QNAP QDA-A2AR - HDD/SSD enclosure, Black

The QNAP QDA-A2AR 3.5-inch SATA to dual 2.5-inch SATA drive adapter with hardware RAID allows you to install two 2.5-inch drives in a single 3.5-inch bay. This increases storage capacity in desktop PCs or NAS units by enabling the use of multiple smaller drives. Built-in hardware management supports several RAID modes for redundancy or improved performance. Data transfer speeds depend on the host port and the drives used. As the storage array is managed at the hardware level, it functions independently of the host operating system.

The black adapter is designed to match the dimensions of a standard 3.5-inch drive. It ships without pre-installed drives, allowing you to choose storage based on your specific requirements. To install, secure the drives into the adapter before inserting the unit into a 3.5-inch SATA bay. You can select the desired mode using the physical switches before installation. The adapter is compatible with PC systems and QNAP NAS devices that feature a 3.5-inch SATA connection.

• RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and individual disk support: Offers hardware-controlled configurations for data redundancy or speed.
• Serial ATA III interface: Supports data transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s.
• Dual 2.5-inch drive slots: Houses two smaller drives in the space of one 3.5-inch bay.
• 101.6 mm x 25.9 mm x 138.2 mm footprint: Fits into standard fixed or hot-swap drive trays.
• Storage expansion: Enables internal storage density in limited spaces.
• 150g weight: Lightweight design adds minimal mass to the host machine.
• 9.5 mm maximum drive height: Accommodates most standard 2.5-inch storage devices.