StarTech.com 2-Port USB PCIe Card with 10Gbps/port - USB 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Type-A PCI Express 3.0 x2 Host Controller Expansion Card - Add-On Adapter Card - Full/Low Profile - Windows & Linux

Manufacturer: Startech | Model: PEXUSB312A3 | Product ID: 5151 | Warranty: Lifetime
£37.35 (inc. VAT)
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Product Technical Specification

Ports & interfaces
Host interfacePCIe
Output interfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
Expansion card form factorFull-height / Low-profile
Expansion card standardPCIe 3.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity2
Internal SATA ports quantity1
SATA power connector typeSATA 15-pin
Design
InternalYes
Product colourBlack
Features
Data transfer rate (max)10
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 50
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80
System requirements
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10,Windows 10 Education,Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 IOT Core,Windows 10 IoT Enterprise,Windows 10 Pro,Windows 10 Pro x64,Windows 10 x64,Windows 7,Windows 7 Enterprise,Windows 7 Enterprise x64,Windows 7 Home Basic,Windows 7 Home Basic x64,Windows 7 Home Premium,Windows 7 Home Premium x64,Windows 7 Professional,Windows 7 Professional x64,Windows 7 Starter,Windows 7 Starter x64,Windows 7 Ultimate,Windows 7 Ultimate x64,Windows 7 x64,Windows 8,Windows 8 Enterprise,Windows 8 Enterprise x64,Windows 8 Pro,Windows 8 Pro x64,Windows 8 x64,Windows 8.1,Windows 8.1 Enterprise,Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64,Windows 8.1 Pro,Windows 8.1 Pro x64,Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.13 High Sierra,Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave,Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina,Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur,Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2016,Windows Server 2019
Weight & dimensions
Width120
Depth110
Height19
Weight78
Packaging data
Mounting brackets includedYes
Quick installation guideYes
Package width215
Package depth145
Package height30
Package weight142
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Products per master (outer) case80
Master (outer) case width590
Master (outer) case length315
Master (outer) case height370

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) | PCI-Express 3.0 | PCIe x2 Slot | USB Type-A

This PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2 controller card installs into an available PCI-Express x4 slot in your computer and enables you to upgrade your current system by adding two SuperSpeed USB-A (10Gbps) ports.

Add two 10 Gbps USB Type-A Ports to Your Desktop Computer

The controller card enables you to connect two USB-A Gen 2 (10 Gbps) devices to your desktop computer. The USB-A ports are ideal for connecting USB devices such as external hard drives and solid state drives or powering and syncing your mobile devices. The USB-A ports provides up to 4.5W (5V/0.9A) of power per USB port, and are backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), and USB 2.0 (480 Mbsp) devices.

Note: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) is also know as USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) is also know as USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 (5 Gbps).

SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Performance

The USB 3.2 Gen 2 card features an ASMedia ASM3142 host controller that utilizes x2 lanes of the PCIe 3.0 bus, making the card capable of speeds up to 10Gbps on each port, and enabling fast access to high-performance devices like NVMe drives and SSDs. The controller card supports Multiple INs to reduce bandwidth loss when multiple devices are connected, even when connected through a USB Hub (Note: The USB hub must also support this feature). The card also supports UASP for improved performance with storage devices.

Wide Installation Compatibility

This add-on card includes both full-profile and low-profile installation brackets ensuring you can install it into either a full or low-profile PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (backward compatible w/PCIe 2.0). For wide platform support the card is compatible with Windows, Linux and macOS. For hassle-free installation the drivers install automatically on computers running Windows 8 or higher. Works w/USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 devices

PEXUSB312A3 is backed by a StarTech.com lifetime warranty with free 24/5 multi-lingual North American based technical support. StarTech.com has been the IT professionals' choice for over 30 years.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- HIGH PERFORMANCE: 2-Port USB PCIe Card with ASMedia ASM3142 host controller (PCIe 3.0 x4) has two SuperSpeed 10Gbps USB-A ports (USB 3.1 Gen 2 / USB 3.2 Gen 2x1); Speeds up to 10Gbps/port; Upgraded version of our popular USB card PEXUSB312A2
- MAXIMIZED USB PERFORMANCE: Add-on card supports Multiple Ins for max bandwidth when using mixed-speed devices; Supports UASP & optimized for SSDs/HDDs, NVMe, thumb drives; Supports USB 3.0/2.0 devices
- POWER: USB PCI Express 3.0 expansion card w/ SATA power header supplies supplemental power to the USB ports (when motherboard power is insufficient) providing up to 4.5W (5V @ 0.9A) per USB-A port
Ports & interfaces
Host interfacePCIe
Output interfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
Expansion card form factorFull-height / Low-profile
Expansion card standardPCIe 3.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity2
Internal SATA ports quantity1
SATA power connector typeSATA 15-pin
Design
InternalYes
Product colourBlack
Features
Data transfer rate (max)10
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 50
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80
System requirements
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10,Windows 10 Education,Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 IOT Core,Windows 10 IoT Enterprise,Windows 10 Pro,Windows 10 Pro x64,Windows 10 x64,Windows 7,Windows 7 Enterprise,Windows 7 Enterprise x64,Windows 7 Home Basic,Windows 7 Home Basic x64,Windows 7 Home Premium,Windows 7 Home Premium x64,Windows 7 Professional,Windows 7 Professional x64,Windows 7 Starter,Windows 7 Starter x64,Windows 7 Ultimate,Windows 7 Ultimate x64,Windows 7 x64,Windows 8,Windows 8 Enterprise,Windows 8 Enterprise x64,Windows 8 Pro,Windows 8 Pro x64,Windows 8 x64,Windows 8.1,Windows 8.1 Enterprise,Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64,Windows 8.1 Pro,Windows 8.1 Pro x64,Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.13 High Sierra,Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave,Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina,Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur,Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2016,Windows Server 2019
Weight & dimensions
Width120
Depth110
Height19
Weight78
Packaging data
Mounting brackets includedYes
Quick installation guideYes
Package width215
Package depth145
Package height30
Package weight142
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Products per master (outer) case80
Master (outer) case width590
Master (outer) case length315
Master (outer) case height370

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For items returned in resaleable condition, with all original packaging. If an item has been opened for inspection but shows signs of use beyond that, a deduction may apply to reflect the reduced value — see our full Terms & Conditions (Section 12) for details.

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- Headphones
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Returns FAQs

What is your returns criteria?
14 days from date of receipt, or expected date of receipt on non-tracked items.

How do I go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with your order number. We will provide you with an RMA number and return instructions, including your return deadline and whether a freepost label applies to your order.

Do I need to contact you before returning my order?
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Does my item have to include its original packaging?
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If your item is faulty, damaged, or not as described, we cover reasonable return postage, or provide a freepost label where available. If you are returning an item for another reason (including simply changing your mind), you are responsible for return postage unless we have expressly confirmed a freepost label in your RMA email — we recommend using a tracked and insured service for items of significant value.

Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer directly for assistance.

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