StarTech.com 2-port 10Gbps USB C PCIe Card - USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C PCI Express Host Controller Add-On Card - Expansion Card - USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Adapter 15W/port - Windows, macOS, Linux
KEY FEATURES
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: Add 2x USB-C SuperSpeed 10Gbps port to your desktop PC with this USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Card; Expansion card provides up to 5V 3A (15W) via the USB-C ports; Does not support DP-Alt mode for video over USB-C or USB Power Delivery
- USB 3.2 GEN 2X1 SPEEDS: PCI Express card features the ASMedia ASM3142 host controller using x4 lanes of PCIe 3.0; Capable of speeds up to 10Gbps enabling fast access to high-performance devices like NVMe drives and SSDs
- MAXIMIZED USB PERFORMANCE: 2-port USB-C PCIe Card adapter supports USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) optimizing USB performance; Installs in full/low-profile PCIe 3.0 x4 desktop / server slot (lower performance with PCI-e 2.0)
- COMPATIBILITY: Add-on card installs in full or low-profile (bracket included) PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (Backward compatible with PCIe 2.0); Windows/Linux/macOS with auto-install drivers Win 8 and up; Works with USB 3.2 Gen 2/3.0/2.0 devices
- THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this USB-C PCIe add-on card is backed for 2-Years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
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StarTech.com 2-port 10Gbps USB C PCIe Card - USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C PCI Express Host Controller Add-On Card - Expansion Card - USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Adapter 15W/port - Windows, macOS, Linux
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StarTech.com 2-port 10Gbps USB C PCIe Card - USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C PCI Express Host Controller Add-On Card - Expansion Card - USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Adapter 15W/port - Windows, macOS, Linux. Host interface: PCIe, Output interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1), Expansion card form factor: Full-height / Low-profile. Product colour: Red, Certification: CE, FCC, REACH. Chipset: ASMedia - ASM3142, Data transfer rate (max): 10 Gbit/s. Windows operating systems supported: Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10..., Mac operating systems supported: Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur,..., Server operating systems supported: Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019. Width: 80 mm, Depth: 122 mm, Height: 18 mm
PCI-Express USB-C Card | 10Gbps | PCIe Gen3 x4 | 2-Year Warranty
This PCIe USB 3.1 Gen 2 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 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 3.1 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.
The Choice of IT Pros Since 1985
StarTech.com conducts thorough compatibility and performance testing on all our products to ensure we are meeting or exceeding industry standards and providing high-quality products to IT Professionals. Our local StarTech.com Technical Advisors have broad product expertise and work directly with our StarTech.com Engineers to provide support for our customers both pre and post-sales.
The PEXUSB312C3 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- HIGH PERFORMANCE: USB 3.1 Gen 2 or USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 PCIe Host Controller card supports Multiple INs, maintains max bandwidth even when mixed speed devices are connected; 2x USB-C 10Gbps per port
- POWER: Expansion card w/ SATA power header supplies supplemental power to the USB Type-C ports (when motherboard power is insufficient) providing up to 5V 3A (15W) via the USB-C ports
- MAX PERFORMANCE WITH USB STORAGE DEVICES: 2-port USB-C PCIe Card adapter supports USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) optimizing USB performance w/ external storage devices like SSDs, HDDs, NVMe drives
Warranty: 2 Years
Feature
Easy 14 days Returns
Eligible for Next day Delivery
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Shipping Information
- Next Business Day: £6.99
- 2 days Delivery: £4.99
- 3- 5 Days Shipping: £3.99
- Orders Over £99.00: Free Standard Delivery
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Host interface | PCIe |
| Output interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Expansion card form factor | Full-height / Low-profile |
| Expansion card standard | PCIe 3.0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Yes |
| Product colour | Red |
| Certification | CE, FCC, REACH |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Chipset | ASMedia - ASM3142 |
| Data transfer rate (max) | 10 Gbit/s |
| UASP support | Yes |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84733020 |
| Operational conditions | |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 70 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 85 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Technical details | |
|---|---|
| Compliance certificates | CE, RoHS |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Sustainability certificates | CE, RoHS |
| System requirements | |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Width | 80 mm |
| Depth | 122 mm |
| Height | 18 mm |
| Weight | 45 g |
| Packaging data | |
|---|---|
| Mounting brackets included | Yes |
| User guide | Yes |
| Package width | 142 mm |
| Package depth | 173 mm |
| Package height | 30 mm |
| Package weight | 120 g |
| Logistics data | |
|---|---|
| Products per master (outer) case | 60 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width | 380 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 490 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 320 mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
When will it arrive?
Any order over £99 wil be shipped on our free 2-3 working day service, if you opt for Next Working Day shipping then this will be with you the next working day between 09:00 and 18:00. Deliveries to Northern Ireland, Channel Islands and the Scottish Highlands will be on a 3 day service.
Do you offer a credit account?
We offer credit accounts to Gotraka Business customers, please enquire with our customer support team for more information. Credits accounts are subject to KYC.
How long is the returns policy?
For most products bought online, you have a legal right to change your mind within 14 days and receive a refund. If you wish to return unwanted products, you must let us know that you want to return them within 14 calendar days from the day after delivery. The item must also be returned to us within 7 working days from approval of return and receipt of the return label.
How long will it take to receive my order?
This is something that we are working hard to bring to you - we recognise that having deliveries on preferred days not only makes it easier for you but it is also great for the environment. By having deliveries arranged on days that you are going to be in or consolidating your orders to arrive to you at the same time means that the courier won't need to come back multiple times due to missed deliveries or multiple deliveries.
Can I change my delivery address once the order has been placed?
Our systems are highly automated, where possible we will do our utmost to accommodate this. To ensure we maintain a high delivery success rate most of our orders are picked and prepped for shipment within 30 minutes
How do I return my order?
If you need to return your order please raise a return through your order page detailing the reason for return. Once this form has been submitted it will be reviewed by the Returns Department who will contact you to arrange the return.
Please note the returns department may ask for more information such as the serial number(s) and images where applicable to process the return.
How long do I have to return an item?
For most products bought online, you have a legal right to change your mind within 14 days and receive a refund. If you wish to return unwanted products, you must let us know that you want to return them within 14 calendar days from the day after delivery. The item must also be returned to us within 7 working days from approval of return and receipt of the return label
Are returns free?
Returns for faulty / damaged items will be free of charge
Returns for unwanted items that have no fault will incur a minimal returns fee - delivery charges will not be refunded
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