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Vantec Dual M.2 SATA III SSD RAID PCIe x4 Host Adapter Card – UGT-M2PC300R

Expand your desktop computer’s storage capabilities with the Vantec UGT-M2PC300R Dual M.2 SATA III SSD RAID PCIe x4 Host Adapter Card, designed to accommodate two M.2 SATA solid-state drives through a single PCI Express expansion slot. Combining hardware RAID functionality, high-speed SATA III connectivity and flexible storage configurations, this expansion card provides an excellent solution for storage expansion, data redundancy and improved system performance.

Powered by the second-generation ASMedia ASM1062R RAID controller with Hydratek hardware RAID technology, the UGT-M2PC300R supports multiple RAID configurations, allowing users to optimise storage performance, improve data protection or combine storage capacity according to their requirements.

Supporting two M.2 SATA SSDs in 2242, 2260 and 2280 form factors, this adapter provides flexible compatibility with a range of compact solid-state drives. Its dual-drive configuration supports RAID 0, RAID 1, SPAN and individual drive operation, making it suitable for desktop computers, professional workstations and storage-intensive applications.

RAID 0 combines both drives to improve storage performance, while RAID 1 provides data redundancy through drive mirroring. SPAN combines the available storage capacity of both drives into one logical volume, while individual mode allows each SSD to operate independently.

Designed for efficient operation, the UGT-M2PC300R uses standard AHCI drivers supported by major operating systems, reducing the need for additional driver installations. Its hardware RAID controller also handles RAID processing independently, helping minimise additional CPU resource usage.

The card features an integrated copper PCB heat spreader to assist with thermal management, alongside multiple LED indicators that display power, drive activity and RAID status. Automatic RAID rebuilding with background and offline rebuild functionality further supports convenient storage maintenance in RAID 1 configurations.

With PCI Express 3.0 x4 connectivity and backward compatibility with PCIe 2.0 and 1.0, the Vantec UGT-M2PC300R is an excellent choice for users looking to expand their computer’s M.2 SATA storage capabilities.

Whether you are building a storage workstation, creating a redundant storage configuration or upgrading an existing desktop computer, this Vantec expansion card provides flexible and reliable M.2 SATA RAID functionality.

FEATURES:

• Dual M.2 SATA SSD Support – Connect two M.2 SATA solid-state drives through one PCIe expansion card.


• Hardware RAID Controller – Features the ASMedia ASM1062R second-generation RAID controller with Hydratek hardware RAID engine.


• Multiple RAID Configurations – Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, SPAN and individual drive operation.


• RAID 0 Performance – Combines both SSDs into a striped storage configuration for improved performance.


• RAID 1 Data Protection – Mirrors data between two drives for redundancy.


• SPAN Configuration – Combines two drives into one logical storage volume.


• Individual Drive Mode – Allows both M.2 SSDs to operate independently.


• Automatic RAID Rebuilding – Supports automatic, background and offline RAID rebuilding.


• Wide M.2 Compatibility – Supports M.2 2242, 2260 and 2280 SATA SSDs.


• PCI Express 3.0 x4 Interface – Provides a high-speed connection to the motherboard.


• Backward PCIe Compatibility – Compatible with PCI Express 2.0 and 1.0.


• Standard AHCI Driver Support – Designed to work with built-in operating system AHCI drivers.


• Reduced CPU Utilisation – Hardware RAID processing helps minimise additional CPU resource usage.


• Copper PCB Heat Spreader – Helps dissipate heat generated during storage operations.


• LED Status Indicators – Provides visual monitoring of power, drive activity and RAID status.


• Low-Profile Installation – Includes a low-profile bracket for compatible compact desktop systems.


• SATA III Technology – Supports Serial ATA Revision 3.2, NCQ and PMF functionality.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Vantec UGT-M2PC300R Dual M.2 SATA III RAID PCIe x4 Host Card

General Specifications:

• Brand: Vantec


• Product Model: UGT-M2PC300R


• Product Type: M.2 SATA RAID Expansion Card


• Product Category: PCI Express Storage Controller


• Supported Drives: 2 x M.2 SATA SSD


• RAID Controller: ASMedia ASM1062R


• RAID Engine: Hydratek Hardware RAID Engine


• RAID Processing: Hardware-Based

M.2 Drive Compatibility:

• Number of M.2 Interfaces: 2


• Supported Drive Interface: M.2 SATA


• M.2 Key Type: B-Key


• NVMe Support: No


• M.2 2242: Supported


• M.2 2260: Supported


• M.2 2280: Supported


• Maximum Supported Drive Length: 80mm


• Drive Configuration: Dual M.2 SATA SSD

RAID Specifications:

• RAID 0: Supported


• RAID 1: Supported


• SPAN: Supported


• JBOD / Individual Mode: Supported


• Automatic RAID Rebuilding: Supported


• Background RAID Rebuilding: Supported


• Offline RAID Rebuilding: Supported


• RAID Status Indicators: Supported


• RAID Controller: ASMedia ASM1062R

Interface and Connectivity:

• Host Interface: PCI Express


• PCIe Standard: PCI Express 3.0


• PCIe Interface: x4


• Compatible Slot: PCIe x4 / x8 / x16


• PCIe 2.0 Compatibility: Yes


• PCIe 1.0 Compatibility: Yes


• SATA Standard: Serial ATA Revision 3.2


• SATA Features: NCQ and PMF


• Operating Mode: AHCI

Power Specifications:

• Power Source: PCI Express Bus


• PCIe Power: 3.3V


• Additional Power Connector: Not Required

Cooling and Indicators:

• Cooling Solution: Copper PCB Heat Spreader


• Drive Activity Indicators: Yes


• Power Indicators: Yes


• RAID Status Indicators: Yes


• LED Monitoring: Multiple LED Indicators

Operating System Compatibility:

• Windows 7: Supported


• Windows 8 / 8.1: Supported


• Windows 10: Supported


• Windows 11: Supported


• Linux: Supported with AHCI support


• Driver Installation: Designed to use standard AHCI drivers

Physical Specifications:

• Product Length: 189mm


• Product Width: 121mm


• Product Height: 20mm


• Dimensions: 189 x 121 x 20mm


• Product Weight: 87g


• PCB Colour: Green


• Expansion Bracket: Standard and Low-Profile


• Installation Type: Internal PCIe Expansion Slot

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

• Vantec Dual M.2 SATA III RAID PCIe x4 Host Adapter Card x 1


• Standard PCIe Bracket x 1


• Low-Profile PCIe Bracket x 1


• M.2 Mounting Screws x 2


• M.2 Mounting Nuts x 2


• Screwdriver x 1


• Quick Installation Guide x 1

Warranty: 1 Year (subject to local supplier confirmation)

Colour: Green

Model: UGT-M2PC300R

Part Number: UGT-M2PC300R

EAN: 4716872103508

UPC: 844767023052