Product ID: PEXUSB3S23
In stock: 439
The PEXUSB3S23 2-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card lets you add two USB 3.0 ports to any PCI Express-enabled computer system. The USB card requires SATA power for functionality, and delivers 900mA of power per port to USB 3.0 bus-powered devices (500mA for USB 2.0) via your computers SATA power connector.
The PCIe USB 3.0 adapter is compliant with USB 3.0 standards for data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps, while still offering backward compatibility with existing USB 2.0 / 1.1 devices. For added versatility, the controller card is equipped with a standard profile bracket and includes a low-profile/half-height bracket for installation in small form-factor computers.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
---|---|---|
Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x1 |
1 - Internal Ports | SATA Power (15 pin) | |
2 - External Ports | USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
Storage Temperature | 0°C to 80°C (32°F to 176°F) | |
Humidity | 10~90% RH, Non-condensing | |
Hardware | Ports | 2 |
Interface | USB 3.0 | |
Bus Type | PCI Express | |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) | |
Port Style | Integrated on Card | |
Chipset ID | Etron - EJ168A | |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 32 mm [1.3 in] |
Package Length | 17 cm [6.7 in] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 130 g [4.6 oz] | |
Package Width | 14.5 cm [5.7 in] | |
Performance | Maximum Cable Length | 3 m [9.8 ft] |
Type and Rate | USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s | |
UASP Support | No | |
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 43 g [1.5 oz] |
Material | Steel | |
Product Length | 80 mm [3.1 in] | |
Product Width | 21 mm [0.8 in] | |
Product Height | 12 cm [4.7 in] | |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available 15-pin SATA power connector |
Available PCI Express slot | ||
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | PCI Express USB 3.0 card |
Low Profile Bracket | ||
Driver CD | ||
Instruction Manual |
Enable fast, swappable access to your 2.5in or 3.5in SATA hard drives, through USB 3.0
In stock: 63
Industrial-grade | 8kV Air | 4kV Contact | Metal | Mountable | 5 Gbps
Backup and Transfer Data at SuperSpeed USB 3.0 speeds
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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, please 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).
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
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
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.
Yes, it is required to use the included power connector with this card. Additional power is required above what the PCI or PCI Express slot on the motherboard is able to provide. If the power connector is not used with the card, the devices used with the card are not likely to function correctly, and the ports on the card will not be able to output the maximum amount of power USB is capable of.
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