StarTech.com 2-Port PCIe Serial Card - Dual RS-232 (DB9) PCIe Adapter with 16C1050 UART for Windows & Linux

StarTech 2-Port PCI Express Serial Card, Dual Port PCIe to RS232 (DB9) Serial Card, 16C1050 UART, COM Retention, Windows & Linux, TAA

Enhance your system's connectivity with the StarTech.com 2-Port PCIe Serial Card, designed to provide reliable serial communication support for small form factor (SFF) and full-size systems. This PCIe adapter features two RS-232 (DB9) ports, enabling seamless communication with legacy serial peripherals such as barcode scanners, receipt printers, scales, PLCs, and medical devices. Equipped with high-performance 16C1050 UARTs on each port, it supports bi-directional data transfer speeds up to 921,600 bps, making it suitable for demanding industrial, laboratory, and IT applications.

The card's dual ports include 256-byte FIFO buffers, which help maintain smooth data flow and reduce data loss during high-speed transfers. The inclusion of built-in LED status indicators allows for easy activity monitoring, while screw-locking DB9 connectors ensure secure connections. Compatible with both Windows and Linux operating systems, the PCIe serial card provides maximum versatility for a wide range of enterprise and industrial environments. Its low-profile form factor and included brackets make installation straightforward in SFF systems, while the full-profile bracket extends compatibility to larger chassis.

Designed with environmental responsibility in mind, the StarTech.com serial card complies with RoHS standards. It supplies power over pin 9, offering options for 5V or 12V, which can be useful for powering attached devices. The card’s durable construction and comprehensive features make it a reliable choice for system upgrades, legacy device support, and industrial automation. Backed by a two-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, this PCIe serial adapter is a dependable solution for professionals seeking robust serial connectivity in a compact, easy-to-install package.

Features:

• PCIE TO SERIAL: Connect serial RS232 (DB9) devices to a computer with this low profile PCI serial card; Features support for high performance 16C1050 UART on both DB9 male ports; Monitor activity with the built-in LED status lights on the PCI express DB9 card

• DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: Use this serial interface card to connect barcode readers/scanners, receipt printers, scales, PLCs, medical devices, etc; The UART PCIe card supplies 5V or 12V power over pin 9; Full-profile bracket included

• APPLICATIONS: This card is ideal for IT applications such as server rooms, industrial control/automation, logistics, and laboratories; Continue using legacy hardware with this RS232 PCIe card; DB9 ports accept screw locking serial cables

• DUAL SERIAL PORT CARD SPECS: 16C1050 UART, Max Baud 921.6 Kbps per Port, 256 Byte FIFO, COM Retention, Supports Windows/Linux, ASIX AX99100 Chipset, Odd/Even/Mark/Space/None Parity Modes, 5/6/7/8/9 Data Bits, PCIe 2.0 x1, Low-Profile Brackets Installed

• THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for durability, compatibility, and performance in demanding environments, this serial card offers reliable legacy device support and easy integration into modern systems.