StarTech.com PEXUSB312C3 PCIe USB 3.1 Card - 2x USB C 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps - PCIe Gen 3 x4 - ASM3142 Chipset - USB Type C PCI Express Card
Features
StarTech 2 Port USB-C 3.2 PCI Express Adapter Card
This PCIe USB 3.1 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.
Faster USB Performance
Also known as USB 3.2 Gen 2x1, this USB 3.1 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 3.1 Gen 2. With higher data throughput support, this USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe expansion card is a necessity for external drives and many other USB 3.1 Gen 2 peripherals and includes an optional SATA power connector for high power devices. The card is backward compatible with USB 3.0 (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 3.1 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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Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Bus Type | PCI Express |
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| Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM3142 |
| Industry 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 |
| Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
| Port Style | Integrated on Card |
| Ports | 2 |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10Gbps |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s |
| UASP Support | Yes |
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - PCI Express x4 Male |
| External Ports | 2 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Female |
| Internal Ports | 1 - SATA Power (15 pin) Plug |
| Humidity | 20~80% RH |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F) |
| Product Height | 1.8 cm |
| Product Length | 12.2 cm |
| Product Width | 8 cm |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, 2019Linux 3.5 to 4.11.x LTS version only macOS Catalina (10.15), macOS Mojave (10.14), macOS High Sierra (10.13) |
| 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. |
| System and Cable Requirements | PCI Express enabled computer or server with a PCI Express x4 slot or higher (x8, x16). Optional SATA power connector |
| Package Contents | 1x USB 3.1 Card1x Low Profile Bracket1x Quick Start Guide |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PC Parts > IO, SCSI, IDE Cards |
| Weight | 0.054 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
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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
