating system. However, you can implement software RAID using your operating system's storage management tools, such as Windows Storage Spaces, macOS RAID Assistant, or Linux mdraid/mdadm utilities. This approach provides flexible RAID options without the limitations of proprietary hardware RAID implementations.
What type of PCIe slot is required for installation?
This card requires a PCI Express x4 slot or larger (x8, x16) for proper installation. It is compatible with PCIe 3.0 specifications and maintains backward compatibility with earlier PCIe generations at reduced bandwidth. The card includes both full-profile and low-profile brackets, allowing installation in standard desktop towers with full-height slots or compact systems with low-profile slots. The physical card length of 3.23 inches ensures compatibility with most chassis configurations.
Are SATA cables included with this expansion card?
No, SATA cables are not included in the package. You will need to purchase SATA data cables separately to connect your drives to the card's six internal SATA ports. The card uses standard SATA data connectors that work with any quality SATA cable. For optimal performance with SATA III 6Gbps devices, we recommend using cables rated for 6Gbps operation to ensure signal integrity and maximum transfer speeds between your drives and the expansion card.
What is the warranty coverage for this StarTech.com SATA card?
StarTech.com provides a 2-year limited warranty for this PCIe SATA expansion card. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Additionally, the product includes access to StarTech.com's technical support, available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week with multilingual assistance from North America-based support teams. The card is also RoHS and WEEE compliant, meeting environmental standards for hazardous substance restrictions and electronic waste management.
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