StarTech PEXUSB312A3 USB card

Product Description

StarTech PEXUSB312A3 USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCI Express Expansion Card

This StarTech expansion card adds two high-speed USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) ports to any desktop or workstation with an available PCIe slot. It’s an ideal solution for connecting fast external storage (SSDs), high-resolution cameras, or scientific instruments that require maximum USB bandwidth.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x4 (compatible with x4, x8, x16 slots)

• USB Standard: USB 3.1 Gen 2

• Data Rate: Up to 10 Gbps per port

• Ports: 2x USB-A ports (Type-A connectors)

• Bus Power: Draws power directly from the PCIe slot (no extra cable needed)

• Operating Systems: Supports Windows, Linux, macOS

Applications:

• Upgrading older workstations with modern USB 3.1 speeds

• Data acquisition systems requiring fast external storage transfer

• Video editing or photography workstations

• Laboratory PCs interfacing with high-speed USB instruments