Description
PCI Express to Serial Adapter 921.6Kbps Windows and Linux Compatible. This PCI Express RS232 serial adapter card lets you add four RS232 (DB9) serial ports to your computer through a PCI Express (PCIe) slot, as if they were native serial ports. The 4 port PCIe serial card enables you to interact with serial devices, such as card readers, printers, PIN pads, and modems, at speeds of up to 921.6Kbps.
Maximum Compatibility
With broad OS support, including for Windows and Linux, this multiport PCI E serial card is easy to integrate into mixed environments. The card comes pre-configured with a full-sized bracket, and includes an optional low-profile bracket, so installation is easy regardless of the case form factor. This expansion card is a direct replacement for PEX4S952(LINK).
Experience Optimal Technology
This PCIe to serial adapter supports the following features:
Industry standard 16950 UART compatible
Supports max baud rate of up-to 921.6Kbps
Provides 5/12V power output on Pin 9 when external power is connected
256-byte depth FIFO cache per transmitter and receiver
Supports 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 data bits (one per port)
Asix AX99100 chipset
Base PCI Express 1.1 compliant
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StarTech.com conducts thorough compatibility and performance testing on all our products to ensure we are meeting or exceeding industry standards and providing high-quality products to IT Professionals. Our local StarTech.com Technical Advisors have broad product expertise and work directly with our StarTech.com Engineers to provide support for our customers both pre and post-sales.
PEX4S953 is backed by a StarTech.com lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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Enhanced connectivity
Equipped with four 9-pin D-Sub (DB-9) RS-232 connectors, this adapter card offers reliable wired connectivity for a variety of serial devices, ensuring seamless communication and data transfer. -
High-speed data transfer
With a data transfer rate of up to 921.6 Kbps and a 256-byte FIFO buffer, this serial adapter card supports full duplex mode, allowing for efficient and rapid data processing. -
Broad compatibility
Designed to work with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, this adapter card ensures compatibility with a variety of desktop setups, making it a versatile solution for any user. -
Durable and compliant
Adhering to FCC, REACH, RoHS, and WEEE standards, this adapter card is not only built to last but also meets strict regulatory compliance, ensuring a safe and reliable operation. -
Easy installation
With both full and low-profile brackets included, this adapter card offers a flexible installation in any desktop computer, regardless of the chassis size, making it a convenient addition to your system.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- StarTech.com 4-port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card, PCIe RS232 Serial Host Controller Card, PCIe to Serial DB9 Card, 16950 UART, Desktop Expansion Card, Windows, macOS, Linux - Full/Low-Profile Brackets (PEX4S953) - serial adapter - PCIe - RS-232 x 4
- Device Type
- Serial adapter
- Form Factor
- Plug-in card
- Interface (Bus) Type
- PCI Express x1
- PCI Specification Revision
- PCIe 1.1
- Ports
- RS-232 x 4
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 6.3 cm
- Data Link Protocol
- RS-232
- Data Transfer Rate
- 921.6 Kbps
- Processor
- ASIX AX99100
- System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux 2.4.x - 2.6.x LTS versions only
- Manufacturer Warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty
Detailed Specification
General
- Device Type
- Serial adapter
- Form Factor
- Plug-in card
- Interface (Bus) Type
- PCI Express x1
- PCI Specification Revision
- PCIe 1.1
Networking
- Ports
- RS-232 x 4
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Data Link Protocol
- RS-232
- Data Transfer Rate
- 921.6 Kbps
- Features
- Full duplex mode, 256-byte FIFO
Processor / Memory
- Processor
- ASIX AX99100
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 4 x RS-232 - 9 pin D-Sub (DB-9) (on cable) , 1 x SATA power - 15 pin Serial ATA power (internal)
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards
- FCC, RoHS, WEEE, REACH
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required
- Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux 2.4.x - 2.6.x LTS versions only
Dimensions & Weight
- Depth
- 6.3 cm
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Shipping Width
- 21.3 cm
- Shipping Depth
- 14.9 cm
- Shipping Height
- 5.1 cm
- Shipping Weight
- 386 g
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - lifetime
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- -10 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 80 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 5 - 85%
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