Startech 16 Port PCI Express Serial Card

High-Speed PCIe Serial Card | Expansion module | PCIe 1.1 low profile | RS-232 x 2 | yellow

MPN PEX16S550LP
Manufacturer StarTech.com
QuickCode 1371316
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£321.70 inc VAT
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Main Specification

Product Description Startech 16 Port PCI Express Serial Card - High-Speed PCIe Serial Card - expansion module - PCIe 1.1 - RS-232 x 2
Device Type Expansion module
Form Factor Plug-in card - low profile
Interface (Bus) Type PCI Express 1.1 x1
PCI Specification Revision PCIe 1.1
Ports RS-232 x 2
Dimensions (WxDxH) 2.2 cm x 16.77 cm x 6.8 cm
Weight 70 g
Data Link Protocol RS-232
Data Transfer Rate 921.6 Kbps
Colour Yellow
System Requirements Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux 2.6.x to 4.2.x LTS versions

General

Device Type Expansion module
Form Factor Plug-in card - low profile
Interface (Bus) Type PCI Express 1.1 x1
PCI Specification Revision PCIe 1.1

Networking

Ports RS-232 x 2
Connectivity Technology Wired
Data Link Protocol RS-232
Data Transfer Rate 921.6 Kbps

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces 2 x RS-232 - 68 PIN VHDCI (Mini-Centronics)

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories Low-profile bracket
Cables Included 2 x VHDCI to 8 x DB-9 cable (external)
Compliant Standards FCC, RoHS, WEEE, RCM
Colour Yellow

Software / System Requirements

OS Required Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux 2.6.x to 4.2.x LTS versions

Dimensions & Weight

Width 2.2 cm
Depth 16.77 cm
Height 6.8 cm
Weight 70 g

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature 0 °C
Max Operating Temperature 55 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Product features

Add 16 RS232 ports through one PCIe slot

You can install the serial card to add 16 high-performance DB9 RS232 serial ports from a single PCIe slot. With two breakout cables of 8 ports each, the PCIe serial card maximizes the density of DB9 RS232 ports on a server or desktop computer. It's ideal for system upgrades in a wide range of applications, including manufacturing equipment, POS equipment, security devices such as surveillance cameras, and environment or building control systems. The serial card is compliant with PCI Express 1.0a specification, and it's compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x and 16x PCI Express slots.

High-speed serial communication

The PCIe serial card delivers high-performance, high-speed serial communication, with support for data transfer rates of up to 921.6 Kbps.

Easy installation

The serial card is easy to install and configure, and compatible with a broad range of Windows and Linux operating systems. The card features IRQ sharing and supports plug-and-play serial device connections, which makes it convenient and easy to connect serial devices. It includes a low-profile bracket (installed), and a full-profile bracket (included in the package), making it compatible with both low profile and full profile PC chassis slots. The PEX16S550LP is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Key selling points
  • 16 DB9 RS232 ports from a single PCIe slot
  • Enables high-speed serial communication with data transfer rates up to 921.6 Kbps
  • Low Profile bracket installed and Standard (Full) bracket included
  • Fully compliant with PCI Express 1.0a/1.1 specification, compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x PCIe bus
  • /-15kV ESD protection
  • Selectable power output (5V or 12V ) on pin 9 for the serial port
  • Data Bits: 5, 6, 7, or 8-bit characters
  • Windows and Linux support
  • Hex nuts included for optional screw or nut DB9 interface
References

MPN: PEX16S550LP

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