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Supermicro 8-Port Serial ATA CardUnlock scalable storage capacity and streamlined data throughput with the Supermicro SAT2 MV8 8 Port Serial ATA Card. Built around the Marvell Hercules 2 Rev. C0 SATA host controller, this 8 port SATA controller attaches to a 64 bit PCI X bus to deliver high performance, reliable storage expansion for servers and workstations. As a second generation SATA storage card, the SAT2 MV8 doubles the data transfer rate of its predecessor, enabling faster data
Unlock scalable storage capacity and streamlined data throughput with the Supermicro SAT2-MV8 8-Port Serial ATA Card. Built around the Marvell Hercules-2 Rev. C0 SATA host controller, this 8-port SATA controller attaches to a 64-bit PCI-X bus to deliver high-performance, reliable storage expansion for servers and workstations. As a second-generation SATA storage card, the SAT2-MV8 doubles the data transfer rate of its predecessor, enabling faster data access, accelerated backups, and more responsive virtualization environments. If you’re building a robust storage backbone for a data center, enterprise server, or high-demand workstation, this card provides the connectivity you need without sacrificing stability or compatibility.
- Eight independent SATA ports on a single PCI-X card. Scale your storage instantly by adding eight channels to a single expansion slot, simplifying cable management and reducing PCI complexity in dense server configurations.
- 64-bit PCI-X interface for high bandwidth workloads. Designed to maximize throughput in mission-critical environments, the SAT2-MV8 minimizes bottlenecks during large file transfers, database operations, and heavy I/O tasks.
- Marvell Hercules-2 Rev. C0 controller for reliable performance. The renowned Hercules-2 architecture provides solid data handling, error management, and compatibility with mainstream operating systems, ensuring stable operation under sustained workloads.
- Enterprise-ready, hot-plug capable SATA storage solution. Built for server environments, this card supports flexible maintenance windows and rapid hardware replacement without significant downtime, helping keep services online.
- Broad compatibility with storage drives and operating systems. Works with standard SATA hard drives and SSDs, and with common server OSes (Windows and Linux), making it suitable for software RAID setups or standalone usage in diverse deployments.
Technical Details of Supermicro 8-Port Serial ATA Card
- Controller: Marvell Hercules-2 Rev. C0 SATA host controller
- Ports: 8 x SATA ports (8-channel straight-through connectivity for eight drives)
- Bus Interface: 64-bit PCI-X
- Data Rate: Supports SATA I/II interface (up to 3 Gbps per port) with aggregate bandwidth suitable for multi-drive configurations
- Form Factor: PCI-X expansion card (typical full-height/standard profile; available in variations for different chassis depths)
- Compatibility: OS support includes common Windows Server editions and various Linux distributions; ideal for software RAID or standalone storage configurations
- Reliability: Enterprise-grade design focused on stable operation, error handling, and long-term uptime in server environments
how to install Supermicro 8-Port Serial ATA Card
- Power down your server, unplug the power cords, and discharge any static electricity before handling hardware.
- Open the chassis and locate an available PCI-X 64-bit expansion slot that matches the card’s requirements.
- Remove the slot cover, align the SAT2-MV8 card with the slot, and firmly press it into place to ensure a secure connection.
- Secure the card with the rear bracket screw to prevent movement during operation.
- Reconnect power and storage cables to the eight SATA ports, ensuring proper cable routing to avoid blockage of fans or other components.
- Power on the system and enter the server BIOS/POST to confirm the SAT2-MV8 is detected. If applicable, configure any on-board ROM options or RAID settings within the BIOS and boot into the operating system.
- Install or update the appropriate vendor drivers for your operating system to ensure optimal performance and drive recognition.
- In your OS, format and partition the attached drives as needed, and configure software RAID or storage pools according to your workload requirements.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What is the primary benefit of the Supermicro 8-Port Serial ATA Card? A: It provides eight independent SATA connections in a single PCI-X card, enabling scalable storage expansion and improved data throughput for servers and workstation environments.
- Q: Is this card compatible with PCI-X and PCIe motherboards? A: The SAT2-MV8 is designed for PCI-X 64-bit slots; compatibility with PCIe slots is not guaranteed and should be verified against your motherboard specifications.
- Q: Can I use this card for hardware RAID? A: Many deployments use software RAID via the operating system; hardware RAID capabilities depend on the OS and drivers. Check your OS documentation for supported configurations.
- Q: What types of drives can I connect? A: You can connect standard SATA hard drives and SATA SSDs supported by the SATA interface on the card, allowing flexible storage options.
- Q: Does it support hot-swapping? A: Yes, SATA drives connected to enterprise controllers typically support hot-swapping, enabling easier maintenance in server environments.
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★★★★★ 5
Whistles when thrown
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1), Style: Pack of 2
One of my shepherd’s favorites! Truly does whistle when you throw it! Good quality!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Whistle away my friend!
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1), Style: Pack of 2
Love it! My dog loves it! The people at the dog park love it! The whistle is the best thing about these balls but the hard durable rubber and the denseness of the ball really make it fly. Let me quickly breakdown each of these:
First the sound is like a...well, whistle coming from a human but oscillating and slightly different. It helps the dogs track where it goes and helps them find it better when it is getting dark (while flying of course, not when it is stationary). It barely makes a sound when throwing it with the wind but really howls when throwing it into the wind. This is why you get this ball and most everyone at the dog park perks up and wonders what that is, asks about it, and thinks it is very cool; which it is!
Next is the durable rubber which doesn't have a single bite mark or split yet in 4 months of constant daily play for about 1 1/2 hours every day! The dog chews it as he brings it back and other dogs steal the ball and run with it while "killing" it perpetually and it has held up great. I don't claim this is going to be Kong ball durable but it is very well chosen rubber.
Last is the denseness of the ball which really makes to go far in a chuckit launcher. One doesn't really notice how far this goes until going back to a tennis ball and realizing how short a tennis ball goes compared to this. The whistler ball, and presumably other chuckit rubber balls (glow, irregular bounce), go 30-40% farther when I throw then using the longest chuckit thrower. This is excellent and wears my retriever out even faster; not to mention the rippling muscles he has from sprinting that whole way!
Overall I got both ball several months ago and we started with the blue ball and haven't had to touch the orange one yet. This is his goto ball at the park and it is the most popular ball, bar none, for all the dogs to steal. The bright blue aspect, the rubber aspect, the sound, and exclusivity of it make it coveted by dogs and owners. I might be gushing and glowing over this ball a bit much but I tend to do that when something unexpected ends up being part of your everyday life and blows you away at how wonderful it is.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2012
★★★★★ 5
Great for dogs that are chewers
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1), Style: Pack of 2
These are wonderful for our dog. The bright colors help us find them when our dog can't. The size is perfect to play fetch. Our dog will chew on it a bit and it stays together and does not fall apart. That is a big bonus because our dog is a chewer!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
It's A Whistler!
Size: Medium (Pack of 1), Style: Pack of 1
This Chuckit! Whistler Ball is basically a regular fetch toy that decided to become an annoying little teakettle mid-air. My dog goes absolutely nuts for it—every throw sounds like a tiny referee is shrieking "foul!" the whole way across the yard. He chases it harder than he chases the mailman, and bonus: I can actually find it in tall grass because it's screaming for help. Super bouncy, tough enough that he hasn't destroyed it yet (miracle), and now our walks sound like a low-budget horror movie.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great buy
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1), Style: Pack of 2
Easy to track balls. My dog loves them and I like that they whistle when you throw them cause some times my dog loses track of it in the air. This helps because they can hear where it's going. Will buy again.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2026