QTL1177 - 2.5" HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module

Product Summary

This module is fitted between a drive and backplane and allows precise switching of all connector pins (except grounds). Unlike the standard Drive Control Modules, this High Speed (HS) variant also switches the high speed SAS data lines.

The drive can now be electronically hot-swapped. Each line is connected at a set time (with pin bounce if necessary) allowing any possible hot-swap scenario to be tested. Lines can also be manually made, broken, and glitched to simulate specific failures.

HS Drive Control Modules can be used for simple bench testing with an interface card or as part of the Torridon system for large scale system test.

Product Pictures

Torridon 2.5 HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module

Torridon 2.5 HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module - Top View

  • Torridon 2.5 HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module - Top View
  • Torridon 2.5 HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module - Connected to Drive and Array Controller
  • Torridon 2.5 HS SAS / SATA Drive Control Module - Connected to Drive, Side View

Main Features

  • Automate any test requiring plug / pull of drives
  • Simulate drive failures and perform fault injection
  • Add data glitches and fail individual data lines
  • Diagnose and prevent hot-swap failures
  • Remove human error and variability during testing
  • Improve test coverage while decreasing duration
  • Fully programmable and updatable

Technical Specification

  • Switches 3Gbit/s and 6GBit/s SAS / SATA data
  • Control via Torridon Array Controller or Interface Card
  • Ultra-thin ribbon cable for easy routing
  • Displaces the drive by approx. 32mm

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