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StarTech HSB4SATSASBA 4-Bay 6Gbps Mobile Rack

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Convert three standard 5.25in drive bays into a high-density 4-bay trayless 3.5in SATA/SAS 6Gbps hot-swap backplane engineered for server enclosures and workstations.

OVERVIEW

  • The StarTech.com HSB4SATSASBA is an internal mobile rack backplane designed for IT administrators, system integrators, and data center engineers seeking dense, hot-swappable 3.5in storage. Compatible with standard 3.5in SATA I/II/III and SAS I/II hard drives or SSDs, it integrates seamlessly into 3x 5.25in bay server bays and workstation towers. Compared to tray-based models like the HSB3SATSASBA or single-bay caddies, its door-actuated trayless latch mechanism enables rapid, tool-less hot-swapping while maximizing airflow and structural rigidity.

USE CASES

  • Storage Server Density Expansion: Expanding internal drive capacity in 3U/4U custom white-box server chassis utilizing open 5.25in front bays.
  • Hot-Swap RAID Array Maintenance: Housing critical RAID 5/6/10 volumes where rapid drive swapping minimizes rebuild times and operational risks.
  • Media & Video Post-Production Workstations: Giving editors hot-swappable local drive access for swapping high-capacity project drives without powering down.
  • Data Center Cold Storage Ingestion: Hot-swapping backup HDDs for offsite physical archiving or high-security data air-gapping workflows.
  • Surveillance System Storage Expansion: Accommodating continuous 24/7 video recording drives with easy drive replacement on NVR appliances.
  • Lab Testbeds & Diagnostics: Providing IT engineers with an open, accessible test bench for rapid drive testing, wiping, and OS deployment.

KEY FEATURES

  • Trayless Drive Insertion Mechanism: Eliminates the hassle of mounting drives onto caddies, reducing maintenance down-time and drive replacement time during field service operations.
  • 3x 5.25in to 4x 3.5in High-Density Form Factor: Fits four 3.5in SATA/SAS drives into three 5.25in external bays, maximizing front-panel storage density without upgrading host chassis.
  • SATA III & SAS I/II 6Gbps Architecture: Supports host transfer rates up to 6Gbps, delivering unthrottled throughput for RAID arrays, database servers, and high-speed archives.
  • Individual Key Locks per Bay: Secures hard drives physically against unauthorized removal or accidental ejection in high-traffic or remote server environments.
  • Integrated 70mm Cooling Fan & Vented Aluminum Chassis: Pulls heat away from mechanical drives, maintaining operational temperatures to prevent thermal throttling and drive failures.
  • Dual SATA Power Connectors with Individual Drive LEDs: Simplifies power delivery using standard SATA power cables while providing at-a-glance drive activity and status monitoring.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: StarTech.com
  • Product Type: 4-Bay 3.5" Internal Hot-Swap Mobile Rack Backplane
  • Chassis Space Required: 3x 5.25" External Drive Bays
  • Drive Compatibility (Ultra Short): 4x 3.5" SATA I/II/III & SAS I/II HDDs; OS Independent.
  • Internal Drive Connectors: 4x SFF-8482 (29-pin SAS Data & Power)
  • Host System Connectors: 4x 7-pin SATA Data + 2x 15-pin SATA Power
  • Max Bus / Protocol Transfer Speed: Up to 6.0 Gbps (SATA 6Gbps / SAS 6Gbps)
  • Enclosure Construction: Vented Aluminum Housing with Plastic Bezel (UL94-V0 Flammability Rated)
  • Active Cooling System: 1x 70mm Rear Exhaust Cooling Fan (Sleeve Bearing)
  • Security & Access Lock: Dedicated key locks on drive ejection levers (2 keys included)
  • Indicators & Monitoring: 1x Power LED, 4x Drive Activity LEDs
  • Dimensions (H x W x L): 4.9 in (12.4 cm) x 5.7 in (14.5 cm) x 7.8 in (19.7 cm)
  • Operating Conditions: Operating Temp: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F); Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 85% RH
  • Regulatory & Environmental Compliance: CE, FCC, RoHS 2, REACH, WEEE
  • Package Contents: HSB4SATSASBA Backplane, 4x SATA Cables, 8x Mounting Screws, 2x Bay Keys, User Manual
  • Warranty & Support: StarTech.com 2-Year Warranty and Free Lifetime 24/5 Tech Supportty

Why Choose This Product?

  • Eliminates Unplanned Server Downtime: Hot-swap capabilities allow technicians to pull out failing drives and insert replacements on the fly while host systems remain fully online.
  • Lowers Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): Maximizes existing full-tower or rackmount chassis density without spending capital budget on new server enclosures.
  • Supports Flexible Storage Media: Works seamlessly with standard, cost-effective SATA drives as well as high-reliability enterprise SAS drives.
  • Saves Time on Hardware Maintenance: Trayless drive slots eliminate the labor-intensive step of screwing drives into trays before installation.
  • Ensures Data Physical Security: Key-locking drive bays prevent intentional theft or accidental disc extraction in shared server rooms.
  • 100% OS Independent Setup: Pure hardware passthrough design requires no specialized drivers or software configuration to deploy.
  • Enterprise Grade Build: Fire-rated UL94-V0 materials and active heat dissipation guard against hardware degradation in continuous 24/7 server environments.

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