StarTech I/O Cards PEXUSB3S7 7Port PCI Express USB3.0 Card Standard and Low-Profile Retail

Handle your workload more efficiently. This USB 3.0 card expands your computers capabilities by giving you seven extra USB 3.0 ports. Its engineered with an innovative stacked port layout to fit easily into both low-profile and standard desktop computers.

Greater port count. Greater scalability.
More ports means you can add USB devices as you need them. This robust USB 3.0 card gives you seven USB 3.0 ports six external and one internal so you can plug in your tablets, smartphones, external hard drives, CD/DVD drives, printer and other devices at the same time. With so many extra ports, you can leave your devices plugged in, so theyre ready to use when you need them. Its also economical by being able to connect so many devices, you save the cost of extra hubs or cards.

The internal USB 3.0 port lets you connect a USB device inside your computer for added convenience and security.

Unique dual-profile design
This versatile USB 3.0 card features a dual-profile design with a stacked port layout. The innovative port configuration allows a high number of external ports in a compact design, allowing it to fit both low-profile and full desktop computer systems. A bracket is included for installation into low-profile computers.

Easy driver installation
Youll be up and running in no time. The card automatically installs in Windows 8.1 and 8, with native operating system support. Its also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices to help you get the most out of your existing peripherals.

Hardware
Bus Type
PCI Express

Card Type
Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)

Chipset ID
Renesas / NEC - PD720201 PD720210

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
7
Performance
Maximum Cable Length
9.8 ft 3 m

Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps

MTBF
1,920,042 Hours

Type and Rate
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support
Yes
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)
1 - PCI Express x1 Male

External Ports
6 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)
1 - PCI Express x1 Male

External Ports
6 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female

Internal Ports
1 - SATA Power (15 pin) Plug
1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64)
Windows Server 2012, 2008 R2
Linux 2.6.31 and up (Tested up to 3.5)
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)
Included in Package
1 - 7 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card
1 - Low-Profile Bracket
1 - Driver CD
1 - Instruction Manual
Weight
0.33
Item Dimension
6.69 x 5.59 x 1.18
Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty