StarTech.com 8-Port PCI Express Serial Card with 16C1050 UART - Add Multiple RS-232 Ports to Your PC

StarTech.com 8-Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card, PCIe to DB9 Controller 16C1050 UART, Low Profile, 15kV ESD, Windows Only, TAA

The StarTech.com PEX8S1050LP is a high-performance PCI Express serial expansion card designed to add eight RS-232 serial ports to your desktop computer. Featuring the SystemBase SB16C1058PCI chipset and 16C1050 UART compatibility, this card provides reliable bi-directional communication at speeds up to 921.6Kbps per port, ideal for connecting peripherals such as printers, scanners, credit card readers, PIN pads, modems, industrial controllers, and scientific instruments. Its 256-byte FIFO buffers ensure smooth data transfer even during high-demand operations, making it suitable for both industrial and commercial environments. The card comes with two breakout cables, each with four DB9 connectors, offering flexible connection options. Its plug-in form factor supports low-profile and standard cases, including full-profile brackets, which are included for easy installation in various system configurations. Designed exclusively for Windows operating systems, this serial card supports Windows XP and newer versions, as well as Windows Server editions, ensuring broad compatibility with enterprise and desktop systems. Additionally, the card provides optional power configurations, allowing users to supply 12V or 5V power on pin 9 with a shared capacity of up to 3A, accommodating a range of peripheral power requirements. Certified compliant with EU RoHS and WEEE directives, the PEX8S1050LP is an environmentally friendly solution from a trusted manufacturer, built in Taiwan and backed by a lifetime warranty. Whether used in point-of-sale setups, factory automation, scientific research, or medical equipment, this versatile PCIe serial adapter offers robust performance, ease of installation, and reliable connectivity for demanding serial communication needs.

Features:

• TECH SPECS: System Base SB16C1058PCI Chipset; 16C1050 UART Compatibility; 8x 9-Pin D-Sub Ports; Max Baud Rate: 921.6Kbps per port; 256 Byte FIFO; Supports None/Even/Odd Parity Modes; 5/6/7/8 Data Bits; RS-232 compliance; Includes 2 low-profile brackets for versatile installation

• VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: Ideal for point of sale terminals, PLCs, factory automation, scientific sensors, medical devices, scanners, and oscilloscopes, offering reliable serial connectivity in various industrial and commercial environments

• WINDOWS COMPATIBILITY: Supports Windows XP and later, including Windows Server editions; Fully compliant with PCI Express Base Specifications (Revision 1.0a/1.1); Suitable for low-profile desktop and server systems with included brackets

• OPTIONAL POWER CONFIGURATION: Provides configurable 12V or 5V power on pin 9 with a shared capacity of up to 3A; Comes with two breakout cables (DB44 to 4x DB9) and hex nuts for secure connections

• EASY INSTALLATION AND RELIABILITY: Features bi-directional RS232 communication with 15kV ESD protection; Compact design weighs approximately 4.09 ounces; Backed by a lifetime limited warranty and environmental certifications