Product ID: PCI1394_2LP
This 3 Port PCI Low-Profile/Half-Height 1394a FireWire Adapter Card turns a motherboard PCI slot into two external IEEE 1394a FireWire slots (1x6-pin, 1x4-pin), and provides an internal (6-pin) FireWire port that can be used in place of the external 6-pin connector - a cost-effective solution that lets you connect any FireWire 400 device to your desktop computer.
Compatible with either Mac or PC computers, the 1394a FireWire card can be installed in small/micro form factor computer cases, and includes both standard and low profile/half-height brackets for easy installation.
A practical solution for connecting iPods, MP3 players, portable drives, digital camcorders and more to your desktop computer, the FireWire 400 adapter card supports hot-swappable connectivity, allowing you to plug, unplug, and swap your FireWire peripherals with ease.
A versatile FireWire video editing solution, the adapter card can be installed in a PCI 5V or PCI-x 3.3V slot.
Warranty Information | Warranty | Lifetime |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | PCI / PCI-X (Universal 3.3 & 5V, 32-bit) |
1 - Internal Ports | FireWire 400 (6 pin, IEEE 1394a) | |
1 - External Ports | FireWire 400 (4 pin, IEEE 1394a) | |
FireWire 400 (6 pin, IEEE 1394a) | ||
Hardware | Ports | 2 |
Interface | FireWire 400 (1394a) | |
Bus Type | PCI / PCI-X (5 / 3.3V) | |
Card Type | Low Profile (SP bracket incl.) | |
Industry Standards | IEEE 1394 | |
PCI 2.1 | ||
OHCI | ||
IEEE 1394a | ||
Chipset ID | VIA/VLI - VT6307 | |
Packaging Information | Package Length | 18 cm [7.1 in] |
Package Width | 36 mm [1.4 in] | |
Package Height | 13 cm [5.1 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 220 g [7.8 oz] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 400 Mbps |
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 140 g [4.9 oz] |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), 98SE, 2000 Windows Server® 2012, 2003 Mac OS® 10.x (Tested up to 10.4) Linux |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | 1 x Free PCI slot |
Note | The internal port and the top external port share the same connection, meaning that only one of these two ports can be used at a time. Configured with low bracket and standard bracket included | |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | 2 Port Low Profile Firewire Card |
4-pin to 6-pin Firewire Cable | ||
Full Profile Bracket | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)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:
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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