Geekworm X1509 PCIe 3.0 to 8-Port SATA NAS Carrier Board for Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)

Overview The X1509 is a purpose-built, high-performance carrier board designed exclusively for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5). By combining dual Ethernet ports (1GbE + 2.5GbE), 8 SATA 3.0 ports, and versatile multimedia peripherals into a compact form factor, it delivers a premium, high-capacity, high-speed storage upgrade for your CM5. Power management is seamless. The board features dual 12V power input options: a standard DC jack or a 4-pin ATX power connector. Built-in intelligent load switches automatically power off connected SATA devices when the system shuts down, while high-efficiency step-down converters offer a stable 5V/12A output. A single power supply is all you need to effortlessly run your RPi CM5 and all 8 connected SATA drives. Whether you are building a home media center, a personal NAS, or a high-capacity CCTV video storage server, the X1509 is the ultimate choice for securing, managing, and streaming your data locally or remotely. The X1509 is designed for data storage purposes and does not currently support booting from HDD/SSD with the existing firmware. Key Features 🚀 High-Speed Storage & Mass Capacity 8 x SATA 3.0 Ports: Connect up to eight SATA devices simultaneously to your Raspberry Pi CM5. Massive Storage Capacity: Supports up to 176TB of total storage (up to 22TB per drive). Wide Compatibility: Fully compatible with SATA 6G, 3G, and 1.5G hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). Multi-Speed Support: Supports communication speeds of 5.0, 3.0, and 1.5 Gbit/s. Plug & Play Setup: Easy installation with onboard LED indicators for real-time drive status monitoring. 🌐 Advanced Networking & Peripherals Dual Ethernet Ports: Equipped with 1x 1GbE and 1x 2.5GbE port (up to 2500Mbps) for ultra-fast network performance and seamless NAS streaming. Dual HDMI 2.0: Enables dual 4K display output, making it perfect for multimedia centers or digital signage. Dual MIPI DSI/CSI-2 Connectors: Features 22-pin FPC connectors (0.5mm pitch) compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 CSI camera and DSI display modules. MicroSD Card Slot: Onboard slot to support Raspberry Pi CM 5 Lite variants (without onboard eMMC). ⚡ Smart Power & Cable Management Flexible Power Input: Accepts 12V power via a standard DC jack or a 4-pin ATX power connector. Unified Power Delivery: Integrated high-efficiency DC/DC converter delivers up to 12A, powering both the CM5 and all SATA drives from a single power source. Automatic Drive Power Cut-off: Smart load switches cut power to SATA devices when the CM5 shuts down (Note: Supported via DC Jack only; not supported via ATX 4-pin). Streamlined Layout: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and power ports are neatly grouped along one edge for clean cable management and easy enclosure integration. SATA Power Splitter Included: Comes bundled with a dedicated power SATA splitter cable to easily connect up to 8 drives. 🛠️ DIY & System Friendly Functional Header: Includes I/O ports, external power button header, and a 12V PWM fan header—ideal for DIY cases and custom cooling setups. OS Compatibility: Thoroughly tested and fully supported on Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit) and OpenMediaVault (OMV). Power Requirements & Safety Guide ⚠️ IMPORTANT POWER SAFETY WARNINGS: Single Source Only: Only ONE power source should be connected at any given time (do not use the DC Jack and 4-pin ATX connector simultaneously). Voltage Limit: Strict 12Vdc ± 5% input. Over-voltage Will permanently damage your connected HDDs/SSDs! Automatic Drive Power Cut-off: Supported with DC jack power input only. Not available when using ATX 4-pin connector. Parameter Requirement Power Input Voltage 12Vdc ± 5% Input Ripple & Noise 200mVp-p Max ⚡ Recommended Power Supply Configurations: Via Onboard DC Jack: Up to 8 x 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD: Requires a 12V 10A power adapter Up to 4 x 3.5" SATA HDD: Requires a 12V 10A power adapter Via 4-pin ATX Power Connector: Full 8-Drive Configuration: Requires a 12V 20A power source Cooling Solution Option 1: Use C519 passive cooling heatsink Option 2: Use X15-F1 8010 PWM-controlled Cooling Fan Option 3: Use C519 + X15-F1 combination Technical Specifications Feature Specification Compatibility All Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) variants Storage Interface 8x SATA 3.0 Ports (up to 176TB total, 22TB/drive) Networking 1x 2.5GbE RJ45 Port + 1x 1GbE RJ45 Port Video Output 2x HDMI 2.0 (Up to 4K display) Camera/Display 2x 22-pin MIPI CSI/DSI interfaces (0.5mm pitch) Power Input 12V DC Jack or 4-pin ATX Connector Power Output 5V DC up to 12A (Unified step-down converter) Supported OS Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit), OpenMediaVault (OMV) Packing List 1 x X1509 V1.1 CM5 8-Port SATA IO Board 1 x SATA Power Splitter Cable Note: The Raspberry Pi CM5, SATA hard drives, fan, and power adapters are not included.