5-Port SATA III Port Multiplier Adapter Card
ST521PMINT
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Manual Revision: 09/16/2014
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................... 1
Product Diagram ....................................................................................2
Front View ....................................................................................................................................................2
Rear View ...................................................................................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation ............................................................................3
Bracket Installation ................................................................................................................................... 3
System Installation ................................................................................................................................... 4
Technical Support ..................................................................................7
Warranty Information ............................................................................7
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Introduction
System Requirements
• 1x computer system with available SATA port (Port Multiplier support required)
• 5x SATA HDD / SSD
Package Contents
• 1X – 5-Port SATA III Port Multiplier Adapter Card (ST521PMINT)
• 1X – SATA Cable
• 1X – SATA Power Y Splitter Cable Adapter – M/F
• 1x – Low Prole Bracket
• 1X – Instruction Manual
WARNING! Hard drives and storage controllers require careful handling. If you are not
careful with your hard disk, lost data may result. Always handle your hard drive and
storage device with caution. Be sure that you are properly grounded by wearing an
anti-static strap when handling computer components or discharge yourself of any
static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such as the
computer case) for several seconds.
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Product Diagram
Front View
1. Installation Bracket (Full Prole Bracket installed).
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Rear View
1. LED headers.
2. Power connection port.
3. Host computer SATA connection port.
4. SATA drive connection ports.
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Hardware Installation
Bracket Installation
1. Remove the undesired bracket by unscrewing the bracket screws from the top of the
ST521PMINT board using a small Phillips head screw driver (not included).
2. Replace the undesired bracket with your desired bracket lining up the mounting
holes on the bracket with the bracket holes on the on the bottom of the ST521PMINT.
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3. Drive the screws through the bracket holes on the ST521PMINT into the mounting
holes on your desired bracket using the small Philips head screw driver.
4. Your desired bracket has now been installed.
System Installation
Note: The SATA controller that the ST521PMINT is connected to must support Port
Multiplier.
1. Open your computer case (refer to the computer case user manual for details), and
place the ST521PMINT into an available expansion slot.
2. Using a computer case screw (not included) and the appropriate corresponding
screw driver (not included), drive the screw into the computer case through the case
mounting hole on the mounting bracket (refer to the computer case user manual
for details).
3. Connect the included SATA cable from your motherboard to the Host computer
SATA connection port on the ST521PMINT.
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4. Connect a SATA Power cable from your power supply to the power connection port
on the ST521PMINT.
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6. Using SATA cables (not included), connect each of your ve SATA drives to the SATA
drive connection ports on the ST521PMINT.
Note: Ensure each of the SATA hard drives are powered from your computer power
supply.
7. (Optional) If your computer case supports HDD activity LEDs you can connect the
LED cables from your computer case to the LED headers on the ST521PMINT enabling
your computer case to indicate to you when your hard drives are being accessed. Use
diagram below to determine which LED indicator represents each SATA connector.
HOST
A
B
C
D
E
BD
CE
A
Note: HOST LED will indicate for any activity from any of the drives connected to the
ST521PMINT.
8. Replace the cover on your computer system, and installation is now completed.
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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