eShinreal 8-Port U.2 NVMe Card PCIe 3.0 x16 to SFF-8643 NVMe Switch Card (PLX8749)

This high-density PCIe switch card revolutionizes NVMe storage expansion by transforming a single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot into eight high-performance SFF-8643 ports. Powered by the advanced Broadcom PLX8749 PCIe switch chip, it delivers exceptional storage scalability for data centers, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments.

Key Features:


1.
Unparalleled Connectivity:
8x SFF-8643 (Mini-SAS HD) ports supporting NVMe U. 2 SSDs
PCIe 3.0 x16 host interface ( 15.76GB /s total bandwidth)
PLX8749 switch chip enables efficient lane distribution


2.
Enterprise Performance:
Supports up to 8x NVMe 1.3 / 1.4 SSDs simultaneously
Delivers up to 3.2M random IOPS (4K reads)
Maintains consistent 3.5GB /s per drive throughput


3.
Advanced Switching Technology:
Non-blocking PCIe packet switching architecture
Dynamic lane allocation (x2/x4 per port)
Automatic speed negotiation and link training


4.
Robust Thermal Management:
Massive passive heatsink with optimized fin array
Optional 4-pin fan header for active cooling
Wide operating temperature range (0°C to 70°C)


5.
Deployment-Ready Design:
Tool-less full-height/low-profile bracket swap
Port activity LEDs for easy monitoring
6-pin auxiliary power for stability with multiple drives
Technical

Specifications

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Host Interface: PCIe 3.0 x16
Device Ports: 8x SFF-8643 (Mini-SAS HD)
Switch Chip: Broadcom PLX8749
Supported Protocols: NVMe 1.3 / 1.4
Form Factor: Full-height (low-profile bracket included)