StarTech.com PEX1S953LP 1-Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART - Low Profile, Windows & Linux Compatible

StarTech 1-port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card, PCIe Serial DB9 Controller Card 16950 UART, Low Profile, Windows/Linux, TAA

Enhance your computer's connectivity with the StarTech.com PEX1S953LP PCIe serial expansion card. Designed to add a single RS232 DB9 serial port to your desktop or server, this card supports bi-directional data transfer at speeds up to 921.4Kbps, making it ideal for connecting serial devices such as card readers, printers, modems, and industrial controllers. Its compatibility with industry-standard 16950 UART ensures reliable performance across a wide range of applications. The card features a 128-byte FIFO buffer for efficient data handling and supports multiple data bits, including 5 through 9, providing flexibility for diverse serial communication requirements. The integrated ASIX AX99100 chipset ensures PCIe 1.1 compliance and stable operation, while the optional power output on Pin 9 allows for external device power needs up to 2A. The card comes with a pre-installed low-profile bracket for compact installation, along with an additional full-profile bracket for versatile deployment in various case sizes. Its broad OS compatibility includes Windows XP and newer versions, as well as Linux, enabling seamless integration into mixed environments. Backed by a lifetime warranty and free technical support, the PEX1S953LP offers a reliable, long-term solution for industrial, commercial, and scientific serial device connectivity. Whether deploying in point of sale systems, automation control, or laboratory equipment, this PCIe serial card delivers consistent, high-speed performance with easy installation and versatile configuration options.

Features:

• STARTECH.COM ADVANTAGE: IT professionals' choice for over 30 years; backed for life with free 24/5 North America multi-lingual technical support

• VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: Suitable for low/standard profile desktops and servers, including point of sale terminals, PLCs, factory automation, scientific sensors, medical equipment, scanners, and oscilloscopes

• STANDARD PROFILE & LOW PROFILE BRACKET: Comes with a pre-installed low-profile bracket and an additional full-profile bracket for flexible installation; supports Windows XP and newer, as well as Linux

• OPTIONAL CONFIGURABLE POWER: Provides 12V, 5V, or no power output through Pin 9 with up to 2A total current for external device power needs

• 1 PORT SERIAL CARD: Features a 16950 UART-based controller on the ASIX AX99100 chipset, supporting bi-directional RS232 speeds up to 921.4Kbps, with a 256-byte FIFO buffer and support for 9th data bit for advanced serial communication