StarTech.com 8-Port PCIe Serial Adapter Card PEX8S1050 - Windows Compatible RS-232 Controller with 8 DB9 Ports and Up to 921.6Kbps

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

Enhance your desktop or server with the StarTech.com PEX8S1050 PCIe serial card, designed to add eight RS-232 serial ports via a PCI Express 1x slot. This versatile multiport serial adapter is ideal for connecting peripherals such as printers, scanners, POS devices, industrial controllers, medical equipment, and scientific sensors. Featuring a robust 16C1050 UART chipset and bi-directional RS-232 communication speeds up to 921.6Kbps per port, this card ensures reliable and fast data transfer for demanding industrial and commercial applications. The included breakout cable with eight DB9 connectors simplifies installation and connection, while the optional power configuration allows for flexible power management with 12V, 5V, or no power on pin 9, supporting up to 3A total shared power. Designed specifically for Windows environments, including Windows XP and later versions, this card complies with PCI Express Base Specifications and is suitable for both desktop and server configurations. Its compact form factor and full PCIe 1x profile make it easy to integrate into standard systems, providing a seamless upgrade to expand your serial connectivity. The package includes the PCIe serial card, a DB62 to 8-port DB9 breakout cable, a quick start guide, and hex nuts for secure DB9 connections. Backed by a lifetime warranty, the StarTech.com PEX8S1050 offers reliable performance and environmental compliance with RoHS standards, all manufactured in Taiwan to ensure quality and durability.

Features:

• 8 PORT SERIAL CARD: Serial controller with 16C1050 UART, 8 DB9 ports, bi-directional RS232 speeds up to 921.6Kbps, and 256-byte FIFO buffer, based on Systembase SB16C1058PCI, with 15kV ESD protection

• OPTIONAL CONFIGURABLE POWER: Supports 12V, 5V, or no power on pin 9 with up to 3A shared power, includes 18"/48cm DB62 to 8x DB9 breakout cable and hex nuts for secure connections

• WINDOWS ONLY: Full profile PCI-e 1x card compliant with PCI Express Base Specifications, supporting Windows (XP and later) and Windows Server (2003 and newer), suitable for standard desktop and server environments

• VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: Ideal for point of sale terminals, PLCs, factory automation, scientific sensors, medical equipment, scanners, and oscilloscopes, providing reliable serial communication

• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Features the Systembase SB16C1058PCI chipset, 8x 9-pin D-Sub ports, maximum baud rate of 921.6Kbps per port, 256-byte FIFO, and full Windows support