Product ID: ECUSB3S1
The ECUSB3S1 Flush Mount 1-Port USB 3.0 ExpressCard lets you add a single USB 3.0 port connection to your laptop through an ExpressCard slot.
The USB 3.0 adapter uses a unique form factor design that allows it to sit fully in a standard 34mm ExpressCard slot without sticking out. The port sits virtually flush with the sides of the laptop, enabling you to leave the card installed even while on the move, without fear of damage to the card or slot.
Enhanced with UASP support (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), this USB 3.0 controller performs up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when paired with a External Drive Enclosures (Note: UASP requires a compatible operating system). Using a more efficient protocol than the traditional USB BOT (Bulk-Only Transport), UASP technology optimizes transfers by allowing multiple commands to be processed simultaneously, significantly increasing transfer speeds for less wait time on data transfers. See our UASP test results below for further details.
The USB 3.0 ExpressCard supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps, and is still backward compatible with USB 2.0 at up to 480Mbps, or USB 1.1/1.0 at up to 12/1.5 Mbps respectively.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
UASP is supported in Windows® 8, Server 2012 and Linux kernel 2.6.3 or later. In testing UASP performed with up to a 70% faster read / 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.
At the same peak in testing, UASP also showed up to an 80% reduction in required processor resources.
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.
| Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | ExpressCard (34mm) |
| 1 - External Ports | USB Type-A (9 pin, 5 Gbps) | |
| Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 85°C (14°F to 185°F) | |
| Humidity | 5% ~ 95% RH | |
| Hardware | Ports | 1 |
| Interface | USB 3.0 | |
| Bus Type | ExpressCard | |
| Card Type | 34mm ExpressCard | |
| Port Style | Integrated on Card | |
| Chipset ID | Renesas/NEC - µPD720200 | |
| Packaging Information | Package Length | 16 cm [6,3 in] |
| Package Width | 13 cm [5,1 in] | |
| Package Height | 30 mm [1,2 in] | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 99 g [3,5 oz] | |
| Performance | Type and Rate | USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s |
| UASP Support | Yes | |
| Physical Characteristics | Product Length | 75 mm [3,0 in] |
| Product Width | 35 mm [1,4 in] | |
| Product Height | 0,5 cm [0,2 in] | |
| Weight of Product | 17 g [0,6 oz] | |
| Power | Power Source | Not Included (not required for standard applications) |
| Input Voltage | 5 DC | |
| Center Tip Polarity | Positive | |
| Plug Type | A | |
| Software | OS Compatibility | Windows XP(32/64-bit)/ Server 2003(32/64-bit)/ Vista(32/64-bit)/ Server 2008 R2/ 7(32/64-bit)/ 8(32/64-bit) |
| Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available ExpressCard slot |
| Note | The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the host bus interface. If used with ExpressCard Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5 Gbps. If used with ExpressCard Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5 Gbps. | |
| What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | Slim ExpressCard adapter |
| DC to USB Adapter Cable | ||
| 34mm to 54mm Stabilizer Bracket | ||
| Driver CD | ||
| Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)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:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
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:
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).
When you troubleshoot issues with a USB controller card, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
USB cables
USB devices
USB controller card
To test your setup components, try the following:
Use the USB cable, device, and controller card in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
Use a different USB cable, device, and controller card in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
Test each cable individually.
Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the USB device and controller card, it is recommended that you do the following:
Press the Windows key + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter to open Device Manager. Check to see if your device is listed under Universal Serial Bus controllers.
If you do not see the USB controller card listed in Device Manager please see this FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#pci-pcie-cannot-boot-os-or-detect-windows.
If the device is listed with an error, follow the instructions on the website to reinstall the drivers.
To confirm that Windows detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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