eShinreal 4 Port U.2 to PCI Express x8 SFF-8643 NVMe Switch Adapter Card-PLX8724

This advanced PCIe switch adapter delivers enterprise-grade NVMe storage expansion, transforming a single x8 host connection into four high-speed U. 2 (SFF-8639) ports. Designed for data centers and performance workstations, it enables efficient connectivity to multiple NVMe SSDs while maintaining optimal bandwidth allocation through intelligent PCIe switching technology.

Key Features:
Multi-Drive NVMe Support
4x U. 2 (SFF-8639) ports supporting PCIe 3.0 / 4.0 NVMe SSDs
Configurable lane allocation (x2/x4 per drive)
Hot-plug capable with proper backplane implementation
Flexible Host Connectivity
SFF-8643 (Mini-SAS HD) host interface
Supports both bifurcated (x4x4) and non-bifurcated modes
Backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems
Intelligent Switching Architecture
Non-blocking PCIe packet switch
Automatic lane negotiation and speed matching
Built-in link training and equalization
Enterprise Reliability
Robust passive cooling solution
Wide operating temperature range (0°C to 70°C)
Status LEDs for individual port monitoring

Technical

Specifications

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Host Interface: PCIe x8 (Gen3/Gen4)
Device Ports: 4x U. 2 (SFF-8639)
Protocol Support: NVMe 1.3 / 1.4
Form Factor: Low-profile (half-height) bracket included