StarTech.com PCI Express FireWire Card TAA 3-Port PCIe 1.1 PEX1394B3LP
The StarTech.com PEX1394B3LP PCI Express FireWire Card adds two FireWire 800 ports and one FireWire 400 port to any compatible system, ensuring continued operation for critical legacy peripherals.
- Legacy Connectivity: Integrates two FireWire 800 and one FireWire 400 port, preserving access to essential older professional audio/video equipment.
- TAA Compliance: Meets government procurement requirements, simplifying purchasing for public sector and regulated organizations.
- Flexible Installation: Includes both low-profile and full-size brackets, enabling deployment in diverse small form factor or standard PC chassis.
- Reliable Performance: Features a Texas Instruments chipset and 149,905 hours MTBF, providing stable and dependable data transfer for critical operations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com PEX1394B3LP is a PCI Express FireWire card designed to bridge the gap between modern computer systems and legacy FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) and FireWire 800 (IEEE 1394b) devices, offering 3 ports for essential connectivity.
Engineered with a Texas Instruments XIO2213B chipset, this card ensures broad compatibility across Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems, including Windows Server, making it a versatile solution for diverse IT environments.
- Extended Hardware Lifespan: Enables continued use of expensive FireWire-dependent equipment, maximizing return on existing technology investments.
- Government Procurement Ready: TAA compliance simplifies purchasing for federal, state, and local government agencies, meeting specific acquisition regulations.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports up to 0.8 Gbit/s (800 Mbps) data rates, facilitating efficient transfer for professional audio/video and data archiving tasks.
- Operational Continuity: Hot-swap capability allows for maintenance without system shutdown, minimizing disruption to critical business operations.
- Broad System Compatibility: Supports a wide range of Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, ensuring integration into almost any existing IT infrastructure.
This FireWire card is an essential component for organizations needing to maintain robust connectivity with legacy professional equipment while upgrading their computing infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
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2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
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What This Solves
Maintaining Legacy A/V Workflows
Production studios and media departments often possess high-value FireWire-enabled cameras, audio mixers, and external drives that are still critical for daily operations. This card enables modern workstations to interface directly with these legacy devices, preserving existing workflows and avoiding expensive equipment replacement.
Media production companies, educational institutions with A/V labs, corporate marketing departments
Government & Public Sector Compliance
Government agencies and public sector organizations must adhere to strict procurement regulations, including the Trade Agreements Act (TAA), for hardware purchases. The TAA-compliant PEX1394B3LP card ensures that IT departments can acquire necessary FireWire connectivity while meeting federal purchasing mandates.
Federal agencies, state and local government offices, public research institutions
Industrial Equipment Integration
Manufacturing plants and industrial facilities frequently rely on specialized machinery or diagnostic tools that utilize FireWire for data acquisition or control. This PCIe card provides the essential interface for connecting modern industrial PCs to these critical systems, ensuring continuous operation and data logging.
Industrial automation, quality control labs, specialized manufacturing facilities
Key Features
Adds 2 FireWire 800 (IEEE 1394b) and 1 FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) ports
Extends the operational life of valuable legacy FireWire peripherals, maximizing return on existing technology investments.
TAA compliant
Simplifies procurement for government and public sector organizations by meeting specific acquisition regulations.
Includes low-profile and full-size mounting brackets
Ensures versatile installation options for both small form factor and standard desktop or server chassis.
Texas Instruments XIO2213B chipset
Provides reliable and stable FireWire connectivity, minimizing compatibility issues and ensuring consistent data transfer.
Hot-swap capability
Allows for card replacement or maintenance without requiring a full system shutdown, reducing operational downtime.
Industry Applications
Media & Entertainment
Essential for studios and production houses to connect legacy professional video cameras, audio interfaces, and external storage for content creation and archiving.
Government & Public Sector
TAA compliance makes it suitable for government agencies needing to maintain existing FireWire-dependent equipment for data acquisition or specialized tasks.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Used in industrial settings to interface with older control systems, diagnostic tools, or specialized machinery that still utilizes FireWire for data transfer.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports the continued operation of legacy medical imaging devices or lab equipment that rely on FireWire for data capture and transfer to modern workstations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating systems are supported by the StarTech.com PEX1394B3LP FireWire card?
This card supports a broad range of operating systems, including Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2003/2008 R2/2012/2019, macOS 10.6 to 13.0, and various Linux distributions, ensuring wide compatibility.
Can this card be installed in both standard and small form factor computers?
Yes, the PEX1394B3LP includes both a low-profile bracket for small form factor PCs and an optional full-size bracket for installation in standard-sized PC cases, offering flexible deployment.
What is the maximum data transfer rate supported by this FireWire card?
The card supports a maximum data transfer rate of 0.8 Gbit/s (800 Mbps) via its FireWire 800 ports, enabling fast and efficient transfer for demanding applications.
Is this FireWire card compatible with older FireWire 400 devices?
Yes, the card includes one FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) port, ensuring full compatibility with older FireWire 400 devices in addition to its two FireWire 800 ports.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.