PEX2S953 - Startech 2-PORT PCI EXPRESS RS232 SERIAL CONTROLLER CARD 16950 UART/ASIX AX99100 - BI-DIR

The STARTECH PEX2S953 is a 2-Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Controller Card designed for integrating legacy serial devices with modern computer systems. This card is suitable for IT professionals and businesses requiring reliable serial connectivity for applications such as industrial automation, point-of-sale systems, or specialized data acquisition. It addresses the challenge of connecting RS232 peripherals to PCIe-enabled servers and workstations that lack integrated serial ports. Featuring a 16950 UART and ASIX AX99100 chipset, it supports bi-directional speeds of up to 921.6Kbps per port and includes a 256-byte FIFO for efficient data handling. The card also offers a 9th data bit and Pin 9 power output at 5V, providing flexibility for various serial device requirements. This controller card ensures continued operation of essential serial-based equipment within updated hardware environments.