StarTech 2-port 10Gbps USB-C PCIe Card
Product Info
2-port 10Gbps USB C PCIe Card - USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C PCI Express Host Controller Add-On Card - Expansion Card - USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Adapter 15W/port - Windows, macOS, Linux
PCI-Express USB-C Card | 10Gbps | PCIe Gen3 x4 | 2-Year Warranty
This PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 card installs into an available PCI-Express slot in your computer and enables you to upgrade your current system by adding two USB-C™ (10Gbps) ports.
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: Add 2x USB-C SuperSpeed 10Gbps ports to your desktop PC with this USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Card; Expansion card provides up to 5V 3A (15W) via the USB-C ports; Does not support DP-Alt mode for video over USB-C or USB Power Delivery
- USB 3.2 GEN 2X1 SPEEDS: PCI Express card features the ASMedia ASM3142 host controller using x4 lanes of PCIe 3.0; Capable of speeds up to 10Gbps enabling fast access to high-performance devices like NVMe drives and SSDs
- MAXIMIZED USB PERFORMANCE: 2-port USB-C PCIe Card adapter supports USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) optimizing USB performance; Installs in full/low-profile PCIe 3.0 x4 desktop / server slot (lower performance with PCI-e 2.0)
- COMPATIBILITY: Add-on card installs in full or low-profile (bracket included) PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (Backward compatible with PCIe 2.0); Windows®/Linux®/macOS® with auto-install drivers Win 8 and up; Works with USB 3.2 Gen 2/3.0/2.0 devices
- THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this USB-C PCIe add-on card is backed for 2-Years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
Features
Faster USB Performance
Also known as USB 3.1 Gen 2, this USB 3.2 Gen 2 card adds two 10Gbps USB Type-C™ ports to your computer.
Utilizing an ASMedia ASM3142 chipset, this card harnesses the speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2. With higher data throughput support, this USB 3.2 Gen 2 PCIe expansion card is a necessity for external drives and many other USB 3.2 Gen 2 peripherals and includes an optional SATA power connector for high power devices.
The card is backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) and USB 2.0 (480mbps) devices. The card works with newer USB-C devices, but can easily support your existing USB-A peripherals using inexpensive USB Type C cables and adapters. See our Accessories Tab for supported options.
Easy Installation
The USB 3.2 card is compatible with Windows®, Linux® and macOS® operating systems. The card includes both standard-profile and low-profile brackets to install in various form-factor PCs and servers.
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The PEXUSB312C3 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Additional Information:
Compatibility
- Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
- Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019
- Linux® 3.5 and up - LTS Versions only
- macOS Catalina (10.15)
- macOS Mojave (10.14)
- macOS High Sierra (10.13)
- macOS Big Sur (11.0)
- macOS Monterey (12.0)
- macOS Ventura (13.0)
- macOS Sonoma (14.0)
System Requirements
- PCI Express enabled computer or server with a PCI Express x4 slot or higher (x8, x16)
- Optional SATA power connector
- NOTE: The card's USB-C ports are standard data throughput port. They do not support DP Alt Mode or USB Power Delivery.
The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. PCI Express Gen 1.0 max throughput is 2.5Gbps. PCI Express Gen 2.0 max throughput is 5Gbps. PCI Express Gen 3.0 max throughput is 10Gbps.
Specifications
Product | 2-port 10Gbps USB-C PCIe Card |
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Part Number | PEXUSB312C3 |
Colour | Silver, Red, Black |
Standards | USB 3.2 Specification Rev. 2.0 USB Specification Rev. 2.0 PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 3.0 Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.1 UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) Rev. 1.0 |
Bus Type | PCI Express |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
Port Style | Integrated on Card |
Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM3142 |
Connectors | 1 x PCI Express x4 1 x SATA Power (15 pin) (internal) 2 x USB 3.2 Type-C (24 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) (external) |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 10Gbps |
Type and Rate | USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s |
UASP Support | Yes |
LED Indicators | Yes |
Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
Temperature | Operating: 0°C to 70°C Storage: -20°C to 85°C |
Humidity | 20% ~ 80% RH |
Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, TAA compliant |
Material(s) | Steel |
Dimensions (WxHxL) | 3.1" x 0.7" x 4.8" (80 x 18 x 122 mm) |
Weight | 0.1 lb. |
Package Contents
- StarTech 2-port 10Gbps USB-C PCIe Card
- Low Profile Bracket
- Quick Start Guide