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Black metal cage fits a 5.25 inch bay, holds a slim optical drive and two 3.5 inch SATA trayless bays with key lock

iStarUSA Inc.

iStarUSA Inc. T-5K35T-SA 5.25" to Slim ODD & 3.5" SATA 6.0 Gb/s Trayless Hot-Swap Cage server accessory

SKU CH-H9V1-7H8B1 MPN T-5K35T-SA

Converts one 5.25" bay into a slim optical drive slot and two trayless 3.5" SATA 6.0 Gb/s hot-swap bays with key lock and anti-vibration

  • Product typeHard Drive Cage
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsStandard Drive Bays 5.25 in Drives: 1 Hotswap 3.5 in: 2 Slim
  • Key featuresStainless steel material to avoid rust problem after use Hig
  • Fits a 5.25″ bay for space-efficient integration
  • Two trayless 3.5″ SATA 6.0 Gb/s bays for rapid drive swaps
  • Slim optical drive slot preserves legacy media access
  • Key lock secures drives against unauthorised removal
  • Anti-vibration chassis reduces noise and protects data integrity

5.25" cage with two 3.5" hot-swap bays

This server accessory converts a single 5.25" front bay into one slim optical drive slot and two trayless 3.5" SATA 6.0 Gb/s drive bays. It is built for administrators who need removable storage in a compact internal form factor. The metal chassis and ABS components meet RoHS environmental requirements.

Tool-free drive insertion with key-lock security

Drives slide straight into the trayless bays without screws or caddies, and a key lock on each handle prevents accidental ejection. The anti-vibration design reduces mechanical noise during operation. Ensure the front panel cut-out aligns with the 5.25" opening; misalignment is the most common cause of difficult insertion or indicator LEDs not being visible.

Verify 5.25" bay depth and SATA cabling

Measure the available depth behind the 5.25" bay to confirm the 7.2" chassis fits without pressing against motherboard components or other cards. Confirm the power supply has enough SATA power connectors for two drives and the slim optical unit. Check that the motherboard or RAID controller provides two free SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports for the hot-swap bays.

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Price $26.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameiStarUSA
Model nameT-5K35T-SA
Product typeHard Drive Cage
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size239 × 198 × 102 mm

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the cage is operating correctly after installation?

The front panel shows a solid blue LED for power and an amber LED that flashes during drive activity.

What ships with the T-5K35T-SA and what must I provide?

The cage fits one 5.25" bay, holds two 3.5" SATA drives and one slim optical drive trayless; you supply the drives and SATA cables.

Which SATA revision should my drives support for full 6.0 Gb/s speed?

Choose drives rated for SATA 6.0 Gb/s (SATA III) to match the cage's maximum transfer rate.

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