StarTech.com PEXUSB314A2V2 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 2 PCIe Card 10Gbps Dual Chip
The StarTech.com PEXUSB314A2V2 PCIe card instantly adds four 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports to your desktop, significantly enhancing data transfer speeds for high-performance peripherals and improving workflow efficiency.
- High-Speed Connectivity: Delivers 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 performance, accelerating large file transfers and reducing wait times for critical business operations.
- Dual Controller Architecture: Features dual ASM3142 controllers for up to 20Gbps total bandwidth, ensuring stable and fast data flow across all four ports simultaneously.
- PCIe 3.0 x4 Interface: Utilizes a robust PCIe 3.0 x4 slot, providing ample bandwidth to prevent bottlenecks and maintain peak performance for demanding applications.
- Broad OS Compatibility: Supports Windows, Windows Server, macOS, and Linux, enabling flexible deployment across diverse IT environments without compatibility concerns.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com PEXUSB314A2V2 is a high-performance PCIe expansion card engineered to upgrade existing desktop systems with four SuperSpeed USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, each capable of 10Gbps data transfer. This card integrates dual ASMedia ASM3142 controllers, providing a total shared bandwidth of 20Gbps to handle multiple high-demand peripherals efficiently.
Designed for operational reliability, this card features UASP support for optimized data throughput and includes an internal SATA 15-pin power connector to ensure stable power delivery to connected devices. Its broad compatibility with Windows, Windows Server, macOS, and Linux operating systems makes it a versatile solution for diverse business IT infrastructures.
- Accelerated Data Transfer: Provides four USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports at 10Gbps, drastically cutting down transfer times for large datasets and improving employee productivity.
- Enhanced Peripheral Support: Enables reliable connection of high-bandwidth devices like external SSDs, 4K webcams, and specialized industrial equipment, expanding workstation capabilities.
- Stable Power Delivery: Includes a SATA 15-pin power connector, ensuring consistent and sufficient power for all connected USB devices to prevent data loss or disconnections.
- Optimized System Performance: Features UASP support, reducing CPU utilization during data transfers and freeing up system resources for other critical business applications.
- Long-Term Reliability: Boasts a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 40,000 hours, ensuring sustained operation and minimizing the risk of unexpected hardware failures.
This PCIe USB card is a strategic upgrade for any business seeking to boost workstation performance and extend the lifespan of existing computing assets.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
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What This Solves
High-Speed Data Archiving
Businesses frequently need to back up or transfer large volumes of data, such as video surveillance footage, CAD files, or database backups, to external storage devices. This card provides four 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, drastically reducing the time required for these critical data operations. This ensures that data archiving processes are completed quickly, minimizing system downtime and allowing employees to resume their primary tasks faster, thereby boosting overall operational efficiency.
Small businesses with growing data needs, mid-market companies managing large datasets, IT departments performing regular backups
Specialized Peripheral Connectivity
Many professional environments utilize specialized USB peripherals like high-resolution cameras, industrial control devices, or advanced medical instruments that demand consistent, high-bandwidth connections. Standard USB ports often fall short, leading to performance issues. The PEXUSB314A2V2 delivers dedicated 10Gbps bandwidth per port with dual controllers, ensuring these critical peripherals operate at peak performance without interruption or data loss, supporting specialized workflows.
Engineering firms, healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, media production studios
Workstation Upgrade & Longevity
Replacing an entire workstation due to outdated I/O capabilities can be a significant capital expenditure for businesses, especially when the core CPU and RAM remain sufficient. This leads to unnecessary hardware refresh cycles. This PCIe card offers a cost-effective solution to extend the useful life of existing desktop PCs by upgrading them to modern 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2 standards, delaying costly full system replacements and optimizing IT budgets.
Growing offices, budget-conscious IT departments, companies with standardized workstation fleets
Key Features
Four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports
Expands workstation connectivity with 10Gbps ports, enabling rapid data transfer for high-performance peripherals and reducing workflow bottlenecks.
Dual ASMedia ASM3142 Controllers
Provides up to 20Gbps of total shared bandwidth, ensuring stable and efficient data flow even when multiple high-speed devices are in use.
PCIe 3.0 x4 Host Interface
Leverages ample motherboard bandwidth to support full 10Gbps speeds on all ports, preventing I/O bottlenecks and maintaining system responsiveness.
UASP Support
Optimizes data transfer protocols for compatible devices, significantly improving throughput and reducing CPU overhead during large file operations.
Internal SATA 15-pin Power Connector
Ensures stable and sufficient power delivery to all connected USB devices, preventing disconnections or data corruption due to power fluctuations.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
This card supports high-speed data acquisition from industrial sensors and cameras, crucial for real-time process monitoring and quality control in manufacturing environments.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices use this card to accelerate the transfer of large case files and financial documents to external storage, enhancing data management efficiency.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Medical labs and clinics deploy this card in workstations to facilitate rapid data transfer from diagnostic equipment and imaging devices, improving patient data processing.
Media & Entertainment
Studios and content creators integrate this card into editing workstations for faster access to large video and audio files on external SSDs, streamlining post-production workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum data transfer speed I can expect from this card?
This card supports USB 3.2 Gen 2, providing a maximum data transfer rate of 10 Gbit/s (10,000 Mbps) per port. This speed is ideal for external SSDs and other high-bandwidth peripherals.
Does this PCIe card require additional power?
Yes, the card includes an internal SATA 15-pin power connector. It must be connected to your computer's power supply to ensure stable power delivery to all four USB ports and connected devices.
Is this card compatible with older USB devices?
Yes, the USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports are backward compatible with USB 3.0 (USB 3.2 Gen 1), USB 2.0, and USB 1.1 devices, allowing you to connect a wide range of existing peripherals.
What operating systems are supported by the PEXUSB314A2V2?
This card offers broad compatibility, supporting Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, various macOS versions from 10.13 to 13.0, and Linux operating systems.
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.