This PCI expansion card adds four USB 3.0 ports to computers with available PCI slots, making it ideal for older systems that lack modern USB interfaces. It supports data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps, though actual speeds depend on the PCI bus bandwidth, which is limited to 1.3 Gbps. This is still significantly faster than USB 2.0, making it a good upgrade for legacy systems needing more modern connectivity options.
The card includes both a full-profile and a low-profile bracket, allowing for flexible installation in different computer cases. It also features SATA and SP4 power ports to supply additional power to connected devices when the motherboard cannot provide enough. This is especially useful for power-hungry peripherals like external hard drives or high-speed flash drives.
This card is compatible with Windows XP and later versions, including Windows Server 2003 and up. However, it is not compatible with PCI-Express (PCIe) slots, so it will not work in newer systems that use PCIe instead of PCI. Users should ensure their system has a PCI or PCI-X slot before purchasing this card.
Installation requires a free PCI slot and basic knowledge of opening a computer case. The card comes with a lifetime warranty and free technical support from StarTech.com, which adds value for users looking for reliable hardware support. It is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices, ensuring compatibility with older peripherals.
Brand: StarTech.com
Model: PCIUSB3S4
Specifications: 4x USB 3.0 ports, SATA/SP4 power ports, PCI/PCI-X compatible, Windows only
Features: Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x, includes full-profile and low-profile brackets, lifetime warranty
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