StarTech.com QUAD-M2-PCIE-CARD-B
Best storage expansion for power users needing high-speed multi-drive setups.
This card transforms a single PCIe slot into a massive, high-speed storage powerhouse for your workstation. It is the ultimate solution for those who need to consolidate multiple drives, though you will need to manage your RAID configurations through software to unlock its full potential.
$177.12
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Matrix Solutions
Who it's for
- Power users needing massive high-speed storage capacity
- Data professionals requiring maximum throughput for RAID configurations
- Performance enthusiasts prioritizing drive longevity and thermal stability
Who should skip it
- Casual users seeking simple plug-and-play storage upgrades
- Mainstream users with standard motherboards lacking bifurcation support
- Gamers needing their primary PCIe slot for high-end graphics
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Consolidates four high-speed drives into a single PCIe slot efficiently.
Thermal Management
Vented bracket design keeps drives cool under heavy sustained workloads.
Protocol Versatility
Seamlessly handles both NVMe and AHCI protocols for diverse drive setups.
Bandwidth Throughput
PCIe 4.0 x16 interface provides massive headroom for high-speed data transfers.
Form Factor Compatibility
Supports a wide range of M.2 sizes including the 22110 standard.
RAID Flexibility
Software-based RAID offers reliable management without proprietary hardware dependencies.
Key Specs
Host Interface
PCIe 4.0 x16 slot
Number of Ports
4 M.2 SSD slots
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Up to 7.8GBps per drive
Supported Protocols
NVMe or AHCI
Supported M.2 Sizes
2242, 2260, 2280, and 22110mm
Includes
Pre-installed full-profile vented bracket
RAID Support
Software RAID (Storage Spaces, mdraid/mdadm)
Warranty
2-year
Card Form Factor
PCIe Full-Height
Bracket Profile Type
Full Height
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