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StarTech PEXESATA2
Two-port PCI Express eSATA controller card for external SATA storage. This is a model-specific catalog entry; confirm the exact label and revision before use.
IDENTIFICATION: Match the full model/part number and board revision to the label. Port and bus information below is included only where the linked manufacturer or standards documentation supports it; revisions and platform support may differ.
Specifications and service checks
| Catalog subcategory | Storage and disk controllers |
|---|---|
| Exact model / part identifier | PEXESATA2 |
| Bus / host interface | PCI Express x1. |
| Verified interfaces / protocols | Two external eSATA ports; SATA II up to 3 Gb/s. The manufacturer lists FIS-based switching, NCQ, and legacy command queuing support. |
| OS / driver / firmware caveat | Follow the PEXESATA2 support page for driver and OS details. Booting from attached storage depends on motherboard option-ROM support and is not implied by the external ports. |
| Service note | Match the printed PEXESATA2 SKU and board revision. Use shielded, correctly rated eSATA cables; disconnect external storage safely and avoid hot-plug unless the drive, driver, and OS support it. |
Installation and archival notes
- Record the board model, revision, serial/date code, firmware, bracket, accessories, and the documentation revision used to identify the unit.
- Confirm the host slot's electrical wiring/keying, required power, supported OS/driver, and any platform or option-ROM restriction in the cited model documentation.
- Use ESD precautions. Do not infer pinout, compatibility, protocol, boot support, or revision equivalence from a similar connector or product-family name.
Match the printed PEXESATA2 SKU and board revision. Use shielded, correctly rated eSATA cables; disconnect external storage safely and avoid hot-plug unless the drive, driver, and OS support it.
Model-specific sources
- StarTech.com — PEXESATA2 product and specificationsExact MPN and two-port PCIe eSATA product identification.
- StarTech.com — PEXESATA2 support and downloadsManufacturer driver, installation, and compatibility downloads.
Source links are selected for this exact model or its manufacturer-documented family. Review the source revision and your card's printed identifiers before service.