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52Pi 5-Bay SATA PCIe Storage HAT for Raspberry Pi 5, DC/Molex

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This 52Pi 5-Bay SATA Storage Expansion Board (EP-0265) provides robust multi-drive storage for your Raspberry Pi 5, utilizing the native PCIe interface for high-speed data transfer. It offers four onboard SATA ports and one external eSATA port, powered via 12V DC or 4-pin Molex for stable operation.

Features

  • Expands Raspberry Pi 5 with 4 onboard SATA and 1 external eSATA port, supporting up to 5 drives.
  • Leverages Raspberry Pi 5’s native PCIe interface for high-speed, reliable data access.
  • Features flexible 12V DC 5525 barrel jack or 4-pin Molex power input.
  • Compact HAT-style stacked design simplifies installation and saves space.
  • Capable of powering both the expansion board and the Raspberry Pi 5 simultaneously.

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Description

The 52Pi 5-Bay SATA Storage Expansion Board transforms your Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerful storage server by providing five total drive connections. It connects directly to the Raspberry Pi 5 via its native PCIe interface, ensuring optimal data transfer speeds crucial for demanding applications like NAS, media streaming, and data backup. This dedicated PCIe link bypasses the limitations of USB-based storage solutions, offering superior performance and reliability.

Designed for continuous operation, this HAT-style board integrates seamlessly with the Raspberry Pi 5, maintaining a compact form factor. It supports flexible power input options, either a 12V DC 5525 barrel jack or a 4-pin Molex connector, which can also supply stable power to the connected Raspberry Pi 5. This makes the 52Pi 5-Bay SATA HAT an ideal solution for developers and makers building robust, multi-drive storage systems.

Key Features

  • Supports up to 5 HDDs or SSDs simultaneously for extensive storage capacity.
  • Equipped with 4 onboard SATA ports and 1 external eSATA port.
  • Utilizes the native PCIe interface for high-bandwidth data access with Raspberry Pi 5.
  • Dual power input options: 12V DC 5525 barrel jack or standard 4-pin Molex connector.
  • Designed to power both the expansion board and the Raspberry Pi 5.
  • Compact HAT-style stacked design ensures easy integration and minimal footprint.
  • Includes essential PCIe FPC cables and a GPIO stacking header for setup.
  • Engineered for reliable 24/7 operation in server or data logging applications.

Applications

  • Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems
  • Dedicated backup servers
  • Home or office media servers
  • Large-scale data storage solutions
  • Cloud storage infrastructure development
  • Development environments requiring fast, local storage
  • IoT data logging and analysis platforms

Technical Specifications

ModelEP-0265
Item Type5-Bay SATA Storage Expansion for Raspberry Pi 5
Compatible BoardRaspberry Pi 5
Storage Interfaces4 × SATA + 1 × eSATA
Maximum Drives5
Host InterfacePCIe
Power Input12V DC 5525 / 4-Pin Molex
Form FactorHAT
Dimensions56 x 86 x 15 mm
Weight43g

Frequently Asked Questions

What Raspberry Pi models is the 52Pi 5-Bay SATA Expansion Board compatible with?

This expansion board is specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5. It utilizes the Pi 5's native PCIe interface for high-speed connectivity and is tailored to its form factor and power delivery mechanisms, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility. It will not work with older Raspberry Pi models.

How does this 5-Bay SATA expansion board connect to the Raspberry Pi 5?

The 52Pi 5-Bay SATA HAT connects to the Raspberry Pi 5 via its native PCIe interface, leveraging two included FPC cables. This direct high-speed connection provides significantly faster data transfer rates compared to USB-based storage solutions, which is crucial for multi-drive setups like NAS.

What are the power requirements for the 52Pi 5-Bay SATA HAT?

The board requires a 12V DC power input, which can be supplied either through a 5525 barrel jack or a 4-pin Molex connector. This robust power supply is essential to ensure stable operation for up to five connected drives and the expansion board itself.

Can the 52Pi 5-Bay SATA expansion board power the Raspberry Pi 5 directly?

Yes, the 52Pi 5-Bay SATA expansion board is designed to provide stable power to both the expansion board and the Raspberry Pi 5 through its 12V DC 5525 barrel jack or 4-pin Molex input. This simplifies cable management and ensures adequate power for the entire system.

What are the primary applications for this 5-Bay SATA expansion solution?

This expansion board is ideal for building robust Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems, personal cloud storage, media servers, and dedicated backup servers. Its native PCIe connectivity and support for multiple drives make it suitable for applications requiring high-throughput data storage and reliability, such as IoT data logging.

Package Includes

  • 1 x 52Pi 5-Bay SATA Storage Expansion Board for Raspberry Pi 5
  • 1 x UPS
  • 2 x PCIe FPC Cable
  • 1 x 2×20-pin Female Header
  • 2 x Acrylic Baffle
  • 4 x M2.5×27+6 mm Brass Standoff
  • 4 x M2.5×5+6 mm Brass Standoff
  • 14 x M3×4 mm Screw
  • 4 x Hand-tightened Brass Nut
  • 1 x M2.5 Screwdriver
  • 1 x eSATA 2-in-1 Data Cable
  • 1 x Plastic Box

Additional Information

Weight 0.043 kg
Dimensions 8.6 × 5.6 × 1.5 cm