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PEX16S550LP - Startech 16 Port PCI Express Serial Card - Low-Profile

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Product Overview

This PCI Express serial card adds 16 high-speed RS232 ports to your standard or low-profile desktop or server PC. This lets you maximize the number of available DB9 RS232 ports that are available for connecting your serial-based devices and equipment, while using only a single PCI Express (PCIe) slot. It’s the perfect solution for adding the serial ports you need, even if your desktop PC or server only has a limited number of PCIe expansion slots.

Expert Overview

The STARTECH PEX16S550LP is a 16-port PCI Express serial card designed for adding multiple high-speed RS232 ports to desktop or server PCs. This low-profile card utilizes a single PCIe slot to provide 16 DB9 RS232 serial ports, addressing scenarios where a system has limited expansion slots but requires extensive serial connectivity. It supports data transfer rates up to 921.6 Kbps, making it suitable for high-performance serial communication. The card is compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x PCI Express slots and includes a low-profile bracket for versatile installation in both standard and low-profile chassis. This solution is intended for IT professionals and businesses needing to integrate numerous serial-based devices, such as manufacturing equipment, POS systems, security devices, or environmental control systems, into a single host PC.

Technical Specifications

General Information
Manufacturer:StarTech.com
Manufacturer Part Number:PEX16S550LP
Manufacturer Website Address:http://www.startech.com
Brand Name:StarTech.com
Product Name:16-Port Low-Profile Serial Card - RS232 - PCI Express
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This PCI Express serial card adds 16 high-speed RS232 ports to your standard or low-profile desktop or server PC. This lets you maximize the number of available DB9 RS232 ports that are available for connecting your serial-based devices and equipment, while using only a single PCI Express (PCIe) slot. It's the perfect solution for adding the serial ports you need, even if your desktop PC or server only has a limited number of PCIe expansion slots.

Add 16 RS232 ports through one PCIe slot

You can install the serial card to add 16 high-performance DB9 RS232 serial ports from a single PCIe slot. With two breakout cables of 8 ports each, the PCIe serial card maximizes the density of DB9 RS232 ports on a server or desktop computer. It's ideal for system upgrades in a wide range of applications, including manufacturing equipment, POS equipment, security devices such as surveillance cameras, and environment or building control systems.

The serial card is compliant with PCI Express 1.0a specification, and it's compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x and 16x PCI Express slots.

High-speed serial communication

The PCIe serial card delivers high-performance, high-speed serial communication, with support for data transfer rates of up to 921.6 Kbps.

Easy installation

The serial card is easy to install and configure, and compatible with a broad range of Windows® and Linux® operating systems. The card features IRQ sharing and supports plug-and-play serial device connections, which makes it convenient and easy to connect serial devices. It includes a low-profile bracket making it compatible with both full profile and low profile PC chassis slots.

The PEX16S550LP is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.


Packaged Quantity:1
Product Type:Multiport Serial Adapter
Technical Information
Host Interface:PCI Express x1
Maximum Data Transfer Rate:921.60 kbit/s
Platform Supported:
  • Linux
  • PC

Interfaces/Ports
Ports Expandability:16 x DB-9 RS-232 - Serial
Physical Characteristics
Product Color:Yellow
Form Factor:Plug-in Card
Height:0.9"
Width:2.7"
Weight (Approximate):2.50 oz
Miscellaneous
Package Contents:
  • 16-Port Low-Profile Serial Card - RS232 - PCI Express
  • 1 x Low-profile Bracket
  • 2 x Breakout Cables
  • 1 x Driver CD
  • 1 x Quick-start Guide

Environmentally Friendly:Yes
Environmental Certification:
  • RoHS
  • WEEE
  • REACH

Country of Origin:Taiwan
TAA Compliant:Yes
Warranty
Limited Warranty:2 Year

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  • STARTECH
  • PEX16S550LP
  • B06XSKGB64
  • 065030868228
  • New
  • 25.71 lbs
  • 12 X 5 X 7
  • Today - Sep 05, 2026
  • Apr 15, 2017
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Product Identifiers: Brand: Startech • Part #: PEX16S550LP • UPC: 065030868228 • ASIN: B06XSKGB64 • Category: Parallel Cables • TAA Compliant

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of PCI Express slots is this serial card compatible with?

This serial card is compliant with PCI Express 1.0a specification and is compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x PCI Express slots.

What is included in the package with the 16-Port Low-Profile Serial Card?

The package includes the 16-Port Low-Profile Serial Card, one low-profile bracket, two breakout cables, a driver CD, and a quick-start guide.

What are some typical use cases for this 16-port serial card?

It is ideal for system upgrades in applications such as manufacturing equipment, POS equipment, security devices like surveillance cameras, and environment or building control systems.

What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by the RS232 ports?

The PCIe serial card supports high-speed serial communication with data transfer rates of up to 921.6 Kbps.

PEX16S550LP - Startech 16 Port PCI Express Serial Card - Low-Profile

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