EXSYS EX-3466-2 SATA III 4-poorts switch - 1-naar-4 HDD/SSD-omschakelaar, 6Gbps, hot-swap, Marvell-chipset

The EXSYS EX-3466-2 is a hardware-based SATA III switch that lets you connect one host port to four SATA devices and select which one is active at any time. Unlike software-based solutions, it operates independently of the operating system, making it ideal for multi-boot setups, drive cloning, or testing multiple drives without constantly swapping cables.

Highlights

• 1-to-4 SATA III port switching with a single host connection
• Supports data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps (SATA III)
• Backward compatible with SATA II (3 Gbps) and SATA I (1.5 Gbps)
• Hot-plug support for quick drive changes
• LED indicators for power and per-port activity
• Powered by a Marvell 88SM9705 chipset for reliable switching

In daily use

Install the EX-3466-2 inside your PC case or drive enclosure, connect the host SATA port to your motherboard or controller, and attach up to four SATA drives (HDDs, SSDs, or optical drives). Use the onboard switch to select the active drive. The switch is transparent to the system, so no drivers are needed. The SATA power connector supplies +5V and +12V to the module.

Full specifications

• Host interface: 1x SATA III (6 Gbps)
• Device interfaces: 4x SATA III (6 Gbps)
• Data transfer rate: up to 6 Gbps
• Backward compatibility: SATA II (3 Gbps), SATA I (1.5 Gbps)
• Supported devices: SATA I/II/III HDDs, SSDs, optical drives
• Chipset: Marvell 88SM9705
• Power connector: 1x 15-pin SATA power
• Features: Hot-plug support, Native Command Queuing (NCQ)
• Operating mode: 1-to-4 port switch
• LED indicators: Power, activity (per port)
• OS compatibility: OS independent
• Form factor: Internal PCB module
• Input voltage: +5V, +12V (via SATA power)
• Compliance: SATA Revision 3.0 specification

Final note

The EX-3466-2 is a practical tool for technicians and enthusiasts who need to manage multiple SATA drives from a single host connection without software complexity.