PCIe SATA Card 8 Port - Add Eight 6Gbps SATA Devices Easily

In this review the PCIe SATA Card 8 Port is assessed for users who need to expand internal storage on a desktop without replacing the motherboard. The bottom line: it is a practical, no-frills expansion card that lets a PC host up to eight SATA 3.0 6 Gbps drives using a single PCIe slot, and it works well for storage builds and backup rigs where capacity and hot-swap convenience matter. The review focuses on build quality, compatibility, and real-world use with both 3.5in and 2.5in drives.

Key Features

• Eight SATA ports: Lets a single PCIe x4 slot connect up to eight SATA 3.0 devices for large arrays or many drives in a compact system.
• Included cables and bracket: Ships with eight SATA cables and a low profile bracket so the card can be installed in full-size or slim PCs with minimal additional purchases.
• 6 Gbps transfer rates: Supports SATA 3.0 communication speeds up to 6.0 Gbps, allowing SSDs and fast HDDs to reach expected throughput when the rest of the system permits.
• Stable chipset: Uses ASMedia ASM1064 and JMB575 components to improve compatibility and steady operation under sustained transfers.
• Hot swap support: Drives can be connected and removed while the system is running when the OS and enclosure support hot-swap, which helps maintenance and drive rotation.

Who It's For

This card is best for desktop users building multi-drive storage arrays, backup stations, or media servers who have an available PCIe x4 or x8/x16 slot and need to add many SATA ports quickly and affordably. It is also useful for hobbyists who frequently swap drives for cloning, imaging, or testing.

It is not the first choice for laptops or systems without a spare PCIe slot, or for users who require hardware RAID-managed redundancy; the card provides port expansion and AHCI support but is not a dedicated RAID controller with battery-backed cache. Buyers needing enterprise RAID features should look elsewhere.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High port density lets eight SATA devices share a single PCIe slot for compact multi-drive builds.
• Supplied SATA cables and low profile bracket simplify installation in different case sizes.
• Uses ASMedia-based chipset for broad OS compatibility and consistent transfers.

Cons

• Does not include hardware RAID; relies on AHCI so advanced RAID functions need software or separate controller.

Specifications

Product name	PCI-E 4X to 8-port SATA3.0 expansion card
Bus interface	PCI-Express x4 slot (supports x4, x8, x16)
Expansion interface	8 SATA PCI-E 3.0 GEN3 ports
Communication speed	6.0 Gbps, 3.0 Gbps and 1.5 Gbps
Chipset	ASMedia ASM1064 + JMB575
OS compatibility	Windows 10/8, Linux (Ubuntu)
Included accessories	8 SATA cables and low profile bracket

Our Verdict

The PCIe SATA Card 8 Port is a sensible and cost-effective way to add many SATA connections to a desktop for storage arrays, backup, or drive testing. Its included cables, low profile bracket, and ASMedia-based chipset make installation straightforward and reliable, offering good value for users who do not need a dedicated RAID controller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work in a PCIe x16 slot?
Yes. The card requires a PCIe x4 slot but also supports x8 and x16 slots physically and electrically.

Are cables and brackets included?
Yes. The package includes eight SATA cables and a low profile bracket for slim cases.

Does it support hot swap?
Yes. The adapter supports hot swap when the operating system and enclosure configuration allow it.