StarTech.com PEXUSB312A1C1H USB Adapter - StarTech 5 Port USB PCIe Card, 10Gbps USB PCIe Card, 1 USB C/2 USB A, Internal Header (2x 5Gbps USB), USB C PCI Express Card, TAA 5 Port USB PCIe Card (USB 3.1 Gen 2) PCI Express expansion card; 10Gbps 2x USB Ty

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).
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.
Now you can easily add a variety of types and speeds (generations) of USB ports to your desktop or server, using a single adapter card. The card features:

One external USB-C port (10Gbps)
Two external USB-A ports (10Gbps)
One internal 20-pin IDC motherboard header port that can provide two internal USB-A ports (5Gbps)

With a range of port types, the card lets you bridge the gap between devices that use different connectors. You can simultaneously connect and access USB Type-A and USB Type-C devices, while using only a single PCI Express expansion slot.
By adding three types of USB ports in one combo card, you can free up space in your PC case, and eliminate the nuisance of having different cards for different USB devices.
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.
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.
PEXUSB312A1C1H is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Note: The card does not support DP alt mode or USB Power Delivery.

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
PCI Express x4

Media & Performance

UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Total Number of USB Ports:
5
Number of USB 3.2 Ports:
5
Number of SATA Ports:
1

Software

Operating System Supported:
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, Linux 3.5, Mac 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 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Red
Product Color:
Red
Form Factor:
Plug-in Card
Height:
4.7"
Width:
0.7"
Length:
4.5"
Weight (Approximate):
2.10 oz

Miscellaneous

Platform Supported:
PC, Linux, Mac
Country of Origin:
Taiwan
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)
1 - PCI Express x4
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)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0^oC to 70^oC (32^oF to 158^oF)
Storage Temperature
-20^oC to 80^oC (-4^oF to 176^oF)
Humidity
15 to 90% RH (Non-condensing)
Hardware
Ports
5
Interface
PCI Express
Bus Type
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps
USB 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 - ASM3142
Genesys Logic - GL3590
Performance
Total USB Power Output
USB-C Power Output - 15W
USB-A Power Output - 4.5W
IDC Power Output - 4.5W
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
10Gbps
Type and Rate
USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support
Yes
MTBF
1,677,495 Hours
Color
Red
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022
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)
Whats in the Box
Included in Package
1 - USB 3.2 (10 Gbps) PCIe Card
1 - Full-Profile Bracket (Installed)
1 - Low-Profile Bracket
1 - Quick-Start Guide
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
7 x 6 x 2

Weight
1.00 lb

Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty