StarTech.com PEXUSB321C USB Adapter - StarTech 1 Port USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 PCIe Card, USB C 20Gbps PCI Express 3.0 x4 Controller, USB Type C, Data Only, Windows/macOS/Linux, TAA USB C 20Gbps PCIe Card; Up to 15W (5V @ 3A) for charging ASM3242 controller usin

This PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 controller card installs into an available PCI-Express x4 slot in your computer and enables you to upgrade your current system by adding a USB-C™ (20Gbps) port. Add a 20 Gbps USB Type-C Port to Your Desktop Computer The controller card enables you to connect USB-C Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) devices to your desktop computer. The USB-C port is ideal for connecting USB devices such as external hard drives and solid state drives or charging and syncing your mobile devices. The USB-C port provides up to 15W (5V/3A) of power and is backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) 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 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 (5 Gbps). SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) Performance The USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 card features an ASMedia ASM3242 host controller that utilizes x4 lanes of the PCIe 3.0 bus, making the card capable of speeds up to 20Gbps 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 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 3.2/3.0/2.0 devices PEXUSB321C is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual North American based technical support. StarTech.com has been the IT professionals' choice for over 30 years.

Product Description

Technical Information

Host Interface:
PCI Express x4

Media & Performance

UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

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

Software

Operating System Supported:
Linux 3.5, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Red
Product Color:
Red
Form Factor:
Plug-in Card
Height:
0.9"
Width:
3.1"
Length:
2"
Weight (Approximate):
1.30 oz

Miscellaneous

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

Connector(s)
1 - Connector Type(s)
PCI Express x4
1 - External Ports
USB Type-C (24 pin, Gen 2x2, 20Gbps)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0^oC to 85^oC (32^oF to 185^oF)
Storage Temperature
-25^oC to 85^oC (-13^oF to 185^oF)
Humidity
15% to 90% RH
Hardware
Ports
1
Interface
PCI Express x4
Bus Type
PCI Express
Card Type
Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
Industry Standards
USB 3.2 Specification Rev. 1.0
PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 3.0
Intel xHCI Specification Rev. 1.1
UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) Rev. 1.0
Chipset ID
ASMedia - ASM3242
Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
20Gbps
Type and Rate
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
UASP Support
Yes
MTBF
3,126,209 Hours
Physical Characteristics
Color
Red
Software
OS Compatibility
Windows 8, 8.1, 10, 11
Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019
macOS 10.13 to 10.15, 11.0, 12.0
Linux 3.5 or later LTS version only
Special Notes / Requirements
System and Cable Requirements
PCI Express enabled computer or server with a PCI Express x4 slot or higher (x8, x16)
Note
The cards 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 10Gbps. A PCI Express Gen 2 or Gen 3 port is required to reach speeds up to 20Gbps.
Whats in the Box
1 - Included in Package
PCI Express USB Card
Full Profile Bracket (Installed)
Low Profile Bracket
Quick-Start Guide
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
7 x 6 x 2

Weight
1.00 lb

Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty