3 Port 2b 1a 1394 Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter
Add 2 FireWire-800 and 1 FireWire-400 port through a Mini PCI Express slot
Features
2 external 9-pin FireWire-800 ports with support for data transfer rates up to 800 Mbps
1 external 6-pin FireWire-400 port with supported transfer rates up to 400 Mbps
Compliant with PCI Express Mini Card specification 1.2
Optional external power support for high-powered FireWire devices
Compliant with IEEE 1394b and backward compatible with IEEE 1394a - 2000 as well as 1394-1995 standards
Plug-and-Play and hot-swap compatible
ID: MPEX1394B3
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The MPEX1394B3 3-Port Mini PCI Express FireWire Card is a PCI Express to FireWire-800/FireWire-400 adapter that enables you to add external FireWire connectivity on very small form factor or embedded systems. The PCIe FireWire card provides two FireWire-800 ports and one FireWire-400 port, this adapter card supports the latest external FireWire storage devices at data transfer speeds of up to 800 Mbps.
Using the Mini PCI Express (Mini Card) form factor, this adapter card is designed for use in the latest very small form factor computer systems, such as Mini-ITX or custom embedded solutions where a full-sized PCI Express card would not fit.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- A Mini PCI Express form factor designed for use in some small form factor and embedded systems
- Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support
Common Customer Questions
Compatible With
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Windows® 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10
Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016
Mac OS® 10.6 to 10.12
Linux 3.5.x to 4.4.x LTS Versions Only
Applications
- System builders creating a small form factor HTPC with external FireWire storage or A/V equipment
- Custom embedded systems with no room for full or even low profile PCI Express cards
Product Numbers
| Dell Harmony | A7126483 |
| TechData Dis | 10546737 |
| Ingram Micro USA | GU5368 |
| Synnex US | STA-MPEX1394B3 |
| UPC Code | 065030842914 |
| Warranty Information | |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Hardware | |
| Bus Type | Mini PCI Express |
| Card Type | Low Profile |
| Chipset ID | Texas Instruments - XIO2213B |
| Industry Standards | IEEE-1394/1394A/1394B OHCI PCI Express 1.1 |
| Interface | FireWire 800 (1394b) |
| Ports | 3 |
| Performance | |
| Type and Rate | FireWire 400 IEEE-1394a - 400 Mbit/s |
| FireWire 800 IEEE-1394b - 800 Mbit/s | |
| Connector(s) | |
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - Mini PCI Express x1 (52 pin) Male |
| External Ports | 1 - FireWire 400 (6 pin, IEEE 1394a) Female |
| 2 - FireWire 800 (9 pin, IEEE 1394b) Female | |
| Internal Ports | 1 - LP4 (4 pin, Molex Large Drive Power) Male |
| Software | |
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016 Mac OS® 10.6 to 10.12 Linux 3.5.x to 4.4.x LTS Versions Only |
| Special Notes / Requirements | |
| Note | Ensure computer case has an available expansion card slot |
| System and Cable Requirements | Available Mini PCI Express expansion slot (full length) |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -54°C to 150°C (-65°F to 302°F) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Product Height | 0.2 in [4 mm] |
| Product Length | 2 in [50 mm] |
| Product Weight | 0.2 oz [6.8 g] |
| Product Width | 1.2 in [30 mm] |
| Packaging Information | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 6.1 oz [173 g] |
| What's in the Box | |
| Included in Package | 1 - Mini PCI Express FireWire card |
| 1 - Internal Data Cable | |
| 1 - 4-pin LP4 Molex Adapter Cable | |
| 1 - Full Profile Bracket | |
| 1 - Video Editing Software CD | |
| 1 - Instruction Manual | |
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FireWire Adapters (2)
IEEE-1394 FireWire Adapter 4 Pin - 6 Pin M/F
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Frequently Asked Questions
Installation:
- Does this device require me to install drivers, or perform any other setup tasks?
How to:
- How do I confirm that Windows detects my expansion card?
- How do I confirm that my expansion card is detected by the Mac OS?
Troubleshooting:
- Everything is hooked up but nothing is working. What should I do? (Windows)
- I have installed my FireWire card but it isn’t working. What do I do?
Drivers & Downloads
Manual(s):
-
MPEX1394B3_rev2.pdf
English Compliance Letter(s):
- Country of Origin (COO)
- Letter of Conformity (LOC)
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
Data Sheet(s):
-
MPEX1394B3_Datasheet.pdf
English
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3 Port 2b 1a 1394 Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter
Add 2 FireWire-800 and 1 FireWire-400 port through a Mini PCI Express slot
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