StarTech.com 4 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card - 3 + 1

4Port PCIe USB 3.0 Adapter Card - 1 Internal & 3 External
4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card
Add four USB 3.0 ports – three external ports and one internal port – to your computer - 4 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card w/ UASP - SATA Power
2 Year warranty

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® 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® Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.0 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

Packaging Information
Package Length	14.4 cm [5.7 in]
Package Width	17.1 cm [6.7 in]
Shipping (Package) Weight	141 g [5 oz]
Performance
Maximum Cable Length	3 m [9.8 ft]
Maximum Data Transfer Rate	5 Gbps
MTBF	24,000 hours
Type and Rate	USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support	Yes
Physical Characteristics
Material	Steel
Product Height	12 cm [4.7 in]
Product Length	87 mm [3.4 in]
Product Width	19 mm [0.7 in]
Weight of Product	55 g [1.9 oz]
Software
OS Compatibility	Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 Linux 2.6.31 to 4.11.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
Packaging Information
Package Height	30 mm [1.2 in]
Hardware
Ports	4
Port Style	Integrated on Card
Interface	USB 3.0
Industry Standards	USB 3.0 Specification Rev. 1.0 PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 2.0 Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.0
Chipset ID	VIA/VLI - VL805
Card Type	Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
Bus Type	PCI Express
Environmental
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Operating Temperature	5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)
Humidity	20~80% RH
Connector(s)
Internal Ports	USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) Female
	SATA Power (15 pin) Plug
External Ports	USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) Female
Connector Type(s)	PCI Express x1 Male

Manufacturer Information:https://www.startech.com/en-au/PEXUSB3S42