Choose this SATA adapter from StarTech.com to increase the digital storage space of your DAS device. It lets you convert two internal SFF-8643 ports on a controller card to two external SFF-8644 ports. This means you can connect to an SAS or SATA drive and enhance the functionality of your existing setup. As the unit's compatible with 12Gbps SAS drives, you'll get fast transfer speeds for maximum productivity.

Versatile installationIt's easy to install this unit by inserting it into any PCI, AGP or PCIe expansion slot.
Broad compatibilityThe adapter comes with full-profile and low-profile mounting brackets for compatibility with standard computer cases.

• Compact size of 74 (L) x 120 (W) x 22mm (H) adds minimal bulk to your setup
• Light weight of 54g for easy portability

StarTech Mini-SAS adapter lets user convert two internal SFF-8643 ports on a controller card into two external SFF-8644 ports. This enables user to connect external SAS or SATA drives in devices such as a Direct Attached Storage (DAS) device to an internal backplane or SAS controller for additional storage. The adapter can connect up to eight drives in total and is compatible with 12Gbps SAS drives as well as 6Gbps SATA drives

• dual SFF-8643 to SFF-8644 Mini-SAS HD adapter
• low-profile bracket

Can I use older drives with this adapter?Yes, it's backwards-compatible with 6Gbps SAS and SATA drives, so can be used with legacy equipment.