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StarTech.com 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA Controller Card PEXESATA2I

Name: StarTech.com 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA Controller Card PEXESATA2I
Brand: StarTech.com
SKU: B0019PFQJ0

Bottom line: The StarTech.com 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 1 external eSATA port and 1 internal SATA port

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

This PCI Express SATA Controller Card allows you to turn a PCI Express (1x) slot into one internal SATA and one external SATA (eSATA) connection. Supporting SATA 300 (SATA II) hard drives and data transfer rates of up to 3Gbps, this controller card is the perfect solution if you need an extra SATA port or want to externalize your storage. The controller card is designed based on a native PCI Express single chipset that provides enhanced compatibility, reliability and performance for your external storage needs. Plus, PEXESATA2I features Port Multiplier support with command based switching…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. StarTech.com's expansion cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for expansion cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

Port Multiplier technology supports multi-drive external enclosures over a single eSATA cable at speeds up to 3 Gbps
Supports hard drives larger than 136GB with 48-bit LBA and both an internal and external port for greater flexibility
1 external eSATA port and 1 internal SATA port
Support for FIS and Command-based Port Multiplier technology
48-bit Logical Block Addressing (LBA)
Drive Hot-Plugging support

Full Specifications

Brand	StarTech.com
Model Number	PEXESATA2I
Mfr Part Number	PEXESATA2I
Number of Items	1
Hardware Interface	PCI, eSATA
Warranty Description	Lifetime warranty
Global Trade Identification Number	00065030827997

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StarTech.com 1 Port eSATA + 1 Port SATA II PCI Express SATA Controller Card PEXESATA2I is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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