3-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card + Gigabit Ethernet
Running low on expansion slots? Merge USB 3.0 and GbE into a single PCIe combo card
Product ID: PEXUSB3S3GE
- Frees up a PCIe slot by consolidating 3x USB 3.0 & 1x Gigabit Ethernet ports into a single card
- Provides installation flexability for standard and low-profile computers, with a dual-profile design
- Lets you save money and connect your existing devices with USB 2.0 and 1.x backward compatibility
- Perfect for high-powered USB devices, with optional SATA power providing up to 900mA per port
- PCIe x1 interface, compliant with PCI Express 2.0 specifications
- Supports Wake-On-LAN, Energy-Efficient Ethernet, jumbo frames, full duplex flow control, VLAN tagging, and layer 2 priority encoding
Overview
This PCIe USB 3.0 card couples your peripheral and network connections into a single, scalable solution.
By combining three USB 3.0 ports and one RJ45 port onto a single card, you only need a single PCIe slot for installation, which lets you free up space for other add-ons or upgrades and get more out of your desktop or server.
Combo-card convenience and cost-savings
If you have separate cards for your USB and network connections, this versatile card overcomes the aggravation of running out of PCIe slots while helping to reduce clutter inside your PC.
This dual-purpose card is perfect for building or upgrading your computer. It helps you save money by avoiding the additional costs of purchasing separate USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet adapters.
Flexible install options and legacy device support
You can rest assured this card will fit in your small form-factor system, if needed. It features a dual-profile design that makes it easy to install in either standard or low-profile cases.
The combo card makes it easy to connect peripherals such as your external hard drives or mobile devices. Plus, it’s backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x, so you won’t have to replace all of your existing USB devices.
Gigabit connectivity and network management
Functioning as a network adapter, the card delivers wired network access in locations where Wi-Fi® is unavailable or unreliable.
Support for advanced features such as jumbo frames and VLAN tagging means you can optimize network traffic as needed.
Effective USB 3.0 performance enhanced by UASP
This high-performance SuperSpeed USB 3.0 adapter card supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and 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 a UASP-enabled enclosure.
The PEXUSB3S3GE is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
Connect tablets, smartphones, external hard drives, printers, and other USB-based devices to your computer
Add scalable connection options when building or upgrading your computer
Upgrade or replace your onboard USB 3.0 or RJ45 ports
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Micro Australia | 2959518 | |
| UPC Code | 065030860796 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Bus Type | PCI Express | |
| Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) | |
| Chipset ID | Renesas/NEC - µPD720201 Realtek - RTL8153 |
|
| Industry Standards | USB 3.0 Specification Rev. 1.0 PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 2.0 Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.0 |
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| IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T | ||
| IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, IEEE 802.3x Flow Control, 802.1q VLAN Tagging, 802.1p Layer 2 Priority Encoding | ||
| Interface | USB 3.0 | |
| RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | ||
| Port Style | Integrated on Card | |
| Ports | 3 | |
| Performance | ||
| Auto MDIX | Yes | |
| Auto-Negotiation | Yes | |
| Compatible Networks | 10/100/1000 Mbps | |
| Flow Control | Full duplex flow control | |
| Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9K max. | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gbps (USB 3.0) 2 Gbps (Ethernet; Full-Duplex) |
|
| 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 | 3 - USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female | |
| 1 - RJ-45 Female | ||
| Internal Ports | 1 - SATA Power (15 pin) Plug | |
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2016 Linux 2.6.31 to 4.11.x LTS Versions only |
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| 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. | |
| UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), is supported in Windows 8, 8.1, 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. | ||
| System and Cable Requirements | PCI Express enabled computer with an available PCI Express x1 slot or higher (x4, x8, x16) | |
| SATA power connector (recommended, but optional) | ||
| Indicators | ||
| LED Indicators | 1 - Link (Green) | |
| 1 - Activity (Amber) | ||
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 20~80% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Product Height | 4.7 in [120 mm] | |
| Product Length | 3 in [77 mm] | |
| Product Weight | 2.1 oz [60 g] | |
| Product Width | 0.7 in [18 mm] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 5.3 oz [150 g] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - 3 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card w/ Gigabit Ethernet | |
| 1 - Low-Profile Bracket | ||
| 1 - Driver CD | ||
| 1 - Instruction Manual | ||
Compatibility
Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2016
Linux 2.6.31 to 4.11.x LTS Versions only
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Driver(s):
- Release_Note.txt
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[Renesas_uPD720201_2] USB 3.0 Controller Card.zip
Version: 3.0.23.0 -
[Realtek RTL8153] Windows Network Adapter.zip
Windows 10, Server 2016: 10.23
Windows 8/8.1, Server 2012: 8.44
Windows 7, Server 2008 R2: 7.37 -
[Realtek RTL8153] Linux Network Adapter.zip
Version: 2.06.0
Manual(s):
-
PEXUSB3S3GE_manual.pdf
English
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- PEXUSB3S3GE_Datasheet.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
Installation
Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
- Download the latest drivers from the StarTech.com website (http://www.startech.com/Support). You can find the part number and product ID on the product’s packaging.
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
- Once the download is complete, right-click the zip folder that you downloaded, select Extract All, and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Select the appropriate folder for your operating system.
- Double-click Setup.exe.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the device drivers and restart the computer when prompted.
- Your computer will automatically complete the driver installation and your device should be ready to use.
Troubleshooting
If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
- On your keyboard, press the Windows key + X and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
- Click the Start button and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
- On your desktop, right-click the My Computer icon and select Properties.
- Click the Device Manager tab.
- Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the arrow to the left of it.
- Right-click the first USB Root Hub device and select Properties.
- Click the Power Management tab.
- Clear the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
- Repeat steps 4-7 for any remaining devices in the Universal Serial Bus Controllers section with “Root Hub” in the name.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
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