StarTech.com PCIe USB 3.0 card showing dual USB ports and green circuit board with silver mounting bracket

High-Speed Dual USB 3.0 Ports with Advanced Circuit Design

The PCIe USB 3.0 card features a sophisticated green PCB with premium components and dual USB 3.0 ports integrated into a sleek silver bracket. The specialized circuit design incorporates high-quality capacitors and chips to ensure stable power delivery and optimal data transfer performance. The card's layout demonstrates careful engineering to maximize signal integrity while maintaining compact dimensions.

Technical Specifications

  • Dual USB 3.0 ports supporting 5 Gbps transfer speeds
  • PCIe x1 interface for broad system compatibility
  • UASP support for enhanced data throughput

Applications

  • Adding high-speed USB connectivity to workstations
  • Expanding USB ports for external storage devices
  • Upgrading legacy systems with modern USB 3.0 capability
Top view of StarTech.com USB 3.0 PCIe card showing detailed circuit board layout and dual USB ports

Enhanced Power Delivery with SATA Integration

This detailed top-down view highlights the card's power management architecture and dual USB port implementation. The integrated SATA power connector ensures reliable power delivery up to 900mA per port, while the premium components ensure clean power distribution. The carefully engineered PCB layout optimizes signal routing for maximum performance.

Technical Specifications

  • SATA power connector for enhanced power delivery
  • Dual independent USB 3.0 controllers
  • Industrial-grade component selection

Applications

  • Powering high-demand USB devices
  • Supporting multiple USB peripherals simultaneously
  • Professional workstation expansion
Side view of StarTech.com PCIe USB 3.0 card showing bracket and port configuration

Low-Profile Design with Full-Size Performance

The card's streamlined bracket design showcases the dual USB 3.0 ports in an easily accessible configuration. The low-profile form factor ensures compatibility with both standard and compact cases while maintaining full USB 3.0 capabilities. The robust metal bracket provides secure mounting and EMI shielding.

Technical Specifications

  • Standard and low-profile bracket compatibility
  • EMI-shielded port design
  • Durable metal construction

Applications

  • Small form factor PC integration
  • Server room installations
  • Professional workstation builds
Detailed view of StarTech.com USB 3.0 PCIe card circuit board components and layout

Superior Component Layout for Reliable Performance

The engineering excellence is evident in this detailed view of the card's component layout. Strategic placement of power regulation components and data controllers optimizes thermal management and signal integrity. The high-quality PCB material and precise component mounting ensure long-term reliability and consistent performance.

Technical Specifications

  • Professional-grade PCB construction
  • Optimized component placement
  • Advanced power filtering design

Applications

  • Mission-critical system deployments
  • High-reliability computing environments
  • Professional data transfer applications

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

StarTech.com

Manufacturer Part Number

PEXUSB3S24

Brand Name

StarTech.com

Product Name

2 Port PCI Express (PCIe) SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter with UASP - SATA Power

Packaged Quantity

1

Product Type

USB Adapter

Technical Information
Host Interface

PCI Express x1

Media & Performance
UASP Support

Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of USB Ports

2

Number of USB 3.2 Ports

2

Number of SATA Ports

1

Software
Operating System Supported

Linux
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Windows 8
Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2019

Physical Characteristics
Product Color

Green

Form Factor

Plug-in Card

Height

4.7

Width

0.7

Length

2.6

Weight (Approximate)

1.41 oz

Miscellaneous
Package Contents

  • 2 Port PCI Express (PCIe) SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter with UASP - SATA Power
  • 1 x Low Profile Bracket
  • 1 x Driver CD
  • 1 x Instruction Manual

Platform Supported

Linux
PC

Environmentally Friendly

Yes

Environmental Certification

REACH
WEEE
RoHS

Country of Origin

Taiwan

TAA Compliant

Yes

Warranty
Limited Warranty

2 Year

Included in the Box

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    PCIe USB Card - Main unit

FAQs

What are the main features of the StarTech.com PEXUSB3S24 PCIe USB 3.0 Card?
The StarTech.com PEXUSB3S24 is a PCI Express USB 3.0 card that features two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports with data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. It includes UASP support for up to 70% faster performance, a SATA power connector delivering up to 900mA per port, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1 devices. The card comes with both standard and low-profile brackets for versatile installation options.
What operating systems are compatible with this USB 3.0 card?
The card is compatible with multiple operating systems including Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012, 2008 R2, and Linux. UASP support is specifically available on Windows 8, 8.1, Server 2012, and Linux kernel 2.6.37 or later for enhanced performance.
What is UASP and how does it improve performance?
UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is an advanced protocol that enables up to 70% faster read speeds and 40% faster write speeds compared to conventional USB 3.0. It achieves this by allowing multiple commands to be processed simultaneously and reduces required processor resources by up to 80%. This improved performance is available when using UASP-enabled devices with compatible operating systems.
What are the power specifications of this USB card?
The card features a SATA power connector that connects to your system's power supply to deliver up to 900mA of power per port for USB 3.2 Gen 1 bus-powered devices (500mA for USB 2.0). This ensures stable power delivery for high-power USB devices connected to either port.
What comes in the package with the StarTech.com PEXUSB3S24?
The package includes the 2-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card Adapter, a low-profile bracket for small form-factor computers, a driver CD for easy installation, and a comprehensive instruction manual. All components are backed by StarTech.com's 2-year warranty and lifetime technical support.

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