iStarUSA Inc.
iStarUSA Inc. BPX-35U3-SA 3.5" to 2.5" SATA 6 Gbps Hot-swap Rack
Converts a 3.5" bay to hot-swap 2.5" SATA drives with internal SATA and external USB 3.0 access
- TypeHard Drive Cage
- ColorBlack
- SpecificationsStandard Drive Bays: 1 x 2.5" Hotswap 1 x 3.5" Drives Hotswa
- FeaturesEasily connect a 2.5" HDD / SSD to your computer with this r
- Dual internal SATA and external USB 3.0 connectivity for flexible drive access
- Fits a standard 3.5" bay while accepting 2.5" SATA I/II/III drives
- Tool-free hot-swap ejection lets you secure or transport the enclosure instantly
- Aluminium enclosure dissipates heat and resists shock during mobile use
- Dust-resistant front bezel helps protect the drive in server environments
Dual-purpose SATA rack
The iStarUSA BPX-35U3-SA is a new 3.5-inch bay adapter that holds one 2.5-inch SATA drive. It combines a fixed internal rack with a removable aluminium enclosure that slides in and out. The enclosure connects internally through a SATA 6 Gbps link to the motherboard and externally through a USB 3.0 port for portable access.
Internal or external workflows
This kit suits builders who want a hot-swap 2.5-inch drive inside a standard 3.5-inch bay and the option to eject that same drive for USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 use elsewhere. It does not suit buyers who need to mount a 3.5-inch drive in the removable tray or who require more than one hot-swap slot in a single bay.
Single 2.5-inch SATA tray
The decisive specification is the single removable tray that accepts 7 mm or 9.5 mm 2.5-inch SATA I, II or III hard drives and SSDs. The tray ejects with a button press and provides both the internal SATA connection and the external USB 3.0 interface.
Highlights
- Dual internal SATA and external USB 3.0 connectivity for flexible drive access
- Fits a standard 3.5" bay while accepting 2.5" SATA I/II/III drives
- Tool-free hot-swap ejection lets you secure or transport the enclosure instantly
- Aluminium enclosure dissipates heat and resists shock during mobile use
- Dust-resistant front bezel helps protect the drive in server environments
Specifications
| Brand | iStarUSA |
|---|---|
| Model | BPX-35U3-SA |
| Type | Hard Drive Cage |
| Color | Black |
| Specifications | Standard Drive Bays: 1 x 2.5" Hotswap 1 x 3.5" Drives Hotswap HDD Type: 2.5" SATA I/II/III Indicators: Solid blue: power on. Blinking blue: HDD accessing Material of Front Bezel: Plastic Material of Main Chassis: Aluminum and Plastic Color of Front Bezel: Black Color of Main Chassis: Black Dimension: 0.99" x 4.00" x 6.52" |
| Features | Easily connect a 2.5" HDD / SSD to your computer with this rack Internally: use the SATA interface to connect to motherboard Externally: connect to any computer with USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 connectors available Designed to minimize dust intrusion: the hard drive entry door closes automatically when hard drive enclosure ejected Aluminum alloy hard drive enclosure body for strength and efficient heat dissipation LED indicators for power & HDD activity Fits in any standard 3.5" drive bay Compatible with 7mm & 9.5mm 2.5" SATA I/II/III HDD and SSD |
| Shipping weight | 0.34 kg |
| Package size | 183 × 160 × 48 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the BPX-35U3-SA fit a standard 3.5 inch drive bay?
Yes, the fixed rack is engineered to fit into any standard 3.5 inch drive bay.
What is the correct way to install the SATA cable and the removable enclosure?
Connect the included SATA cable to the motherboard first, then slide the enclosure with the 2.5 inch drive into the fixed rack until it clicks.
Which drive heights are supported for future drive replacements?
The enclosure accepts both 7 mm and 9.5 mm 2.5 inch SATA drives.
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