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 using x4 lanes - Supports Multiple INs and UASP; Full or low-profile, PCIe 3.0 x4 slot - Windows/Linux/macOS - Does not support DP Alt-Mode, Power Delivery, or Thunderbolt
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SKU
PEXUSB321C
Category
USB/Firewire Adapters
Overview
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. More from the Manufacturer
Highlights
HIGH PERFORMANCE: Add 1x USB-C SuperSpeed 20Gbps port to your desktop PC with this USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 PCIe Card; Expansion card provides up to 15W (5V @ 3A) to power & charge devices
FULL USB 3.2 GEN 2X2 SPEEDS: Featuring the ASMedia ASM3242 host controller using x4 lanes of PCIe 3.0, this card is fully capable of speeds up to 20Gbps enabling fast access to high-performance devices like NVMe drives and SSDs
MAXIMIZED USB PERFORMANCE: USB Type-C PCI Express card supports Multiple INs to reduce bandwidth loss when mix speed devices are connected to a Hub (hub must also support this feature); UASP support improves performance with storage devices
COMPATIBILITY: Add-on card installs in full or low-profile (bracket incl) PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (Backward compatible w/PCIe 2.0); Windows/Linux/macOS w/auto drivers Win 8 & up; Works w/USB 3.2 Gen 2/3.0/2.0 devices
COMPATIBILITY NOTICE: The USB-C 20Gbps port supports data transfer only; It does not support DisplayPort Alt Mode for video output, USB Power Delivery, or Thunderbolt devices
Specifications
Package Contents
PCI Express USB Card
1x Full Profile Bracket (Installed)
1x Low Profile Bracket
1x Quick-Start Guide
Host Interface
PCI Express x4
Product Type
USB Adapter
Manufacturer Part Number
PEXUSB321C
Packaged Quantity
1 Each
Platform Supported
PC, Linux, Mac
Limited Warranty
2 Year
Weight (Approximate)
1.30 oz
Form Factor
Plug-in Card
Length
2"
Manufacturer
StarTech.com
Product Name
PCI Express USB Card
Brand Name
StarTech.com
Operating System Supported
Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, 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, Linux 3.5
Country of Origin
Taiwan
Height
0.9"
Width
3.1"
Environmentally Friendly
Yes
Environmental Certification
EU RoHS
Total Number of USB Ports
1
UASP Support
Yes
Product Color
Red
Number of USB 3.2 Ports
1
Color Family
Red
Environmental Compliance
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
