iStarUSA Inc.
iStarUSA Inc. BPU-340-SA- SILVER 3x5.25" to 4x3.5" SATA 2.0 Hot-Swap Backplane Cage server accessory
Fits four 3.5" SATA drives into three 5.25" bays with hot-swap support and an 80 mm cooling fan
- SpecificationsCooling Fan : 1x80mm Interface : SATA 2.0 Hot-Swap Capable M
- FeaturesStylish aluminum color handle and heat-sink body Plug & Play
- Converts three 5.25" bays into four 3.5" SATA drive slots
- SATA 2.0 hot-swap backplane enables drive changes without powering down
- All-aluminium body with conductive dissipation grooves keeps drives cool
- Built-in 80 mm fan with speed-control switch provides active airflow
- LED indicators show power, fan and high-temperature status at a glance
Compact Hot-Swap Cage
The iStarUSA BPU-340-SA SILVER converts three standard 5.25" drive bays into four hot-swap slots for 2.5" or 3.5" SATA drives. It targets server builders and workstation users who need high-density storage with RAID 0, 1 or 5 capability in a compact aluminium chassis. The unit includes an 80mm cooling fan and four SATA cables for immediate installation.
SATA 2.0 Backplane Interface
The backplane operates at SATA 2.0 speeds and requires a separate RAID controller to enable the advertised RAID 0, 1 and 5 configurations. Without that controller the cage functions only as a hot-swap drive holder. Buyers planning software RAID or direct HBA connections should verify controller compatibility before purchase.
Included Cables and Cooling
Four SATA data cables are bundled so each drive bay can be connected without extra parts. The 80mm fan features a speed-control switch and works alongside conductive dissipation grooves in the aluminium body to manage drive temperatures. Power, fan and high-temperature LED indicators provide at-a-glance status monitoring for the array.
Highlights
- Converts three 5.25" bays into four 3.5" SATA drive slots
- SATA 2.0 hot-swap backplane enables drive changes without powering down
- All-aluminium body with conductive dissipation grooves keeps drives cool
- Built-in 80 mm fan with speed-control switch provides active airflow
- LED indicators show power, fan and high-temperature status at a glance
Specifications
| Brand | iStarUSA |
|---|---|
| Model | BPU-340-SA- SILVER |
| Specifications | Cooling Fan : 1x80mm Interface : SATA 2.0 Hot-Swap Capable Materials : All Aluminum Design with Conductive Dissipation Grooves Cables : SATA Cable Included (4pcs) Weight : 10 lbs. |
| Features | Stylish aluminum color handle and heat-sink body Plug & Play Support Hot-Swap, RAID 0/1/5 Power, fan and high temperature LED indicators Exceeds rotational vibration requirements specified for today's high-RPM drives Balance Handle - No Skew In/Out |
| Shipping weight | 1.84 kg |
| Package size | 254 × 191 × 171 mm |
Questions about this item
How many 3.5" SATA drives can the BPU-340-SA- SILVER hold in a single three-bay 5.25" slot?
The cage fits four 3.5" SATA drives inside three standard 5.25" front bays, giving high-density storage without using extra chassis space.
What does the SATA 2.0 interface limit in real use?
SATA 2.0 caps each drive at 3 Gb/s, so sequential throughput will not exceed that ceiling even with faster SATA III drives installed.
What physical space and mounting does the unit need?
It occupies three 5.25" drive bays, weighs 10 lbs, and includes an 80 mm cooling fan plus all required SATA cables for installation.
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