Range/Series Overview
IMPORTANT: This Range/Series overview section describes the range of which this product belongs. Features of different versions might be mentioned and may not apply to the specific product on this page. Please view Specs for specification of product.This PCIe USB 3.1 card installs into an available PCI-Express slot in your computer and enables you to upgrade your current system by adding two USB-C (10Gbps) ports.
Faster USB Performance
Also known as USB 3.2 Gen 2x1, this USB 3.1 Gen 2 card adds two 10Gbps USB Type-C ports to your computer. Utilizing an ASMedia ASM3142 chipset, this card harnesses the speed of USB 3.1 Gen 2. With higher data throughput support, this USB 3.1 Gen 2 PCIe expansion card is a necessity for external drives and many other USB 3.1 Gen 2 peripherals and includes an optional SATA power connector for high power devices.
The card is backward compatible with USB 3.0 (5Gbps) and USB 2.0 (480mbps) devices. The 2-port PCI E adapter card works with newer USB-C devices but can easily support your existing USB-A peripherals using inexpensive USB Type C cables and adapters.
Easy Installation
The USB 3.1 card is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems. The card includes both standard-profile and low-profile brackets to install in various form-factor PCs and servers.
Guaranteed Reliability
The PEXUSB312C3 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Features Summary
- Faster USB Performance
Also known as USB 3.1 Gen 2, this USB 3.2 Gen 2 card adds two 10Gbps USB Type-C ports to your computer. Utilizing an ASMedia ASM3142 chipset, this card harnesses the speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2. With higher data throughput support, this USB 3.2 Gen 2 PCIe expansion card is a necessity for external drives and many other USB 3.2 Gen 2 peripherals and includes an optional SATA power connector for high power devices. The card is backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) and USB 2.0 (480mbps) devices. The card works with newer USB-C devices, but can easily support your existing USB-A peripherals using inexpensive USB Type C cables and adapters. See our Accessories Tab for supported options. - Easy Installation
The USB 3.2 card is compatible with Windows , Linux and macOS operating systems. The card includes both standard-profile and low-profile brackets to install in various form-factor PCs and servers. - The Choice of IT Pros Since 1985
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Specification Summary
Product Description
Startech PCIe USB 3.1 Card, 2x USB C 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps, PCIe Gen 3 x4, ASM3142 Chipset, USB Type-C PCI Express Card, 2-Port USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 Expansion Add-On Card, Windows, macOS, Linux - Full/Low-Profile - USB adapter - PCIe 3.0 x4 - USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 x 2
Form Factor
Plug-in card - low profile
Interface (Bus) Type
PCI Express 3.0 x4
Ports
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 x 2
Dimensions (WxDxH)
8 cm x 12.2 cm x 1.8 cm
Data Link Protocol
USB 3.1
Data Transfer Rate
10 Gbps
Processor
ASMedia ASM1142
Compliant Standards
USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, xHCI, USB 3.1 Gen 2
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Apple macOS High Sierra 10.13, Apple macOS Mojave 10.14, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Linux LTS versions only, Linux 3.5 or later, Apple macOS Catalina 10.15, Apple macOS Big Sur 11.0, Apple macOS Monterey 12.0, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11, Apple macOS Ventura 13.0
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year warranty
Designed For
P/N: S252BU313R