StarTech.com PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI to USB 3.2 Gen 1 Expansion Card with SATA Power for Legacy Systems

StarTech 4 Port PCI SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA/SP4 Power, 5Gbps, TAA

The StarTech.com PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI to USB 3.2 Gen 1 card provides a reliable upgrade path for legacy PCI systems seeking high-speed USB connectivity. Designed to support the SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard, this PCI expansion card enables data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, significantly improving performance over traditional USB 2.0 connections. With this upgrade, users can enjoy bandwidth of up to 1.3 Gbps, limited by the PCI bus, making it suitable for transferring large files and connecting multiple high-speed devices simultaneously. The card includes an optional SATA power connector, allowing each USB port to deliver up to 900mA of power, which is ideal for power-hungry peripherals such as external hard drives or high-power USB devices. Its compatibility with backward USB standards ensures support for USB 2.0 and 1.x devices, providing versatility for current and future peripherals.

This versatile PCI card features both standard and low-profile brackets, facilitating installation in various system chassis configurations, from full-sized towers to compact desktops. Its plug-in form factor makes integration straightforward without requiring extensive system modifications. The support for UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) further enhances transfer speeds by optimizing data flow, ensuring the card operates at the maximum potential of the PCI bus. Compatible with Windows operating systems from Windows XP onwards, it is an ideal solution for older computers like Dell OptiPlex 7010 or HP Compaq dc7800, which only have PCI slots available. The card's backward compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1/1.0 devices ensures seamless operation across a broad range of peripherals.

Backed by a lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support from StarTech.com, this PCI USB expansion card offers a durable and reliable upgrade for legacy systems requiring modern USB connectivity. The package includes the card with a standard and low-profile bracket, a driver CD, and an instruction manual, ensuring easy setup and operation. Whether upgrading an aging desktop or expanding a system's connectivity options, the StarTech.com PCIUSB3S4 delivers high-speed USB performance, versatile installation options, and robust power delivery for demanding peripherals, all within a compact, reliable design.

Features:

• Compatibility: Designed for Windows systems from Windows XP and up; compatible with PCI/PCI-X slots (not PCIe); includes PEXUSB3S4V for PCIe solutions

• Standard & Low Profile Brackets: Includes full-sized and half-height brackets for installation in various chassis types

• Optional Power Supply: Features SATA and SP4 power connectors to supply up to 900mA per USB port for high-power devices

• Transfer Speeds: Supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 with data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and speeds up to 1.3 Gbps via PCI bus, with UASP support for optimized performance

• Four USB 3.0 Ports: Adds four high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports to expand connectivity for external drives, peripherals, and more