Product ID: EC1394B2
This 2 Port ExpressCard FireWire Adapter Card adds two 1394b FireWire ports to a laptop computer, providing a cost-effective way to add IEEE 1394A and IEEE 1394B FireWire devices even if the laptop doesn’t have a built-in FireWire 400 or FireWire 800 port.
Simply insert the IEEE 1394B FireWire 800 card (EC1394B2) into an ExpressCard slot, and you’ll be able to connect a broad range of FireWire devices to your laptop, while relying on data transfer speeds of up to 800Mbps.
Plus, the card is backward compatible with 1394a devices, so you can connect both FireWire 400 and 800 devices to the notebook, using the same adapter.
| Warranty Information | Warranty | Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
| Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | ExpressCard (34mm) |
| 2 - External Ports | FireWire 800 (9 pin, IEEE 1394b) | |
| Hardware | Ports | 2 |
| Interface | FireWire 800 (1394b) | |
| Bus Type | ExpressCard | |
| Card Type | 34mm ExpressCard | |
| Chipset ID | Texas Instruments - XIO2213A | |
| Packaging Information | Shipping (Package) Weight | 70 g [2,5 oz] |
| Package Length | 14,9 cm [5,9 in] | |
| Package Width | 78 mm [3,1 in] | |
| Package Height | 25 cm [9,8 in] | |
| Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 800 Mbps |
| Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 30 g [1,1 oz] |
| Color | Black & Silver | |
| Material | Steel | |
| Product Length | 12 cm [4,7 in] | |
| Product Width | 34 mm [1,3 in] | |
| Product Height | 2 cm [0,8 in] | |
| Power | Power Source | Not Included (not required for standard applications) |
| Output Voltage | 12V DC | |
| Output Current | 2A+ | |
| Center Tip Polarity | Positive | |
| Plug Type | H | |
| Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016 Mac OS® 10.4 to 10.11 Linux 3.5.x to 4.11.x LTS Versions only |
| Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | One available ExpressCard Slot |
| Note | Separate power adapter only required if connecting high-powered FireWire device(s) that draw more power than ExpressCard slot can provide. | |
| What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | ExpressCard FireWire Card |
| Instruction Manual |
Enables 34mm ExpressCards to stay safely seated in 54mm ExpressCard slots
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Live Chat (opens in new window)This card is natively supported in all operating systems listed on the product page, under the Technical Specifications tab. This means that the card should install automatically after physically connecting it.
If there are any issues with the functionality of the card after installation in Windows, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/faq/firewire-cards-windows-legacy-driver-swap.
When you troubleshoot issues with a FireWire 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:
To test your setup components, try the following:
When you test the FireWire 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 devices are listed under IEEE 1394 controllers.
If you do not see the FireWire controller card listed in Device Manager, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#pci-pcie-cannot-boot-os-or-detect-windows.
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.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your expansion card, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
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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