iStarUSA Inc.
iStarUSA Inc. T-7DE-SS 5.25" to 3.5" SATA SAS 6.0 Gbps Hot-swap Rack
Fits one 3.5" SAS or SATA drive into a 5.25" bay with hot-swap tray and key lock
- TypeHot-swap Rack
- SpecificationsStandard Drive Bays: 1 x 3.5" Hotswap, 1 x 5.25" Drives Hots
- FeaturesSupports plug & play, hot-swappable Security key lock that p
- Fits a single 3.5" drive into a 5.25" bay
- Hot-swap SATA and SAS drives at up to 6.0 Gbps
- Key lock secures the drive against accidental removal
- Open aluminium frame allows optional 40 mm fan cooling
- Supports 2.5" and 3.5" drives up to 12 TB capacity
5.25" to 3.5" Hot-Swap Rack
The iStarUSA T-7DE-SS converts a single 5.25" bay into a hot-swappable 3.5" drive slot. It accepts SAS I/II and SATA I/II/III hard drives or SSDs. A key lock secures the tray and prevents accidental ejection. The open aluminium chassis aids cooling and supports an optional 40 mm fan.
Server builds needing front-access SAS/SATA storage
Suits administrators who want tool-less drive changes in a 5.25" opening with a physical security lock. Builds requiring 2.5" drives without a separate adapter or systems without a spare 5.25" bay should look elsewhere.
6.0 Gbps SATA/SAS interface
The backplane delivers up to 6.0 Gbps transfer rates for compatible 3.5" SAS and SATA drives. It also supports 2.5" SAS and SATA devices and is validated for 12 TB hard drives. This interface speed is the deciding factor for drive compatibility.
Highlights
- Fits a single 3.5" drive into a 5.25" bay
- Hot-swap SATA and SAS drives at up to 6.0 Gbps
- Key lock secures the drive against accidental removal
- Open aluminium frame allows optional 40 mm fan cooling
- Supports 2.5" and 3.5" drives up to 12 TB capacity
Specifications
| Brand | iStarUSA |
|---|---|
| Model | T-7DE-SS |
| Type | Hot-swap Rack |
| Specifications | 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: Aluminum Material of Main Chassis: Aluminum Color of Main Chassis: Black Dimensions: 1.65" x 5.75" x 7.36" |
| Features | Supports plug & play, hot-swappable Security key lock that prevents HDD from accidentally removed Point to point, free from Master / Slave setting Open-frame aluminum body for best cooling with optional 40mm fan High performance transfer rate up to 6.0 Gb/s Supports 2.5" and 3.5" SAS I/II & SATA I/II/III HDDs 12TB hard drive compatible |
| Shipping weight | 1.36 kg |
| Package size | 254 × 203 × 76 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the T-7DE-SS work with my existing SATA II drives in a 5.25" bay?
Yes, it accepts 3.5" SATA I/II/III drives and fits a standard 5.25" bay with point-to-point connection and no master/slave settings required.
How do I confirm the T-7DE-SS is operating correctly after installation?
The front panel shows a power LED and an HDD activity LED so you can see the drive is powered and transferring data.
Does the T-7DE-SS include a 40mm cooling fan or must I buy one separately?
The open-frame aluminum chassis supports an optional 40mm fan; the fan itself is not included and must be purchased separately.
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