4-Port USB PCIe Card, USB 3.2 5Gbps, PCI Express Expansion Card with 4x Independent USB Controllers, 4x USB-A Ports, Windows/Linux

$119.91

Add four 5Gbps USB Type-A ports through PCI Express

SKU: P5Q4A-USB-CARD Category:

Specifications & Compliance

UPC
065030912761
Brand
StarTech.com
Included in Package
1 - PCIe USB Card, 1 - Quick-Start Guide
Shipping (Package) Weight
5.7 oz [162 g]
Weight of Product
3.5 oz [100.0 g]
Product Length
6.6 in [16.9 cm]
Product Width
4.7 in [12.0 cm]
Product Height
0.7 in [19.0 mm]
Package Depth
5.7 in [14.4 cm]
Package Width
8.1 in [20.7 cm]
Package Height
1.3 in [33 mm]
Color
Black
Warranty
2 Years
Connector 1
USB-A (5Gbps, 4.5W)
Connector 1 (Quantity)
4
Connector 2
SATA (15-Pin)
Connector 2 (Quantity)
1
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature
-10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)
Humidity
5% ~ 90% RH (non-condensing)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5Gbps
Industry Standards
PCI Express 2.0
Power Source
Bus Powered
Chipset ID
Renesas - UPD720202 x4, Diodes Incorporated - PI7C9X2G608
Connector 3
LP4 / Molex Power (4-Pin, 5V / 12V)
Connector 3 (Quantity)
1
Number of Ports
4
Interface
PCI Express
Bus Type
PCI Express
Type and Rate
USB 5Gbps
Host Connector 1
PCI Express x4
Host Connector 1 (Quantity)
1
Card Type
Standard Profile
UASP Support
Yes
Port Style
Integrated on Card
Total USB Power Output
USB-A Power Output:</b> 10W Max

Questions & Answers

Do I need to connect an additional power cable from my power supply to a StarTech.com USB expansion card?
It depends; a StarTech.com USB expansion card can be powered by the PCI or PCIe slot, but an additional power cable (such as SATA or Molex) is required if connected USB devices exceed the available slot power. Explanation: A StarTech.com USB expansion card draws power from the motherboard through the PCI or PCI Express slot, which is sufficient for many standard USB devices. However, total available power is limited by the slot. Slot-powered operation: Low-power devices such as USB keyboards, mice, and flash drives typically work without additional power. Auxiliary power requirement: High-power devices, such as external hard drives without their own power supply, may exceed slot power limits and require a direct connection to the system power supply (for example, SATA or Molex). Power-related failure symptoms: Insufficient power may cause devices to disconnect, fail to initialize, or not function simultaneously. Troubleshooting requirement: If any of these issues occur, connecting an auxiliary power cable to the USB expansion card is required for stable operation. A StarTech.com USB expansion card will not reliably power high-demand USB devices without sufficient total power from either the PCI/PCIe slot or an additional power connection.