Get the scalability you need by adding 7 USB 3.0 ports with SATA power
to your computer. Handle your workload more efficiently. This USB 3.0 card expands your computer’s capabilities by giving you seven extra USB 3.0 ports. It’s engineered with an innovative stacked port layout to fit easily into both low-profile and standard desktop computers.
Greater port count. Greater scalability.
More ports means you can add USB devices as you need them. This robust USB 3.0 card gives you seven USB 3.0 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 3.0 port lets you connect a USB device inside your computer for added convenience and security.
Unique dual-profile design
This versatile USB 3.0 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.
Easy driver installation
You'll be up and running in no time. The card automatically installs in Windows 8, and 8.1, 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.
Effective USB 3.0 performance enhanced by UASP
This high-performance SuperSpeed USB 3.0 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 3.0, when paired with a UASP-enabled enclosure.
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, 8.1, Server 2012 and Linux kernel 2.6.37 or later. Test results were obtained using an Intel® Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.0 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.
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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
Bus Type: PCI Express
Card Type: Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
Chipset ID: Renesas / NEC - µPD720201 & µPD720210
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
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)
Physical Characteristics
Product Height: 4.7 in [120 mm]
Product Length: 4.5 in [115 mm]
Product Weight: 2.5 oz [70 g]
Product Width: 0.8 in [20 mm]
Environmental
Humidity: 20~80% RH
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight: 5.3 oz [150 g]
What's in the Box
Included in Package:
1 - 7 Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card
1 - Low-Profile Bracket
1 - Driver CD
1 - Instruction Manual