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iStarUSA T-7DE-SS 5.25" to 3.5" SATA SAS 6 Gbps HDD SSD Hot-swap Rack
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Learn more about the iStarUSA Inc. T-7DE-SS
| Brand | iStarUSA |
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| Model | T-7DE-SS |
| Type | Hot-swap Rack |
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| Specifications | Standard Drive Bays: 1 x 3.5" Hotswap, 1 x 5.25" Drives Hotswap HDD Type: 3.5" SAS I/II & SATA I/II/III Indicators: Power and HDD activity Security: Key Lock Material of Handle: Aluminum Material of Main Chassis: Aluminum Color of Main Chassis: Black Dimensions: 1.65" x 5.75" x 7.36" |
| Features | Supports plug & play, hot-swappable Security key lock that prevents HDD from accidentally removed Point to point, free from Master / Slave setting Open-frame aluminum body for best cooling with optional 40mm fan High performance transfer rate up to 6.0 Gb/s Supports 2.5" and 3.5" SAS I/II & SATA I/II/III HDDs 12TB hard drive compatible |
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| First Listed on Newegg | May 03, 2018 |
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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Manufacturer Contact Info
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- Support Phone: 1-888-989-1189
- Support Email: tech@istarusa.com
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The iStarUSA T-7DE-SS is a 5.25-inch-bay hot-swap rack for connecting a 2.5- or 3.5-inch SAS or SATA drive, making it suitable for desktop and server users who need removable drive access with support for transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s.
Recommended For
- PC or server administrators who regularly swap a single 2.5- or 3.5-inch SATA/SAS drive and have an available internal 5.25-inch bay.
- Technicians working with compatible SATA or SAS drives who want tool-accessible, hot-swap drive changes plus power and activity indicators.
- Desktop or workstation builders repurposing an unused 5.25-inch bay to make one internal drive easier to remove and replace without opening the case each time.
- Users who want a physical key lock to help prevent accidental removal of the installed drive.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Adding a hot-swappable SAS or SATA drive bay to a system with a 5.25-inch drive bay |
| Drive Compatibility And Bays | One 3.5-inch hot-swap bay and one 5.25-inch drive bay; supports 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SAS I/II and SATA I/II/III drives, including plug-and-play hot swapping |
| Interface And Transfer | SAS and SATA connectivity with transfer rates up to 6.0 Gb/s; point-to-point connection requires no master/slave setting |
| Security And Indicators | Key lock helps prevent accidental drive removal; power and HDD activity indicators |
| Construction And Cooling | Black aluminum chassis with aluminum handle; open-frame design supports cooling, with an optional 40 mm fan |
| Dimensions | 1.65 × 5.75 × 7.36 inches |
| Model Identifiers | iStarUSA T-7DE-SS |