iStarUSA Inc.
iStarUSA Inc. T-7-SA-RF 5.25" to 3.5" SATA SAS 6.0 Gbps Hot-swap Rack server accessory
A compact aluminium cage converts a 5.25" bay into a hot-swap 3.5" SATA or SAS tray with a 40 mm fan and key lock
- TypeHard Drive Cage
- SpecificationsRoHS Compliance Version: Yes Standard Drive Bays: 1 x 3.5" H
- FeaturesCableless Connection, Support Plug & Play, Hot-Swappable Pow
- Hot-swap 3.5" SAS/SATA drives without cable clutter
- Key lock secures drives and cuts electronic failure points
- 40 mm front fan delivers direct airflow to installed drives
- Compact 7.5" depth fits tight server chassis spaces
- Supports 12 TB SATA/SATA drives at 6.0 Gbps transfer rate
Drive cage for 3.5-inch hot-swap bays
The iStarUSA T-7-SA-RF fits a single 3.5-inch SAS or SATA drive into a standard 5.25-inch front bay. An all-aluminium chassis and a 40 mm fan provide airflow while a key lock secures the tray. The cage supports transfer rates up to 6.0 Gbps and handles drives up to 12 TB capacity.
Suited for servers needing one removable drive
This unit serves administrators who want a single hot-swap slot with a physical lock and compact 7.5-inch depth. It is not for builds that require multiple drive bays, tool-less trays, or support for 2.5-inch media. The refurbished condition means cosmetic wear may be present.
6.0 Gbps SATA and SAS interface
The backplane delivers a native 6.0 Gbps link for both SATA I/II/III and SAS I/II drives. If the host system only offers slower ports the cage will still operate at the speed the controller provides.
Highlights
- Hot-swap 3.5" SAS/SATA drives without cable clutter
- Key lock secures drives and cuts electronic failure points
- 40 mm front fan delivers direct airflow to installed drives
- Compact 7.5" depth fits tight server chassis spaces
- Supports 12 TB SATA/SATA drives at 6.0 Gbps transfer rate
Specifications
| Brand | iStarUSA |
|---|---|
| Model | T-7-SA-RF |
| Type | Hard Drive Cage |
| Specifications | RoHS Compliance Version: Yes Standard Drive Bays: 1 x 3.5" Hotswap 1 x 5.25" Drives Hotswap HDD Type: 3.5" SAS I/II & SATA I/II/III Indicators: Power and HDD activity Security: Key Lock Material of Handle: Plastic Material of Main Chassis: All Aluminum Design Color of Main Chassis: Black Cooling Fan: 1 x 40mm Dimensions: 1.65" x 5.75" x 7.48" |
| Features | Cableless Connection, Support Plug & Play, Hot-Swappable Power Control & Security Key Lock That Reduces From Potential Electronic Points of Failure Best Air Ventilation with 1 Front Fan Point to Point, Free from Master/Slave Setting Unique 7.5" Depth Compact Size Military Grade Quality Aluminum Frame & Tray High Performance Transfer Rate up to 6.0 Gb/s Support 3.5" SAS I/II & SATA I/II/III HDD 12TB Hard Drives Compatible |
| Shipping weight | 1.36 kg |
| Package size | 254 × 178 × 76 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the T-7-SA-RF into a 5.25" bay and what step is often missed?
Slide the unit into a free 5.25" bay, secure it with the supplied screws, then connect the SATA or SAS data and power cables to the backplane; the step often missed is locking the tray's key lock after inserting a drive so the hot-swap latch stays engaged.
What maintenance or replacement will the T-7-SA-RF need over time?
The 40 mm front fan is the only moving part; clean its blades periodically and replace the fan if airflow drops or noise increases, otherwise the all-aluminium chassis and cableless backplane require no scheduled service.
What limit appears first when the T-7-SA-RF runs under sustained load?
The single 40 mm fan sets the thermal ceiling; with continuous 6.0 Gbps transfers the drive temperature will hit its throttling point before the SATA or SAS interface saturates.
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