This is a PCIe expansion card that adds three FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports to a computer, supporting both 1394A and 1394B standards. It is designed for users who need to connect legacy or high-performance FireWire devices such as digital camcorders, audio interfaces, or external storage drives. The card uses a TI XIO2213B chipset and is compatible with Windows 8 and 10, though a legacy driver is required for proper operation. It allows for simultaneous operation of multiple high-speed devices and supports hot-swapping and Plug-n-Play functionality for convenience.
The card features a PCIe 1.1 x1 interface, which provides a data transfer rate of up to 250 MB/s in each direction. It supports up to four posted write transactions, four no posted transactions, and four completion transactions at the same time. This ensures smooth data flow between connected devices and the computer. The card also includes advanced error reporting capabilities such as ECRC, which helps in identifying and resolving data transmission issues. However, additional firmware or software may be needed to fully utilize these features.
The card is designed as a plug-in card with a standard form factor that fits into most desktop PCs with available PCIe slots. It is fully interoperable with FireWire, iLink, and SB1394 implementations of the IEEE 1394 standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices. The card supports IEEE 1394b Revision 1.33+ and complies with OpenHCI specifications V1.0 and V1.1. This makes it suitable for professional audio/video workflows where reliable and high-speed data transfer is essential.
The card comes with no additional accessories or software included beyond the driver required for Windows 8 and 10. Users may need to download the appropriate drivers from the manufacturer’s website to ensure full functionality. It is ideal for users who need to connect multiple FireWire devices simultaneously without performance degradation. However, it is not compatible with newer operating systems or devices that use USB-C or Thunderbolt interfaces.
Brand: Syba
Model: SY-PEX30016
Specifications: PCIe 1.1 x1, 3 ports IEEE 1394 FireWire (800/400), TI XIO2213B chipset, 250 MB/s transfer rate
Features: Hot-swapping, Plug-n-Play, IEEE 1394b compliant, advanced error reporting, supports up to four simultaneous transactions
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