SATA II-150 2-Port Cardbus
Serial ATA (SATA) is the latest form of computer connectivity, featuring faster
transfer speeds, easier configuration, and the ability to hot swap drives. With
the Vantec 2-Port eSATA PCMCIA CardBus, you can add the features and functionality
of eSATA to your notebook. With the external SATA port, the PCMCIA
Cardbus gives the flexibility of adding a high speed connection to an external
hard drive. Traditionally, one would use USB 2.0 to connect to external
hard drives. While USB 2.0 offers reasonably fast speeds at 480Mbps, SATA
transfers at a speed of up to 1,500Mbps! Take advantage of SATA on your
computer with the Vantec 2-Port eSATA PCMCIA CardBus.
Detailed Features
Specifications
Interface: 32-bit 33/66 MHz PCI v2.2
Connections: 2x External SATA (eSATA) port
Dimension: 115mm x 54mm x 16mm
Pentium or equivalant PC with one available PCMCIA slot
Windows 98SE/NT4.0/ME/2000/XP
A Closer Look Features
Easily add eSATA to any system with an open PCMCIA slot.
Transfer Rates Up to 1500Mbps (150MB/s).
Supports Hot-swapping: Plug and play without rebooting!q
Latest Owner Reviews
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REVIEW BY: Reviewed
Oct 20, 2008
Buyer beware. PCMCIA can be the slowest bus in your computer. Theoretically, in 32bit dword mode, PCMCIA is 133MB/s. On my Dell D630, I'm getting 19MB/s write performance through this card. This is much slower than USB 2.0. Avoid this card if you're not sure your PCMCIA bus is going to operate at full throughput.
REVIEW BY: impressed Reviewed
Sep 28, 2008
if you buy this be sure to go to www.vantecusa.com and update the driver. The driver included is flakey and caused horrible performance issues on my dell. Once I updated the driver it has been working flawlessly for days. new driver is: 1.3.71.1 8/19/2008. Before new driver don't buy. After new driver worth the $30
REVIEW BY: Reviewed
Jun 05, 2008
I bought this to have fast access to an external SATA disk, much faster than USB.
I followed the instructions and driver installation went smooth on XP Sp2. The speed is better than on built in HD, so Im pretty happy with the performance
REVIEW BY: ssax Reviewed
Feb 18, 2008
I've had this device for 2 months now, and it works flawlessly. It also contains full instructions for driver installation, just to make things easier.
REVIEW BY: cutuy Reviewed
Jul 19, 2007
''Doesn't Work''
Problem with driver. I should have believe the review about this product on other websites
12 Easy Steps to Installing a PCI Adapter
Card
The simple task of installing a PCI adapter card into a desktop computer
takes only a few minutes. All you need to complete the job is our handy
step-by-step, photo-illustrated guide and a Philips screwdriver. Please
note that there are many PCI adapters that can be installed in your computer
system. Therefore, this brief guide only covers the physical installation
of the card itself. To install peripheral attachments you will need to consult
the installation directions that come with the adapter card.
Manufactured by:
Vantec Thermal Technologies Mfg Part No:
UGTST350CB UPC No:
844767003320 Box Size:
( Length:
9, Width:
7, Depth:
2 )
Shipping Weight:
.2500 pound(s)
Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
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