StarTech.com 4-Port USB PCIe Card - 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Expansion Card for Desktop PCs

StarTech 4-Port USB PCIe Card - 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A PCI Express Expansion Card - 2 Controllers - 4xUSB - Windows/Mac/Linux

The StarTech.com PEXUSB314A2V2 is a high-performance PCIe expansion card designed to add four SuperSpeed USB-A ports to your desktop computer. It installs into a standard PCI-Express x4 slot and features dual ASM3142 controllers, offering up to 20 Gbps of total bandwidth shared across all four ports. This setup allows for rapid data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps per port, making it ideal for connecting high-speed storage devices such as NVMe drives, SSDs, and external hard drives. The card supports multiple INs to maximize bandwidth efficiency when using multiple devices simultaneously, even through USB hubs that support this feature, ensuring optimal performance for demanding workflows. Additionally, the inclusion of UASP protocol support enhances data access speeds and reduces transfer times for storage devices.

This expansion card provides each USB-A port with up to 4.5W of power, sufficient for powering and syncing various mobile devices, external drives, or other USB peripherals. It supports backward compatibility with USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) and USB 2.0 devices, ensuring broad compatibility with existing hardware. The card is equipped with a SATA power header, allowing for supplemental power to prevent performance issues caused by insufficient motherboard power, especially when multiple power-hungry devices are connected. It is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems, with drivers that automatically install on Windows 8 and later versions, facilitating straightforward setup.

Manufactured in China and backed by a lifetime warranty from StarTech.com, this full-profile PCIe card includes a full-profile installation bracket and comes with a quick-start guide, making it suitable for both professional and home use. Its compact design, combined with robust performance features, makes it an excellent upgrade for users needing reliable, high-speed USB connectivity, whether for data transfer, device charging, or peripheral expansion. The StarTech.com brand is recognized for its quality and long-standing support, making this a dependable choice for expanding your desktop’s USB capabilities.

Features:

• High Performance: Four USB-A ports with up to 10Gbps transfer speeds per port via dual ASM3142 controllers and shared bandwidth of 20Gbps.

• Maximized USB Performance: Supports multiple INs for optimal bandwidth utilization with mixed-speed devices; UASP protocol enhances storage device transfer speeds.

• Power Supply: Includes a SATA power header to provide up to 4.5W per port, ensuring reliable power delivery for connected peripherals.

• Broad Compatibility: Installs into standard PCIe 2.0 x4 slots; compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS with automatic driver installation on Windows 8 and newer systems.

• Reliable and Backed: Lifetime warranty from StarTech.com, with full-profile installation bracket, quick-start guide, and support from a trusted IT brand.