Description
Delivering high-performance and reliable connectivity for demanding storage environments, including digital content creation, tape streaming and backup, rich content delivery, server clustering, complex databases, and more, the ThunderLink SH 3128 Thunderbolt 3 to SAS/SATA Adapter from ATTO allows users to achieve high I/O performance for real-time and transactional applications. It is equipped with two 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 ports, which support DisplayPort, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and PCIe protocols, plus daisy chaining for up to six devices, as well as two SFF-8644 mini-SAS ports, each of which supports four devices at speeds up to 12 Gb/s SAS-3. All in all, this adapter lets you connect SAS and SATA devices, including storage and LTO 8 tape drives, to your Windows or Mac system running Thunderbolt 3. Thunderbolt 3 enables a maximum throughput of 2750 MB/s, and thanks to expanders, up to 3500 drives or tape drives are supported. If you don't have Thunderbolt 3, this adapter can be used with Thunderbolt 2 systems via a legacy adapter. Included is a 110V power cord that only works in the USA and protection is provided by a limited 3-year warranty. General FeaturesAdvanced Data Streaming (ADS) Technology ATTO's exclusive Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) Technology helps maximizes CPU processes to deliver smooth and reliable data transfers and consistent performance.ATTO Config Tool ATTO's user-friendly Config Tool features a GUI that helps to simplify the installation, management, and monitoring of the Thunderbolt adapter. With advances troubleshooting and performance-tuning capabilities, Config Tool provides users with the diagnostics and flexibility to control settings for specific applications.