StarTech.com PEXUSB3S7 USB Adapter - StarTech 7 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card, 5Gbps, Standard and Low Profile Design, TAA Get the scalability you need by adding 7 USB 3.0 ports with SATA power to your computer PCIe USB 3.0 Adapter Card Standard & Low

Handle your workload more efficiently. This USB 3.2 Gen 1 card expands your computer's capabilities by giving you seven extra USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. It's engineered with an innovative stacked port layout to fit easily into both low-profile and standard desktop computers. More ports means you can add USB devices as you need them. This robust USB 3.2 Gen 1 card gives you seven USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports - six external and one internal - so you can plug in your tablets, smartphones, external hard drives, CD/DVD drives, printer and other devices at the same time. With so many extra ports, you can leave your devices plugged in, so they're ready to use when you need them. It's also economical - by being able to connect so many devices, you save the cost of extra hubs or cards.The internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 port lets you connect a USB device inside your computer for added convenience and security. This versatile USB 3.2 Gen 1 card features a dual-profile design with a stacked port layout. The innovative port configuration allows a high number of external ports in a compact design, allowing it to fit both low-profile and full desktop computer systems. A bracket is included for installation into low-profile computers. You'll be up and running in no time. The card automatically installs in Windows 8.1 or later, with native operating system support. It's also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices to help you get the most out of your existing peripherals. This high-performance SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 card supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and is enhanced with UASP support, which can perform ~70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.2 Gen 1, when paired with a . The rugged build quality of the card delivers long-lasting performance, and gives you peace of mind when connecting multiple devices. The PEXUSB3S7 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support. Note: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is supported in Windows 8.1 or later, and Linux kernel 2.6.37 or later. Test results were obtained using an Intel Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.2 Gen 1 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive. More from the Manufacturer

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
PCI Express x1

Media & Performance

UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports:
7
Number of USB 3.2 Ports:
7
Number of SATA Ports:
1

Software

Operating System Supported:
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Linux

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Green
Product Color:
Green
Form Factor:
Plug-in Card
Height:
4.7"
Width:
0.6"
Length:
4.1"
Weight (Approximate):
2.50 oz

Miscellaneous

Platform Supported:
PC, Linux
Country of Origin:
Taiwan
TAA Compliant:
Yes
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Hardware
Bus Type
PCI Express

Card Type
Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)

Chipset ID
Renesas / NEC - PD720201 PD720210

Industry Standards
USB 3.0 Specification Rev. 1.0
PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 2.0
Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.0

Interface
USB 3.0

Port Style
Integrated on Card

Ports
7
Performance
Maximum Cable Length
9.8 ft 3 m

Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps

MTBF
1,920,042 Hours

Type and Rate
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support
Yes
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)
1 - PCI Express x1 Male

External Ports
6 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)
1 - PCI Express x1 Male

External Ports
6 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female

Internal Ports
1 - SATA Power (15 pin) Plug
1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin SuperSpeed) Female
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64)
Windows Server 2012, 2008 R2
Linux 2.6.31 and up (Tested up to 3.5)
Special Notes / Requirements
Note
The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. If used with PCI Express Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5 Gbps. If used with PCI Express Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5 Gbps.

System and Cable Requirements
PCI Express enabled computer or server with an available PCI Express x1 slot or higher (x4, x8, x16)

SATA power connector (recommended, but optional)
Included in Package
1 - 7 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card
1 - Low-Profile Bracket
1 - Driver CD
1 - Instruction Manual
Weight
0.33
Item Dimension
6.69 x 5.59 x 1.18
Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty