Syba SD-VIA-1A1E1S Combo IDE(1)/eSATA(1)/SATA(1) PCI Card Software RAID, VT6421A
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Bottom line: The Syba SD-VIA-1A1E1S Combo IDE(1)/eSATA(1)/SATA(1) PCI Card Software RAID, VT6421A is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category, priced around $19.38. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Syba's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Ultra ATA133 1-Port + eSATA 1-Port + SATA 1-Port PCI Raid Card, VT6421A chipset , 1x eSATA (External), 1x Ultra ATA133 (Internal), 1x SATA x1 (Internal),VT6421A chipset, Support 2-SATA Ports and 1-Ultra ATA Port, RAID 0, 1, 0+1, JBOD Supported, PCI 32-Bit 33MHz Interface, Compliant with PCI Specification 2.2, Support PCI Bus-Master Access, Fully Plug & Play compatible, Totally software transparent with PATA & SATA,Parallel ATA Interface, Supports Ultra DMA Mode transfers up to Mode 6 timing, Transfer rate up to 133MB/s, 48-bit LBA mode for connecting HDD more than 137GByte, Supports PIO mode…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Syba SD-VIA-1A1E1S Combo IDE(1)/eSATA(1)/SATA(1) PCI Card Software… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the expansion cards category. Syba'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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Syba |
|---|---|
| Style | standard |
| Style Name | standard |
| Model Number | SD-81012152 |
| Mfr Part Number | SD-81012152 |
| Compatible Devices | Desktops, Laptops |
| Hardware Interface | IDE, PCI, eSATA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00810154012152 |
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Syba SD-VIA-1A1E1S Combo IDE(1)/eSATA(1)/SATA(1) PCI Card Software RAID, VT6421A is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Price data may not reflect current market pricing — verify on Amazon before purchase. Price and availability subject to change.
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