Addonics: Rackmount SATA to USB 3.1 Converter

Addonics Technologies, Inc. announced a rackmount SATA to USB 3.1 Converter, which allows users to turn any SATA device into the SuperSpeed+ USB 3.1 storage solution.

When connected to a USB 3.1 port, the converter can deliver data throughput up to 10Gb/s. This effectively doubles the speed of USB 3.0 and is 20 times faster than USB 2.0. Since it is backward compatible with previous USB standards, any SATA HDD, SSD (Solid State Drive), and even optical drives can easily be converted into USB 3.1 storage. It comes mounted on a SCIS-I bracket, which means it can easily be mounted onto any storage enclosure with a standard SCSI-1 (Centronic 50) cut out. It can be mounted on a standard desktop computer chassis by using an optional PCI mounting bracket.

The converter comes in a choice of models. There’s also a model with a write-protect function that is ideal for sharing drives containing important data among different users or for forensic application. Drives connecting to this bridge appear as read-only media, similar to a CD or DVD disc. All features are identical as the standard version except the write function is disabled. This feature ensures absolute protection on any HDD or SSD against virus contamination or data tampering.

The products are an companion to the USB 3.1 PCIe controller, which the company announced last month. The controller is a simple and economical solution for adding the latest high speed 10Gb/s USB 3.1 port to desktop computers or servers.

Suggested retail for the SATA to USB 3.1 Converter is $26.99.

The product is OS independent, no driver required.