FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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PEXSAT34RH specifications

StarTech.com PEXSAT34RH is an advanced PCIe SATA expansion card designed to enhance storage capabilities for servers, workstations, and high-performance computing systems. This product is a go-to solution for those looking to add multiple SATA drives to their existing setups, allowing users to maximize their data storage and improve overall system performance.

The PEXSAT34RH features a PCI Express 2.0 x4 interface, which ensures compatibility with a wide range of motherboards. It supports up to four SATA III (6 Gbps) drives, enabling users to connect additional hard disk drives or solid-state drives. With this expansion card, users can easily migrate data and improve redundancy through RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 10, and JBOD support. This flexibility is essential for professionals who deal with large amounts of data and require reliable storage solutions.

One of the standout features of the PEXSAT34RH is its use of the ASMedia ASM1061 chipset, which enhances data transfer speeds and efficiency. This technology allows for better performance compared to older SATA controllers, making it ideal for high-demand applications such as video editing, gaming, and data analysis. The card also supports hot-swappable drives, meaning users can replace or add drives without having to power down their system, minimizing downtime.

In terms of design and installation, the PEXSAT34RH is user-friendly. It comes with a low-profile bracket, making it suitable for both standard and compact cases. The installation process is straightforward, with no additional drivers required for most modern operating systems, including Windows and Linux.

Additionally, the PEXSAT34RH includes support for TRIM and NCQ features. TRIM helps maintain SSD performance over time by enabling the operating system to inform the SSD which blocks of data are no longer in use. NCQ (Native Command Queuing) optimizes the processing of multiple commands, improving the performance of the drives during heavy workloads.

In conclusion, the StarTech.com PEXSAT34RH PCIe SATA expansion card is a robust solution for anyone looking to expand storage capabilities. With its support for multiple SATA drives, RAID configurations, and enhanced data transfer technologies, it provides the versatility needed for demanding applications, making it an excellent choice for both personal and professional use.