7.1 Channel Sound Card - PCI Express - 24-bit - 192KHz

Add digital optical surround sound to your computer through PCIe. With this 7.1-channel PCIe sound card, you can create a high-quality home theatre sound system. It offers SPDIF input and output ports which deliver crystal-clear digital optical audio, for the ultimate listening experience.

Versatile performance

The versatile sound card can be used with a variety of audio devices. And with SPDIF digital optical or 3.5mm analog output, you don’t need to worry about the connection types on your devices. You can output digital audio to your optical receiver or DAC, or analog audio to your sound system.

With up to 24-bit and 192KHz playback and recording, this 7.1 surround sound adapter card delivers high-definition audio for superb sound quality.

Simple installation

Unlike typical sound cards, this card is designed to fit in low-profile computers, making it ideal for home theatre personal computers (HTPC). It spans the multiple ports across a main card plus an innovative separate header bracket. The card is configured with standard profile brackets and includes low-profile (half-height) brackets.

The 7.1 channel surround sound card is easy to install. It’s perfect for anyone looking for a simple solution to upgrade their listening experience, such as music enthusiasts or mixing professionals.

Multiple input options

For added scalability, you can quickly connect a microphone or other recording devices to your computer through two 3.5mm stereo or SPDIF digital audio input jacks.

The PEXSOUND7CH is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Manufacturer Part Number
PEXSOUND7CH
EAN/UPC
0065030860376,065030860376
Full Product Specifications

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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
Bus Type: PCI Express
Card Type: Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
Chipset ID: C-Media - CM8828
Performance
Audio Specifications:
24-bit / 192KHz playback and recording
SNR: Approx 92dB (A-weighting) at front output
Connections:
- Analog left / right line input
- Analog left / right microphone input
- S/PDIF digital optical input
- S/PDIF digital optical output
- 2x 10-pin header
- 9-pin header
- 2x analog CD-input header
- Front left / right analog output
- Side surround left / right analog output
- Center / subwoofer analog output
- Rear surround left / right analog output
Full Duplex Support: Yes
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s): 1 - PCI Express x1 Male
External Ports:
2 - Toslink (SPDIF; Optical) Female
6 - 3.5 mm Mini-Jack (3 Position) Female
Internal Ports:
2 - MPC2 (4 pin; Audio) Male
2 - IDC (10 pin; Motherboard Header) Male
1 - IDC (9 pin; USB 2.0; Motherboard Header) Male
Software
OS Compatibility: Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64)
Special Notes / Requirements
System and Cable Requirements:
PCI Express enabled computer with an available PCI Express x1 slot or higher (x4, x8, x16)
Additional slot on your computer case if installing and using the header bracket
Physical Characteristics
Product Height: 4.7 in [120 mm]
Product Length: 4.5 in [114 mm]
Product Weight: 3.7 oz [105 g]
Product Width: 0.7 in [18 mm]
Environmental
Humidity: 10~90% RH
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature: -10C to 80°C (14°F to 176°F)
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight: 12.7 oz [360 g]
What's in the Box
Included in Package:
1 - 7.1 Channel PCI Express Sound Card with Header Bracket & 10-pin Cable
2 - Low-Profile Brackets
1 - Instruction Manual