Question 1

What operating systems is this Mini PCI Express to 1394 Card compatible with?

Accepted Answer

The Mini PCI Express to 1394 Card is compatible with Windows 2000, XP (32/64-bit), Server 2003 (32/64-bit), Vista (32/64-bit), Server 2008 R2, 7 (32/64-bit), and Linux.

Question 2

What is the data transfer rate of this card?

Accepted Answer

The data transfer rate of this card is FireWire 400 IEEE-1394a at 400 Mbit/s and FireWire 800 IEEE-1394b at 800 Mbit/s.

Question 3

What are the dimensions and weight of this Mini PCI Express to 1394 Card?

Accepted Answer

The dimensions of the Mini PCI Express to 1394 Card are 50 x 30 x 4 mm (0.16 x 1.97 x 1.18 in), and its weight is 6.8 g (0.24 oz).

Question 4

Can I connect this card to high-powered FireWire devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the card supports optional external power for high-powered FireWire devices.

Question 5

I need to add Firewire 6 pin connectivity to a HP 550-114a in order to connect an audio interface. Will this model be recognized by the Windows 10 operating system?   Thanks in advance.

Accepted Answer

Yes.  This adapter is Windows 10 compatible according to StarTech's website.  Just Google the name of the adapter (StarTech 3 Port 2b 1a 1394 Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter Model MPEX1394B3) and click on StarTech's website and it will bring you directly to the adapter's product page. You will see that it is listed as Windows 10 compatible.

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