The STARTECH PEXUSB3S2EI is a 4-port PCI Express USB 3.0 card designed for business and IT environments requiring additional USB 3.0 connectivity. This expansion card provides two external and two internal USB 3.0 ports, allowing for the connection of various peripherals or internal devices that benefit from USB 3.0 speeds. It addresses common challenges in systems with limited native USB 3.0 ports or those needing to upgrade older USB standards without replacing the entire motherboard. The card integrates via a PCI Express slot and requires SATA power for operation. It is suitable for workstations, servers, or other systems where expanding high-speed USB capabilities is necessary for data transfer, device integration, or internal component connectivity. This solution offers a practical way to enhance system I/O without extensive hardware overhauls.
The product data specifies it is a PCI Express USB 3.0 card, indicating it is designed to fit into a PCI Express slot on a compatible motherboard.
This card provides a total of four USB 3.0 ports: two external ports for peripherals and two internal ports for connecting devices inside the computer case.
The PEXUSB3S2EI card requires SATA power for operation, which connects from the system's power supply.
Yes, with two internal USB 3.0 ports, this card is suitable for connecting internal USB 3.0 devices that utilize board-style headers.
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