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Hybrid eSATA (eSATAp) Overview
Port Multiplier Overview
Storage Area Network (SAN)
Hardware Encryption
RAID Tutorial
Drive Cartridge System
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News

12/9/2009
"There are an incredible number of similar solutions out there for hard drive encryption, software and hardware, but Addonics is by far one of the easiest, and even if you barely know your way around the inside of a PC, you should be able to install this without issue." help net security website
12/2/2009
"For being so much cheaper than it's competitors, I was very pleased with the Mini NAS while using it. It offers a surprising amount of features for the price, much more than I would have expected."

10/27/2009
"I know of nothing that matches its flexibility and performance at the price."
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9/16/2009
"Addonics Technologies Inc announced Monday its new, a feature-rich hardware port multiplier, which provides connections of up to five SATA (Serial-ATA) drives to any SATA port." help net security website
2/25/2009
"the people from Addonics have just introduced the 4x1 eSATA/USB Hardware Port Multiplier, a device that can provide SATA / SATA II connectivity even for older computers and external enclosures."
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12/12/2008
"The Addonics NAS Adapter offers fairly robust management features, including user-level access and password protection to folders.."
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Awards/Recognition


Addonics 5X1 Port Multiplier gets 5 AMUGs out of 5
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4/21 "The Addonics ADS3GX4R5-EM host adapter provides Power Mac users with an inexpensive way to support both SATA PM and direct connect SATA enclosures."

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 New Product Announcements
IDE DigiDrive Pro
The IDE DigiDrive Pro is Addonics advanced generations of internal Flash memory reader/writer. Designed to mount directly into a standard 3.5" drive bay, the IDE DigiDrive Pro connects practically any flash memory media, including the latest SDHC standard, to any system or equipment via IDE interface supporting up to UDMA6 mode (133MB/s). Bootable. Choice of Read Only or Read / Write version.
IDE-CF Adapter PRO
The IDE-CF Adapter PRO enables any CF media to be used as a removable storage media without the need to restart the system, just like using a regular floppy disc. Designed for IDE connection, the IDE-CF Adapter PRO supports all IDE modes and maximum throughput of UDMA6 (133MB/sec). No driver is required and is compatible with practically any OS. Bootable. Choice of Read Only or Read / Write version.
Standalone 1:1, 1:3, and 1:5 Hard Drive / SSD Duplicators
Addonics family of hard drive duplicators is more than just a simple, fast and reliable tool for making an exact copy of any hard drive. Offering choice of models in various configurations to meet wide range of applications, certain models are capable of duplication from 2.5" to 3.5" hard drive or SSD with either SATA or IDE interface, to target drives also of any kind.
6G 2-port SATA or 6G 2-port eSATA PCI-Express Controller
This new family of PCI Express controllers offer the latest 6G/sec SATA III performance at an amazingly affordable price. Comes with choice of 2 eSATA III ports for external SATA connection or 2 standard SATA port for internal drives, both controllers can also be installed in low profile PCs using the bundled low profile bracket.
6G 2-port eSATA ExpressCard 34
The 2-Port eSATA 6G ExpressCard will instantly add the latest SATA III standard, with maximum data throughput up to 6Gbits/sec, to laptop system via a single Express Card slot. Notebook users can enjoy the fastest performance with any eSATA storage devices, as much as 10 times the data transfer rate of USB 2.0.
eSATAp CFast Memory Adapter
This new eSATAp CFast Memory Adapter is the ideal solution for connecting any CFast media to eSATA or the new Hybrid eSATA USB Port. By using the optional Addonics eSATA - USB adapter, the CFast media can also be accessed via the ubiquitous USB port found on many systems.
USB 2.0 ExpressCard Memory Adapter
The USB 2.0 ExpressCard Memory adapter is an USB reader/writer for the latest ExpressCard flash memory. This adapter is an ideal solution for any computer to read and write to the ExpressCard flash media via high speed USB 2.0 connection without the ExpressCard slot.
NAS 2.0 Adapter
The NAS 2.0 adapter is Addonics 2nd generation NAS adapter that supports the Gigabit network to double the performance. With two high speed USB ports, the NAS 2.0 adapter enables any USB hard drive or SSD and a USB printer to become instantly shareable over LAN. The NAS 2.0 adapter also supports both SMB and Samba network protocols, and can also act as an FTP server and Bittorrent client.
Internal SATA/USB DigiDrive
The internal SATA/USB DigiDrive is Addonics advanced generation of internal Flash memory reader/writer, designed to mount directly into a standard 3.5" drive bay. This DigiDrive connects practically any flash memory media, including SDHC, to any system or equipment via either the high speed SATA or USB interface with read/write speed up to 150MB/sec.
Pocket eSATA/USB DigiDrive
The Pocket SATA/USB DigiDrive is Addonics advanced generation of internal Flash memory reader/writer in the size of the portable floppy drive. This DigiDrive connects practically any flash memory media, including SDHC, to any system or equipment via either the high speed eSATA or USB interface with read/write speed up to 150MB/sec.
Pocket Micro SATA UDD
The Pocket Micro SATA UDD is an convenient external storage device that connects any 1.8" micro SATA hard drive or Solid State Drive (SSD) to computer via eSATA or USB connection. The 1.8" hard drive or SSD is added or removed from the system like floppy media via drive slot opening in the front of the Micro SATA UDD. The device can be powered directly from the USB port for true portability.
Internal Micro SATA Ultra DigiDrive (UDD) - choice of single or dual slots
Designed to be mounted inside a standard 3.5" drive bay, the Internal Micro SATA UDD enables any 1.8" micro SATA hard drive or SSD to be used like a removable drive cartridge. Connects via SATA or USB 2.0 port inside the computer.
CipherChain-e with AES 256-bit encryption
The CipherChain-e is a small encryption module designed to be installed inside a system, that can easily provide bullet-proof AES 256-bit encryption for external hard drive, SSD or external storage system.
Mini NAS
The Addonics Mini NAS is a small portable fast Ethernet 10/100Mbps Network Attached Storage enclosure solution. Any 2.5" SATA hard drive or Solid State Drive (SSD) can be installed into the Mini NAS and become instantly sharable over the LAN. A USB printer can also be shared over the LAN simultaneously when attached to the Mini NAS. Size equivalent to a VHS tape cassette.
1.8" Micro SATA to Compact Flash Adapter
The Micro SATA CF adapter enables using of Compact Flash (CF) media as a replacement for the Micro SATA hard drive in the iPOD or compatible notebooks. Once installed, the CF media behaves like a Micro SATA SSD with low power consumption, fast access time, and complete shock resistance.
RAID Tower V and RAID Tower IX
The Addonics RAID Tower is a family of RAID enclosures built on the Addonics family of Storage Tower platform. Integrated with a combination of Addonics Snap-In Mobile Rack, Disk Array, Drive Cartridge System and Port Multiplier, each RAID Tower model comes bundled with everything needed to connect the drives to the computer.
Embedded USB Type-A Adapter
The Embedded USB Type-A adapter instantly adds 2 standard USB type A port to a Desktop computer. Up to two USB Thumb drives can now be installed inside any Desktop, Server or Rack mounted systems to be used like internal Solid State Drive (SSD) or as a USB boot drive*.
Pocket eSATA/USB Blu-ray reader/ DVD-R/RW writer
The Pocket Blu-ray/DVDRW is the one of the first portable Blu-Ray player DVD/CD burners that comes with both the lighting fast eSATA and the ubiquitous USB 2.0 interface. Turn your Notebook or Desktop computer into a high definition cinema with the high definition video quality and dynamic sound effect of Blu-ray video.
Pocket eSATA/USB DVD+/-R/RW
This family of new Pocket DVD-RRW drive is one of the first in the market that comes with both the high speed eSATA and the ubiquitous USB 2.0 interface. When connected to eSATA port, you are assured of the fastest DVD writing and smooth movie play back. While the USB interface also assures this DVD-RRW drive be able to attach to practically any computer.
Optical Tower Series
The Addonics Optical Tower is one of the versatile optical storage solutions that you will find in the market. The Optical Tower will enable you to attach multiple DVD burners to the eSATA ports on any computer with just one or two cables depending on the model.
5-Port Hardware PM-XA
This new 5-Port HPM XA is a feature rich Hardware Port Multiplier that enables connecting up to 5 SATA drives to any SATA port. Supports RAID and individual drive modes, multiple optical drives for simultaneous Blu-Ray/DVD/CD duplication, and can be configured using onboard jumpers or bundled software.
4x1 eSATA/USB or SATA/USB Hardware Port Multipliers
These new 4X1 Hardware Port Multipliers (HPM) contains an integrated RAID controller for superior read/write performance. The 4X1 HPM can connect up to 4 SATA / SATA II hard drives to a host via single SATA port or USB port. The 4 connected drives can be easily set to different RAID configurations by setting an onboard rotary switch.
CipherChain with AES 256-bit encryption
The Addonics CipherChain is a small encryption module, size of a Compact Flash, that can be easily installed into any computing equipment. Practically any Desktop PC, Servers, Rack Mounted systems, Kiosk or external storage system can be secured with the CipherChain.
Blu-ray & DVD±R/RW writer with eSATA and USB 2.0
This Zebra storage solution offers all the latest optical storage technologies in one small package. You can easily attach the Zebra Blu-Ray player to any computer and instantly turn it into a high definition movie theatre. You can also record movie or video content onto high capacity Blu-Ray disc or regular DVD and CD media. Come with the built-in eSATA and USB 2.0 interface
Blu-ray Reader and DVD±R/RW drive with eSATA and USB 2.0
This latest Addonics optical storage solution allows your PC to play and access practically all type of DVD or CD contents - Blu-ray disc, regular DVD and CD in various file formats. It is also a high speed DVD+/-RRW and CDRW burners.
Storage Rack DA
The Storage Rack DA features additional space compared to the original Storage Rack, designed to mount an additional Disk Array 5SA on the back panel to increase the total amount of installable 3.5" SATA hard drives up to 20 units.
Storage Tower V and Storage Tower IX
Built on the same storage design concept from the original Storage Tower, the Storage Tower V and IX feature more drive bays, bigger power supply and more rooms for mounting more Port Multipliers (PM) or connectors. All these translates into more flexibility and more drives for larger storage capacity to meet your storage requirement.
DigiCopier Series
1,2,3! That is how easy it is to copy a DVD or a CD with the Addonics family of DigiCopier! You can copy any DVD or CD without a computer. All you need to do is place the master into the source drive located on the top of the unit and a blank media into the rest of the other drives below the source drive.
RAID Towers
The Addonics RAID Tower is a family of RAID enclosures built on the Addonics family of Storage Tower platform. Integrated with a combination of Addonics Snap-In Mobile Rack, Disk Array, Drive Cartridge System and Port Multiplier, each RAID Tower model comes bundled with everything needed to connect the drives to the computer.
  Dual CF ExpressCard34 DigiAdapter
The Addonics Dual CF ExpressCard 34 DigiAdapter is an excellent option for Notebook users looking for a high speed Compact Flash reader on their ExpressCard 34 slot. Features two UDMA6-compatible Compact Flash card slots, with RAID 1, JBOD, and individual drive modes.
  Multilane 4X RAID5/JBOD PCI-E 8x Controller
This latest Multilane 4X PCIe 8 Lane controller combines the latest 3Gbits/sec ASIC from Silicon Image and 4-port Multilane connector for connecting up to 4 SATA hard drives externally via a single Infiniband cable. Supports RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, JBOD, and Non-RAID mode with onboard jumper.
  iSCSI Subsystem
The Addonics iSCSI Subsystem is the first in our lineup of high performance iSCSI storage appliances. It is a dedicated RAID/iSCSI unit with integrated hardware RAID controller that delivers enterprise class iSCSI features.