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Dennis K.

Dennis K.

Joined on 03/17/05

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Most Favorable Review

Fits in an extra Drive

iStarUSA BPU-230SATA-RED 2x5.25" to 3x3.5" SATA Hot-swap Raid Cage
iStarUSA BPU-230SATA-RED 2x5.25" to 3x3.5" SATA Hot-swap Raid Cage

Pros: I have one of these in each of my desktops. I like the idea of fitting 3 drives in the space of 2 drive bays. It is easy to swap in a different OS, or a large back up drive without opening the case. There are extra drawers available so you don't even have to unmount your drives. Also, my drives last longer since there is a fan blowing on them all the time.

Cons: None, all have worked flawlessly for several years.

11/15/2011

Compact and Cool

iStarUSA BPU-340-SA- BLUE 3x5.25" to 4x3.5" SATA2.0 Hot-Swap Backplane Raid Cage
iStarUSA BPU-340-SA- BLUE 3x5.25" to 4x3.5" SATA2.0 Hot-Swap Backplane Raid Cage

Pros: Nice way to get 4 drives into 3 bays. I am using four 1TB drives in a RAID 5 setup. Drives stay cool. Nice slides and locks. Engagement felt secure and positive. No misalignment worries.

Cons: The fan is a bit loud, but moves plenty of air.

Overall Review: Planning to buy another for my other system. Makes swapping drives and retrieving data from your old drives so much easier without having to open the case.