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    StarTech.com 7 Port PCI USB Card Adapter Model PCIUSB7

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    • PCI 4x External + 1x Internal
    • PCI Express (PCIe) 3x External + 1x Internal
    • USB 2.0
    • 480/12/1.5 Mbps Data Transfer Rate
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    This PCI USB card adds seven USB 2.0 ports (1 internal USB A Female, 2 internal USB motherboard header, and 4 external USB A Female) to your PCI-capable PC. The PCI USB 2.0 card is a versatile solution that lets you add USB 2.0 connections without having to upgrade the system motherboard. An all-in-one solution, the PCI USB card supports USB 2.0 device connections for full data transfer speeds of up to 480Mbps, and is backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices (max. transfer rate 12Mbps), allowing you to connect any USB device to the computer without having to worry about compatibility issues. Designed and constructed to provide long-lasting USB capability, the adapter card is backed by StarTech.com's free lifetime technical support.

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    The StarTech.com PCIUSB7 is a PCI-to-USB 2.0 expansion card for PCI-equipped desktop PCs, adding four external USB ports, one internal USB port, and two motherboard-header connections for systems that need more USB connectivity without a motherboard upgrade.

    Recommended For

    • Owners of a desktop PC with an available PCI or PCI-X slot who need to add USB ports without replacing the motherboard.
    • People restoring or maintaining older desktop systems that use USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 peripherals and have a compatible PCI slot.
    • Desktop builders who need both rear USB ports and internal USB connections for front-bay or other internally mounted peripherals.
    • Users adding ports for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice, or printers, where USB 2.0 connectivity is sufficient.

    Real-World Use Scenarios

    • A desktop with an available PCI slot and too few working USB ports can use the card to add rear connections for everyday peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or flash drive; these devices connect through USB 2.0 rather than newer high-speed USB standards.
    • Someone maintaining an older desktop with a PCI slot can add USB 2.0 connectivity for compatible peripherals, instead of relying only on the computer’s original USB ports; the outcome depends on the computer and operating-system compatibility.
    • If a desktop’s motherboard USB header is unavailable or its onboard USB ports are unreliable, a technician can connect compatible case-front USB wiring to the card’s internal header; this can restore convenient front access when the connector and system are compatible.
    • A user adding a USB device inside the computer, such as an internal card reader, can connect it to the card’s internal USB connection; the device stays inside the case rather than using a rear external port.
    • Someone moving files with a USB 2.0 flash drive or card reader on a compatible older PC can use the added ports for the connection; transfer experience remains limited by the USB 2.0 interface and the rest of the system.

    Spec Summary

    AttributeValue
    Best ForAdding USB 2.0 connectivity to a computer with a PCI slot, with external ports and motherboard-header connections
    Ports And Connectivity4 external USB ports, 1 internal USB port, and 2 male 9-pin IDC motherboard headers
    USB Standard And Data RateUSB 2.0 with data rates of 480/12/1.5 Mbps
    Operating System CompatibilitySupports Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP (32/64-bit), Vista (32/64-bit), Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Windows Server 2008 R2, and Linux
    Model IdentifiersStarTech.com PCIUSB7 PCI-to-USB card