What's on this page?
- Chat with an expert now
- We Warranty Our Work
- Why people like you choose PowerMax
- Why buying from PowerMax is risk-free
- Pricing Protection
- Your old Apple gear has value with our trade-in programs
- 2 6Gb/s eSATA ports
- Supports port multiplier enclosures
- Supports hot plugging
- Works with any eSATA device
- Backward compatible with older SATA devices
- High performance, low power
- 1 year warranty
The CalDigit FASTA-2ex 6G eSATA cards have been designed for the most demanding content creators. So applications like video editing, audio sweetening and photography are the perfect fit for theFASTA-2ex. The FASTA-2ex provides 2 eSATA ports with the latest SATA 6G technology, allowing for speeds of up to 6Gbps. The new FASTA-2ex is completely backwards compatible with legacy SATA devices. It also supports port multiplier enclosures and other devices like external optical drives. The FASTA-2ex is also the perfect addition to the CalDigit VR and or CalDigit VR mini.
The FASTA-2ex will work with any laptop that has an ExpressCard 34 slot, such as the Apple MacBook Pro 17". The FASTA-2ex also supports hot plugging, so there is no need to restart the computer when connecting or disconnecting an eSATA device.
The FASTA-2ex supports many popular technologies including, S.M.A.R.T., port multiplication, and support for green and high performance SATA drives. It is also fully compatible with SATA I, SATA II and SATA III drives.
The FASTA-2ex comes with CalDigit's 1-year warranty, accompanied by CalDigit's legendary technical support and CalDigit's satisfaction guarantee. Because CalDigit designs and builds every product they sell, you can be assured you are receiving a high quality product that has been fully tested before it ships.
Chat With a Mac Expert Now!
Our live chat customer service team is (typically) available Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 5:30pm Pacific Standard Time.
Please feel free to chat with one of our experts, and if unavailable, contact our sales team at sales@powermax.com
Why buying from PowerMax is risk-free
If there's one thing you should know - it's PowerMax wants you to be 100% satisfied with your product. Because we sell so many different products from a variety of sources, our return policies are specific to the kind of product you ordered. Take a look:
For full details please take a look at our Returns & Errors page.
| Product Type | Return Window | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Third Party Products | 30 Day Full Refund | You can return your item for a full refund within 30 days of purchase with the exception of Apple CTO products, opened memory or opened software. Returns on all new 3rd party products must be in complete, undamaged and unmarked condition. |
| New or Factory Refurbished Apple Products | 10 Business Days | If you are not satisfied with your purchase, contact your PowerMax customer service representative within 10 business days of the receipt of the product. Provided you return an item unopened in the original box, we will exchange it or offer you a refund based on your original method of payment. A 10% open box fee will be assessed in any opened hardware or accessory. |
| Pre-Owned Macs | 90 Day Full Refund & DOA Protection | In addition to a 90-day warranty, we will guarantee any pre-owned Mac to be in good operating condition upon its arrival or we'll pick it up and send you a new one if returned within 72 hours of receipt. |
We warranty our work
In addition to the below warranties on Apple products, we're happy to facilitate communication with manufacturers of non-Apple products at any time (some of them are notoriously hard to communicate with) and do everything we can to make sure manufacturers honor that commitment.
| 1 Year AppleCare | 3 Year AppleCare Available? | 90 Day PowerMax Warranty | 6 Month Powermax Warranty Available? | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Apple Computers | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Apple Refurbished | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| PowerMax Pre-Owned |
Nope | Nope | Yes | Yes* |
For more info please check out our warranty page.
Pricing Protection
We've all been there: you pick up the latest gadget only to see it advertised by that same retailer one week later at a 25% discount. Well, with PowerMax you don't have to worry about feeling duped.
If you see a reduced price on an item you've purchased within the last 10 days just let us know and refund or credit the difference back to you.
For full details please take a look at our Returns & Errors page.
Why People Like You Chose Powermax
I would like to thank you for the prompt response to the drive situation. I received the drive on Wednesday afternoon, installed it on Thursday and everything went as smooth as could be. My experience with PowerMax has been a pleasant one, and I am looking forward to doing business again in the future. Once again thank you for all of your help.
- Thanks,
- Henderson, NV
Yes, I HAVE been pleased with your service (and have recommended you to friends and colleagues, and will continue to do so). I appreciate the update regarding my order and the expedited shipping. I will continue to do business with you in the future!
- Sincerely,
- Glendora, CA
I thank you and PowerMax for the always terrific service. I must always remember to check with you guys first.
- Thanks,
- Los Angeles, CA
You can read these and more on our testimonials page.
Your old Apple gear has value with our trade-in programs

Your electronics always have value with our trade-in programs! We are one of the only places to trade-in your old Mac or iPod. Save on your new stuff by trading in those old electronics.
Mac & iPod Trade-In Program
All Mac trade-ins are handled directly through PowerMax.com. Fill out our online trade-in form and we will issue a quote for the trade-in value of your Mac (typically within 24-48 hours).














