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StarTech.com 4 Port PCIe USB 3.0 Card

StarTech.com 4 Port PCIe USB 3.0 Card

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Quicklinx: B9GDWS00 Mfr#: PEXUSB3S42
Type: USB adapter
Compatibility: PC
Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x1
  • Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits)
  • Windows 8 (32/64 bits)
41 In Stock
£26.82 ex VAT
£32.18 inc VAT
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Description

Add four USB 3.0 ports - three external ports and one internal port - to your computer. 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.

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.

Setup is a breeze with native operating system support. The USB 3.0 adapter card automatically installs in Windows.

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.

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.

  • Enjoy convenient USB 3.2 Gen 1 port availability

    With three external USB 3.2 Gen 1 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 3.2 Gen 1 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 3.2 Gen 1 adapter card automatically installs in Windows 8.1, 8 and 7. For convenient installation, this PCI Express USB 3.2 Gen 1 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 3.2 Gen 1 card is enhanced with UASP support, which can perform ~70% faster read speed and ~40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.2 Gen 1, 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 Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.2 Gen 1 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
StarTech.com 4 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 3 External and 1 Internal - Native OS Support in Windows 8 and 7 - Standard and Low-Profile (PEXUSB3S42) - USB adapter - PCIe 2.0 - USB 3.0 x 4
Device Type
USB adapter
Form Factor
Plug-in card - low profile
Interface (Bus) Type
PCI Express 2.0 x1
Ports
USB 3.0 x 4
Dimensions (WxDxH)
1.9 cm x 8.7 cm x 12 cm
Weight
59 g
Data Link Protocol
USB, USB 2.0, USB 3.0
Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps
Processor
VL805
Compliant Standards
USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP (32/64 bits), Linux 2.6.31 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Windows 8 (32/64 bits), Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows 10 (32/64 bits)
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year warranty
Designed For
P/N: CFASTRWU3, ST1030USBM, ST43004UA, ST4300MINI, TB31PCIEX16


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
USB adapter
Form Factor
Plug-in card - low profile
Interface (Bus) Type
PCI Express 2.0 x1

Networking

Ports
USB 3.0 x 4
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Data Link Protocol
USB, USB 2.0, SuperSpeed USB 3.0
Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps
Features
Built-in SATA power connector, UASP
Compliant Standards
USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0

Processor / Memory

Processor
VL805

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces
3 x USB 3.0 - 9 pin USB Type A (external) , 1 x USB 3.0 - 9 pin USB Type A (internal) , 1 - 15 pin Serial ATA power (internal)

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories
Low-profile bracket
Compliant Standards
FCC, RoHS

Software / System Requirements

Software Included
Drivers & Utilities
OS Required
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP (32/64 bits), Linux 2.6.31 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Windows 8 (32/64 bits), Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows 10 (32/64 bits)

Dimensions & Weight

Width
1.9 cm
Depth
8.7 cm
Height
12 cm
Weight
59 g

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
Limited warranty - 2 years

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
5 °C
Max Operating Temperature
50 °C
Humidity Range Operating
20 - 80%

Compatibility Information

Designed For
P/N: CFASTRWU3, ST1030USBM, ST43004UA, ST4300MINI, TB31PCIEX16

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Type: USB adapter
Compatibility: PC
Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x1
Brand: StarTech.com
Price Range Ex VAT: £0 - £50
Stock Status: In Stock
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