StarTech.com HSB3SATSASBA 3-Bay Aluminum Trayless Hot Swap Backplane for 3.5-inch SATA and SAS Drives

StarTech.com 3 Bay Aluminum Trayless Hot Swap Mobile Rack Backplane for 3.5in SAS II/SATA III - 6 Gbps HDD

The StarTech.com HSB3SATSASBA is an innovative internal drive enclosure designed to facilitate quick and secure hot-swapping of up to three 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hard drives. This backplane transforms two 5.25-inch drive bays into a versatile, high-performance interface suitable for enterprise applications and professional data centers. Crafted from durable solid aluminum, it ensures excellent heat dissipation while maintaining a sleek, professional appearance. Its vented design and built-in fan help prevent overheating, which is critical for maintaining drive integrity during intensive operations. The trayless design simplifies installation and removal, utilizing ejection levers and a key-lock mechanism to secure drives, reducing the risk of accidental removal or tampering. Support for SATA revisions I/II/III (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gbps) and SAS I/II (3.0/6.0 Gbps) makes it compatible with a wide range of drives, enabling seamless integration into existing systems. The enclosure features integrated power and activity LEDs for each drive, providing clear status indicators at a glance. This model is ideal for data centers, server rooms, or any environment requiring reliable, high-speed drive management. The package includes the backplane, installation screw kit, instruction manual, two bay keys, and three 18-inch SATA cables for immediate setup. Backed by a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support from StarTech.com, this product delivers both quality and peace of mind for professional storage solutions.

Features:

• Solid aluminum construction for durability and heat dissipation

• Key lock design for secure drive management

• Built-in fan to prevent overheating during operation

• Supports three 3.5-inch SATA or SAS hard drives

• Installs in two 5.25-inch drive bays for easy integration

• Trayless design enables hot-swapping without tools

• Compatibility with SATA revisions I/II/III and SAS I/II for broad drive support

• UL VO flammability rated for safety compliance

• LED indicators for power and activity status of each drive