StarTech 4Port PCIe USB 3.0 Adapter Card - 1 Internal And 3 External

Here's a cost-effective solution for adding USB 3.0 connectivity to your computer. This 4-port PCIe USB 3.0 card gives you three external ports and one internal port, for the ultimate connection flexibility.

Enjoy convenient USB 3.0 port availability With three external USB 3.0 ports you can connect more devices to your computer. The card provides easy access to commonly-used peripherals such as your tablet and external hard drive. It also features an internal USB port that lets you connect a device such as a flash drive inside your computer case, providing added security and convenience.

USB 3.0 gives you fast access to your files with data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps. Plus it's backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices, which eliminates the cost and aggravation of upgrading your existing devices.

Get up and running quickly Setup is a breeze with native operating system support. The USB 3.0 adapter card automatically installs in Windows(R) 8.1, 8 and 7.

For convenient installation, this PCI Express USB 3.0 card features a dual-profile design that can be installed in almost any type of computer. It comes equipped with a standard profile bracket and also includes a low-profile bracket for installation in small form-factor/half-height systems.

UASP support for more efficient data transfers This high-performance USB 3.0 card is enhanced with UASP support, which can perform ~70% faster read speed and ~40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0, when paired with UASP-enabled enclosure.

The PEXUSB3S42 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Note: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is supported in Windows 8.1, 8, Server 2012 and Linux kernel 2.6.37 or later. Test results were obtained using an Intel(R) Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.0 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

Connector(s) Connector Type(s) PCI Express x1 Male External Ports USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female Internal Ports SATA Power (15 pin) Plug USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female Environmental Humidity 20~80% RH Operating Temperature 5?C to 50?C (41?F to 122?F) Storage Temperature -20?C to 60?C (-4?F to 140?F) Hardware Bus Type PCI Express Card Type Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) Chipset ID VIA/VLI - VL805 Industry Standards USB 3.0 Specification Rev. 1.0
PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 2.0
Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.0 Interface USB 3.0 Port Style Integrated on Card Ports 4 Packaging Information Shipping (Package) Weight 143 g [5 oz] Performance Maximum Cable Length 3 m [9.8 ft] Maximum Data Transfer Rate 5 Gbps Type and Rate USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s UASP Support Yes Physical Characteristics Product Height 120 mm [4.7 in] Product Length 87 mm [3.4 in] Product Weight 59 g [2.1 oz] Product Width 19 mm [0.7 in] Software OS Compatibility Windows? XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10
Windows Server? 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016
Linux 2.6.31 to 4.4.x LTS Versions only Special Notes / Requirements Note The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. If used with PCI Express Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5 Gbps. If used with PCI Express Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5 Gbps. System and Cable Requirements PCI Express enabled computer or server with an available PCI Express x1 slot or higher (x4, x8, x16) SATA power connector (recommended, but optional) What's in the Box Included in Package 4 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card Driver CD Instruction Manual Low-Profile Bracket