StarTech.com PEXUSB312A1C1H 5-Port USB PCIe Card 10Gbps 2A/1C/1xIDC
Features
This 5-port USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) combo card makes it easy to add to the performance and connectivity of your computer. The USB 3.2 card offers a USB Type-C™ port (10Gbps), two traditional USB Type-A ports (10Gbps), and a motherboard header (USB 5Gbps).
By offering a range of USB port types, you can easily connect a variety of modern and legacy USB devices, both inside and outside your computer.
Because the card offers a 10Gbps USB ports, you can save time and avoid the performance bottlenecks that are often associated with other connectivity technologies.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB 10Gbps) is also known as USB 3.1 (10Gbps). USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) is also known as USB 3.0 (5Gbps).
Work faster and prepare for the future
This versatile PCI Express combo card leverages the performance potential of USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) to help you work faster. The USB ports offer a data throughput of up to 10Gbps, so you can spend less time waiting for file transfers to complete or for access to your external peripherals.
Ideal for building or upgrading your computer
With two internal motherboard-style headers, this dynamic USB 3.2 card is perfect for upgrading or building your own computer. If your existing headers are occupied, or if you don't have any motherboard headers, you can connect front panel hubs or card readers using this versatile alternative to costly motherboard or computer upgrades.
Connect your older USB devices
Connecting your older peripherals isn't a problem. This 5-port USB 3.2 card is backward compatible with legacy USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2.0 and 1.1 devices, so you can eliminate the added expense and aggravation of purchasing new devices.
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: 5-Port USB PCIe card with ASMedia 3142 IC; 10Gbps Hub w/ 3 External Ports (2x USB-A & 1x USB-C) & two internal ports USB 5Gbps (1x Internal IDC header); Supports up to USB 3.2 Gen 2; Upgraded version to our popular card PEXUSB312EIC
- TRANSFER SPEEDS UP TO 10Gbps: USB-A & USB-C PCIe card adapter supports Multiple INs maintaining max bandwidth with mixed speed devices and UASP optimizing USB performance with external storage devices like SSDs, HDDs, NVMe drives; Works w/ USB 3.2 Gen 2/3.0/2.0
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OPTIONAL POWER: USB PCIe expansion card with SATA power supplies supplemental power to the USB ports (when motherboard power is insufficient) providing up to 5V 3A/15W via the USB Type-C port & 5V 0.9A/4.5W via each USB port
- COMPATIBILITY: USB C add-on card installs in full or low-profile PCIe 3.0 (x4 slot) desktop/server (full-profile bracket installed, low profile bracket incl.); lower performance with PCI-e 2.0; Windows/Linux/macOS auto driver install (Windows 8 & up)
- STARTECH.COM ADVANTAGE: IT professionals choice for over 30 years; This USB-A & USB-C combo PCI Express Host Controller card is backed for 2-years by StarTech.com, including free 24/5 North America based multi-lingual tech support
Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - PCI Express x4 |
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| Internal Ports | 1 - IDC (20 pin, USB 3.0, Motherboard Header)1 - SATA Power (15 pin) |
| External Ports | 2 - USB 3.2 Type-A (9 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps)1 - USB 3.2 Type-C (24 pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 80°C (-4°F to 176°F) |
| Humidity | 15~90% RH (Non-condensing) |
| Ports | 5 |
| Interface | PCI Express |
| Bus Type | USB 3.2 Gen 2 10GbpsUSB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) |
| Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
| Port Style | Integrated on Card |
| Industry Standards | PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 3.0 |
| USB 3.2 Specifications | UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) Rev. 1.0 |
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM3142Genesys Logic - GL3590 |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 4.8 oz [136.0 g] |
| Package Length | 6.9 in [17.5 cm] |
| Package Height | 1.2 in [3.0 cm] |
| Package Width | 5.5 in [14.0 cm] |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Total USB Power Output | USB-C Power Output - 15WUSB-A Power Output - 4.5WIDC Power Output - 4.5W |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10Gbps |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/sUSB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s |
| UASP Support | Yes |
| MTBF | 1,677,495 Hours |
| Color | Red |
| Weight of Product | 2.1 oz [60.0 g] |
| Product Height | 4.7 in [12.0 cm] |
| Product Length | 4.5 in [11.5 cm] |
| Product Width | 0.7 in [1.9 cm] |
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022Linux® 3.5 and up - LTS Versions onlymacOS 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) |
| Included in Package | 1 - USB 3.2 (10 Gbps) PCIe Card1 - Full-Profile Bracket (Installed)1 - Low-Profile Bracket1 - Quick-Start Guide |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
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| Product Type | PC Parts > IO, SCSI, IDE Cards > PCIe USB Cards |
| Weight | 0.062 kg |
| Warranty |
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Note:
Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period.
All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.
Shipping Information
- Free NZ-wide shipping on orders over $299
- Standard delivery 2–5 business days
- Rural delivery may take an additional 1–2 days
- Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm (weekdays)
Returns Policy
- 7-day returns on unused items in original packaging
- Faulty or damaged products covered under warranty
- Contact our support team to initiate a return









