Intel Matrix Storage Console - Satellite A300 1BZ

Hi
I have a A300 1BZ and I've noticed that the Intel Matrix Storage Console is informing me that I have 3 SATA ports (0,1 and 2).
It informs me that ports 0 & 1 are in use (I have 2 hard disks fitted) and port 2 is not being used.
What I want to know is it possible that this little A300 can accommodate a 3rd hard disk?
Feedback appreciated!

I've just looked at my friends P300 the Intel software lists 4 sata ports available, one is being used for a hard disk and the other is being used for his DVD/CD drive, 2 are unused.
Maybe my 3rd port is for the option of having SATA optical drive as my current CD/DVD drive is ATA!
Makes more sense!

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