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StarTech.com 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 5Gbps

Name: StarTech.com 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 5Gbps
Brand: StarTech.com
SKU: STCPEXUSB3S42

PCI Express x1 - Plug-in Card - 4 USB Port(s) - 1 SATA Port(s) - UASP Support - PC, Linux

Product Code: STCPEXUSB3S42

Product Unit: Each

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Expands your computer connectivity with four extra USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3 external, 1 internal)
Easy to install with native OS support in Windows 8.1, 8, 7, and Linux kernel 2.6.31 or later
Fits standard or small form-factor computers, low-profile bracket included
Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps plus UASP support
Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices
Built-in optional SATA power connector provides up to 900mA per USB port
PCIe x1 interface, compliant with PCI Express 2.0 specifications

Product Details

General Information

Manufacturer	StarTech.com
Manufacturer Part Number	PEXUSB3S42
Manufacturer Website Address	http://www.startech.com
Brand Name	StarTech.com
Product Name	4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 5Gbps
Marketing Information	Here's a cost-effective solution for adding USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity to your computer. This 4-port PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 1 card gives you three external ports and one internal port, for the ultimate connection flexibility. 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. 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. 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 . 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. More from the Manufacturer
Packaged Quantity	1
Product Type	USB Adapter

Technical Information

Host Interface	PCI Express x1

Media & Performance

UASP Support	Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports	4
Number of USB 3.2 Ports	4
Number of SATA Ports	1

Software

Operating System Supported	Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Windows 8.1 Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows Server 2012 Windows Server 2016 Windows Server 2019 Linux Windows 10 Windows 11

Physical Characteristics

Product Color	Black
Form Factor	Plug-in Card
Height	4.7"
Width	0.7"
Length	3.4"
Weight (Approximate)	1.90 oz

Miscellaneous

Package Contents	4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 5Gbps 1 x Low-Profile Bracket 1 x Driver CD 1 x Instruction Manual
Additional Information	Windows® 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64) Windows Server® 2012, 2008 R2 Linux 2.6.31 and later (tested up to 3.5)
Platform Supported	PC Linux
Country of Origin	China
Environmentally Friendly	Yes