StarTech.com PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card with Dual RS232 and Parallel Ports - Part PCI2S1P2

StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card with Dual Serial RS232 Ports (DB9) & 1x Parallel Port (DB25), PCI Adapter Expansion Card

Enhance your computer's connectivity with the StarTech.com PCI2S1P2 serial and parallel combo card designed for versatile industrial and office applications. This plug-in card installs into a single PCI slot, occupying either two or three expansion slots depending on your case profile, and provides a reliable interface for connecting printers, scanners, point-of-sale terminals, PLCs, scientific sensors, and medical equipment. The onboard Asix MCS9865 chip ensures seamless communication over both the parallel and serial ports, supporting multiple modes and high-speed data transfer. The parallel port features an IEEE 1284-compliant DB25 interface supporting SPP, Byte, Nibble, ECP, and EPP modes with speeds up to 1.5 Mbps, enabling efficient data exchange with a variety of peripherals including plotters and medical devices. The two RS232 serial ports utilize industry-standard 16C550 UART controllers, supporting bi-directional communication at speeds up to 115.2 Kbps, with a 256-byte FIFO buffer that ensures smooth data flow even during intensive operations. These serial ports are ideal for connecting control systems, scientific instruments, and automation devices requiring reliable and fast data transfer. Designed for broad compatibility, the card supports Windows 7 and later versions, as well as Linux distributions from kernel 2.6.x to 5.x LTS, making it suitable for mixed OS environments. It includes a full-profile bracket pre-installed and two additional low-profile brackets, providing flexibility for installation in various case sizes. The card automatically assigns IRQs and IO addresses, and supports IRQ sharing for simplified configuration. With a lifetime warranty and dedicated technical support from StarTech.com, this combo card delivers durability and peace of mind for professional and industrial use. Whether upgrading existing systems or building new ones, the PCI2S1P2 offers an efficient and reliable solution for expanding your system’s serial and parallel connectivity capabilities.

Features:

• PCI card with one DB25 parallel port and two DB9 RS232 serial ports for versatile connectivity

• Supports installation in either full-profile or low-profile PCI slots with included brackets

• Parallel port supports IEEE 1284 and modes including SPP, Byte, Nibble, ECP, EPP, with speeds up to 1.5 Mbps

• Serial ports utilize industry-standard 16C550 UART with bi-directional RS232 communication at up to 115.2 Kbps

• s a 256-byte FIFO buffer for reliable data transfer during high-demand operations

• Supports auto IRQ and IO address assignment, including IRQ sharing for simplified setup

• Broad OS compatibility including Windows 7 and newer, and Linux distributions from 2.6.x to 5.x LTS

• Includes a quick-start guide, full-profile and low-profile brackets, and is backed by a lifetime warranty from StarTech.com