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PCIe3.0 X16 to 4Port SFF-8654 8i Adapter, for GPU & NVMe SSD, PEX8749 PLX8749 Controller with Bifurcation Function, Applicable to Windows Server/Windows/linux/VMwareESX/ESXi/FreeBSD14/Ubuntu System
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YiBaoTong PCIe3.0 X16 to 4Port SFF-8654 8i Adapter

Bottom line: The YiBaoTong PCIe3.0 X16 to 4Port SFF-8654 8i Adapter is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics & video 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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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For retro PC hardware and period-correct parts, synthesises manufacturer documentation, community compatibility lists and marketplace listings rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ No splitting required
  • ✓ Backed by YiBaoTong's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

The motherboard does not support splitting and can still be used (direct mode) PCIe dynamic allocation - all interfaces can be used simultaneously ◆ Silent version ✔ Support esxi ✔ Support Black Synology PCH (South Bridge) can also be used for the outlet slot ● Support insertion into the x4 extension of Thunderbolt for use PCIe × 16 bandwidth can be used ● No motherboard PCIe disassembly (plug into PCIe slot for direct use) 4 8654 8i interfaces (can be converted to PCIe or connected to solid-state drives)

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored YiBaoTong PCIe3.0 X16 to 4Port SFF-8654 8i Adapter using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics & video category. YiBaoTong's retro graphics & video 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 retro graphics & video 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

  • No splitting required
  • NOT compatible with SATA SSD.
  • ● No motherboard PCIe disassembly (plug into PCIe slot for direct use)
  • The motherboard does not support splitting and can still be used (direct mode)  PCIe dynamic allocation - all interfaces can be used simultaneously  ◆ Silent version  ✔ Support esxi  ✔ Support Black Synolog
  • No driver required, plug and play. Applicable to Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022, Windows7/8/10/11, Linux, VMware ESX/ESXi 5/6/7, FreeBSD 11/12/13/14, Ubuntu 20/22 system, Not applicable to FreeBSD 15.0 system.

Full Specifications

BrandYiBaoTong
Style(4x) SFF-8654, 8i
Style Name(4x) SFF-8654, 8i
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberPEX8749 PLX8749
CompatibilityLinux
Number of Items1
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer, Laptop, Thunderbolt Device
Hardware InterfacePCI Express x16
Warranty Description180DAY
Full listing titlePCIe3.0 X16 to 4Port SFF-8654 8i Adapter, for GPU & NVMe SSD, PEX8749 PLX8749 Controller with Bifurcation Function, Applicable to Windows Server/Windows/linux/VMwareESX/ESXi/FreeBSD14/Ubuntu System

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