Adorama.com: Controller cards
The Best
StarTech 2 Port IEEE 1284 PCI Express/PCI-e Parallel Adapter Card
81.99 USD
The PEX2PECP2 2 Port PCI Express Parallel Adapter Card - EPP/ECP/SPP/PS2 parallel card adds two IEEE1284 parallel ports to your PC, with support for parallel data communication at speeds of up to 1.5 Mbps.This high performance 2 Port PCI Express parallel card adds 2 DB25 parallel ports, perfect for connectingprinters, scanners, memory card readers, bar code scanners and more.• Supports Standard Parallel Port(SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port(EPP), Enhanced Capability Port(ECP) and PS/2• Data transfer rate up to 1.5 Mbps• Standard and low-profile brackets included With the added convenience of plugand-playcapability, installing the parallel adapter card is hassle-free. The PCIe Parallel card also includes bothstandard and half-height/low profile mounting brackets for compatibility with almost any system form factor.Backed by a StarTech Lifetime Warranty and free lifetime technical support. Applications • Connects any parallel peripheral including printers, scanners, CD-R/RWs, Zip drives and memory card readers Advantage • Standard and low profile bracket included allowing install into almost any system• Use existing parallel devices with PCI Express systems saving the cost and hassle of upgrading peripherals to work with newer systems• Supports SPP, EPP, ECP and PS/2 communication modes for maximum compatibility with your parallel peripherals
Top
StarTech M.2 NGFF SSD to 2.5" SATA III Adapter with Protective Housing
38.99 USD
Vastly increase system performance by replacing your 2.5" SATA hard drive with an M.2 solid state drive, using the SAT2M2NGFF25 M.2 SSD to SATA adapter. The M.2 to SATA adapter features an enclosed housing that adds protection to your NGFF (Next Generation Form Factor) SSD. The added protection gives you the peace of mind to confidently use your M.2 drive in applications that require an added level of durability such as hot-swap drive bays or external SATA docking stations.• Protect your M.2 (NGFF) SSD in any 2.5in application with enclosed housing• Add M.2 SSD performance to any computer system by converting M.2 to SATA• Broad compatibility with support for the most common SATA M.2 SSDs (2242, 2260, 2280)• Support for SATA revision I/II/III (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gbps)• Supports 9.5mm or larger 2.5in SATA form factor housingUsing an M.2 SSD in place of a platter drive better utilizes the full potential of your SATA III controller, by reducing your data transfer bottleneck with file transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps -- an ideal solution for further increasing the performance of a Hyper Duo array. For wide compatibility with all of the common M.2 solid state drives, the SAT2M2NGFF25 supports multiple drive heights including: 2242, 2260, 2280.The SAT2M2NGFF25 is backed by a StarTech 2-year warranty and lifetime technical support. Applications • Access M.2 drives from an external source, such as a SATA drive enclosure or docking station• Retrieve/backup data from an M.2 (NGFF) drive with a standard SATA computer• Turn an unused M.2 drive into a regular 2.5in SATA solid state drive• Use an M.2 in any 2.5in SATA application Advantage • Added protection for your SSD with enclosed housing• Maximize system performance by replacing you 2.5in SATA platter drive with an M.2 SSD• Broad compatibility with support for the most common M.2 NGFF SSD heights (2242, 2260, 2280)
Excellent
StarTech 1 Port PCI Express Dual Profile Parallel Adapter Card
35.99 USD
What you're looking at is the PEX1P PCIe Parallel Adapter card, a versatile solution designed to be installed in a PCI Express (PCIe) slot. This enables you to connect EPP/ECP parallel peripherals to any computer system, expanding your device's functionality. Built on a native single-chip design (Oxford OXPCIe952), this adapter leverages the full potential of PCI Express, guaranteeing optimal performance and reliability.This high-performance SPP/EPP/ECP parallel card introduces an additional DB25 parallel port to your system. It's an ideal solution for connecting a wide range of devices such as printers, scanners, CD-R/RW drives, memory card readers, and bar code scanners. The plug and play capability of this parallel adapter card ensures a hassle-free installation process, making it a user-friendly choice.The PCIe Parallel Adapter card comes with both standard and half-height/low profile mounting brackets, making it adaptable to almost any system. It fully supports the existing Centronics interface and is compliant with the PCI Express Base Specification 1.0a, PCI 2.2, and PCI Power Management 1.0.The key advantage of this card is its ability to integrate with existing parallel devices, saving you the cost and inconvenience of upgrading peripherals to work with newer systems. It supports SPP, EPP, and ECP communication modes, ensuring maximum compatibility with your parallel peripherals. Whether you need to connect printers, scanners, CD-R/RWs, Zip drives, or memory card readers, this adapter card has you covered.
Recommended
StarTech Bi-Directional SATA IDE Adapter Converter
34.99 USD
The PATA2SATA3 is a bi-directional SATA IDE adapter/converter that lets you connect a Serial ATA drive to alegacy IDE port or an IDE drive to a SATA motherboard port. A cost-effective solution for upgrading existing IDE systems to support SATA hard drives or optical drives, the SATA/IDE adapter eliminates the expense of having to purchase a controller card while saving the expansion slot that would be required for card installation. In addition to SATA hard drive installation, the adapter can be reversed in order to connect older IDE drives to anewer SATA-enabled motherboard, making it easy to retrieve old files from a previous system.• Bi-Directional support for IDE-to-SATA or SATA-to-IDE communication• Compatible with PATA (IDE) 100/133 MBps hard devices• Compatible with SATA revision 1/2/3 (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gbps) devices• Supports SATA/IDE ATAPI devices, such as CD/DVD optical drives• Fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0a specifications, with transfer rates up to 1.5 Gbps• Compatible with Master/Slave/Cable Select modes for IDE devices• No driver or software required Applications • Connect newer SATA drives to an older motherboard with only IDE support• Connect an old IDE drive to a new SATA only motherboard to recover the data• Technicians who regularly need to work with both types of drives across different types of systems Advantage • A single, versatile adapter can be used to connect an IDE device to a SATA motherboard or vice-versa without any drivers or software installation• Supports not only hard drives, but CD/DVD optical drives as well• Backed by a StarTech 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support
Featured
StarTech SSD RAID Controller Card with 2x M.2 NGFF and 2x SATA III Ports
87.99 USD
What sets this SSD RAID Controller Card apart is its ability to seamlessly integrate two M.2 NGFF (Next Generation Form Factor) drives and two SATA III (6Gbps) ports into your desktop computer. This advanced piece of hardware is designed to enhance your system's performance by combining the speed and compactness of M.2 solid state drives (SSD) with the ample storage capacity of traditional hard disk drives (HDD).This high-quality controller card allows you to add two M.2 SSDs and two SATA III drives to your desktop, thereby increasing its storage capacity and performance. It supports a variety of RAID configurations including RAID 0, 1, and 10 (1+0), offering you multiple ways to expand your storage, improve your computer's performance, or create data redundancy backups.The card's wide installation compatibility supports virtually all M.2 NGFF drives (22110, 2280, 2260, 2242, 2230), as well as hybrid drives. Its port multiplier feature allows you to connect up to seven drives in total, including two M.2 drives. Equipped with two M.2 B-Key onboard sockets, this controller card supports SATA III transfer speeds up to 6Gbps. Its adjustable stand-offs and multiple mounting holes accommodate SSDs of various sizes including 110 mm, 80 mm, 60 mm, 42 mm, and 30 mm. This efficient and reliable SSD RAID Controller Card is compliant with PCI Express 2.0 standards and supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ), as well as ATA and ATAPI commands. It can be powered by the PCIe bus or your computer's power supply using a 4-pin floppy power connector. Designed for easy installation, this card fits into x4, x8, or x16 PCIe slots and comes with a full-profile bracket. A low-profile (half-height bracket) is also included for installation in small form-factor computers. Whether you're looking to increase the internal storage capacity of your standard or small form-factor computer, create a RAID array for data redundancy and increased storage, or recover data from an M.2 SSD, this SSD RAID Controller Card is a versatile and high-performance solution. Please note that the maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface, and only one SATA port can use the port multiplier at a time, with up to four drives total connected through PM in a non-RAID configuration.
Alternative
StarTech 2 Port PCI Express 2.0 SATA III 6Gbps RAID Controller Card
80.49 USD
From enhancing your computer's storage capacity to boosting its overall speed, the PEXMSATA3422 PCI Express SATA Card is an essential tool for any tech-savvy user. This high-performance card offers multiple 6 Gbps SATA connections, allowing you to connect high-performance SSDs (Solid State Drives) and hard drives in a HyperDuo RAID array. With the ability to add two mSATA slots and two SATA III ports to your computer through a single PCIe x4 slot, this card is a powerhouse of functionality. It supports HyperDuo SSD auto-tiering, a feature that seamlessly merges SSD performance with HDD capacity, giving you the best of both worlds. The PEXMSATA3422 PCI Express SATA Card is fully compliant with SATA 3.0 specifications and is backward compatible with SATA I/II (1.5/3.0Gbps) drives. It supports hardware RAID 0 and 1 modes, and is compliant with PCI Express 2.0 standards. For ease of use, this card offers simple HyperDuo configuration via card BIOS or an intuitive GUI console (Windows only). It supports the TRIM command with compatible SSD and Operating System, as well as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and ATA/ATAPI commands. The card comes with on-board latching mSATA slots, allowing for easy SSD installation with no screws required. It is configured with a standard profile bracket and includes a low-profile/half-height bracket for installation in small form-factor computers. Featuring HyperDuo technology, this SATA card offers SSD auto-tiering, balancing the performance advantages of SSD storage with the cost-effectiveness and large capacity of standard hard drives. By combining SSD and HDD drives into a single volume (up to 3 SSD + 1 HDD), HyperDuo works in the background to identify and move frequently accessed files to the faster SSD drive(s) for improved data throughput - up to 80% of SSD performance! This versatile RAID controller card helps to relieve the internal space constraints often associated with multi-drive configurations by allowing you to install two mSATA SSDs directly to the card via convenient, latching slots. With dual mSATA slots, as well as two internal SATA ports, the card offers an effective hardware RAID solution, with native RAID (0, 1) support. The PCIe SATA controller also offers Port Multiplier (PM) support, so you can connect multiple SATA drives to just one port, for a total of 7 drives (up to 4 drives through PM on one port, plus a single drive to the other SATA port and two mSATA slots). Whether you're looking to optimize your system for I/O intensive applications such as office suites, photo/video editing, and media players, or you need to upgrade an older PCIe-based system to SATA 6Gbps capability to better utilize faster SATA drives, the PEXMSATA3422 PCI Express SATA Card is the perfect solution. Please note: The HyperDuo automatic storage tiering feature is compatible with computers that use a BIOS. The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the bus interface. Only one port can use the Port Multiplier...
StarTech PCI Express to 2 PCI & 2 PCIe Expansion Full Length Enclosure System
567.99 USD
You can effortlessly enhance your computer's I/O potential with the PEX2PCIE4L PCI/PCI Express Expansion Chassis, a robust and versatile solution for nearly any PCIe-enabled system. This high-quality expansion bay is designed to facilitate the quick and simple addition of PCI and PCIe cards to a server, workstation, or even to provide a flexible platform for swapping cards between mobile and desktop setups. Crafted with durable, rugged steel, the enclosure is built to withstand the rigorous demands of industrial and server environments, ensuring a reliable performance. It offers two PCI ports (32-bit/33 MHz) and two PCIe single-lane ports (250MBps), all within a self-powered system that includes a convenient on/off button for managing the power state of your connected cards.The PEX2PCIE4L is not only user-friendly but also supports both 5V and 3.3V add-in full-length cards, adhering to PCI 2.3 and PCIe 1.1 specifications. It also boasts advanced error reporting with ECRC support, and can accommodate add-in cards with extended lengths of up to 38cm.By connecting to your host computer through a single PCI Express connection, the external expansion chassis seamlessly integrates with your system, allowing it to operate as if the expansion cards were directly attached to the motherboard. This integration provides a total bandwidth of up to 250MBps from the PCIe x1 host controller card.The enclosure system is compact enough to support small form-factor computers and includes a low-profile/half-height bracket for easy installation. It's an ideal solution for system testers and engineers who frequently interchange PCI or PCIe I/O cards, as well as for expanding the PCI and PCIe I/O capabilities of existing systems. For laptops that require PCI support, an optional EC2PCI adapter cable is available for purchase.Choose the PEX2PCIE4L for its compatibility with a wide range of systems and its space-saving design, making it an indispensable tool for enhancing your computer's functionality and performance.
StarTech PCI Express to PCI Adapter Card
65.99 USD
Discover the seamless integration of legacy technology with modern systems using the PCI Express to PCI Adapter Card. This innovative device allows you to utilize low profile PCI expansion cards in a server or desktop motherboard PCI Express slot. Fully compliant with PCI Express Specification 1.0a and PCI Specification 2.2, this adapter card ensures reliable and efficient performance.The adapter card connects through a PCIe 1x slot, providing a low profile PCI slot in its place. It includes a spare full-size bracket for PCI Express cards, making it versatile for use in larger desktop or server PCI Express slots. The unique bracket design adapts and secures the existing half-height or low profile bracket of the PCI Card, ensuring a secure and stable connection.With a PCI Express base spec 1.0a compliance, this adapter card supports up to 250MBps of available bandwidth. It also includes an LP4 Power Connector for Universal Voltage PCI Cards (3.3V/5V), making it compatible with a wide range of devices. Compliant with PCI Express to PCI/PCI-X Bridge spec 1.0, this adapter card requires no driver or software installation, offering a plug-and-play solution.This versatile adapter card converts PCIe to PCI or PCI-X, and its built-on LP4 power connector links the card to the computer power supply. This allows you to install universal voltage PCI cards (3.3V/5V), extending the usability of older or extra PCI Bus cards in newer PCIe capable systems.Ideal for use with older PCI-based cards on new PCI Express-enabled computer systems, this adapter card also allows you to install a low profile/half-height PCI card into a full profile PCI Express system. This is particularly useful for industrial and legacy PCI cards that may be hard to find or too costly to replace.The unique bracket design allows a low profile/half-height PCI card to work seamlessly in a PCI Express-based expansion slot. Backed by a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, this PCI Express to PCI Adapter Card offers a reliable and cost-effective solution for integrating older technology into modern systems.
StarTech Internal SATA to Dual SATA HDD RAID Controller Card
55.99 USD
Under the umbrella of high-performance data storage solutions, the StarTech Internal SATA to Dual SATA HDD RAID Controller Card stands out. This reliable and efficient hardware component allows you to connect two SATA hard drives to a single SATA connector on your motherboard, creating a robust hardware RAID array. The durable RAID adapter is equipped with an integrated hardware RAID controller, offering support for JBOD, BIG, RAID 0, and RAID 1 configurations. This versatility enables you to achieve enhanced drive capacity, secure data redundancy, and improved system performance, making it an ideal choice for users seeking a user-friendly yet powerful data storage solution.Included in the package are two SATA cables, providing everything you need for a hassle-free installation. The design of this HDD adapter is focused on simplicity and efficiency, allowing for direct mounting to your drive without the need for additional hardware or software installation.The StarTech Internal SATA to Dual SATA HDD RAID Controller Card is compatible with all leading operating systems, including Microsoft Windows (8/7/Vista/XP/Server 2008/Server 2003), Apple OSX (10.9/10.8/10.7/10.6), Linux, and Google Chrome OS. This ensures seamless integration with your existing computer system.To fully harness the speed potential of your SATA III hard drives, this HDD RAID controller supports SATA III for transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps when paired with a compatible controller. This feature, coupled with the ability to support a maximum drive capacity of up to 4TB, makes this RAID controller card a superior choice for managing large volumes of data.
StarTech 2-Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Card with USB-A Connectors
58.99 USD
It's time to elevate your computer's connectivity with the cutting-edge 2-Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Card with USB-A Connectors. Designed to usher in the next generation of USB performance, this card is a robust solution for both internal and external USB needs. With a dual-port configuration, it offers one internal and one external Type-A connector, delivering a combined bandwidth of up to 10Gbps for rapid data transfer and efficient operation.Experience the efficiency of high-speed data transfer with this card's ability to move files and access USB 3.1 devices swiftly, both inside and outside your computer case. The internal SATA power connector ensures that power-hungry devices receive the energy they need, directly from your computer's power supply, enhancing the performance of connected peripherals.This card is not only fast but also versatile. It is backward compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0 devices, ensuring a seamless integration with your existing equipment. The integrated SATA power connector supports high-powered USB devices, making it an ideal choice for large external storage solutions.Installation is user-friendly and efficient, with native support from many operating systems and a dual-profile design that fits into standard or low-profile systems. The card comes equipped with a full-profile bracket and includes a low-profile (half-height) bracket for installation in small form-factor computers.For those who require secure internal connectivity, the internal USB Type-A connector is perfect for devices like front-bay SD card readers or interface devices for external wireless peripherals. The external port caters to any USB Type-A device, from external hard drives to wired peripherals, ensuring reliable and durable connections.By leveraging the PCIe x4 interface compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Revision 3.0, this card ensures efficient and reliable performance. It is also compliant with UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) Revision 1.0 and the Universal Serial Bus 3.1 Specification Revision 1.0, as well as the Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0.Whether you're upgrading an older PCIe-equipped desktop, securing a USB device within your computer case, expanding your system's USB capabilities, or building a new PC, this card is an essential component. It's ideal for tasks that demand high bandwidth, such as file backups, video editing, and data recovery.Choose this 2-Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) Card with USB-A Connectors for a durable, high-speed, and reliable addition to your technology arsenal. It's a user-friendly and efficient solution that ensures your system is equipped for the demands of modern USB devices.
StarTech 2 Port PCI SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA Power
73.99 USD
The Startech 2-Port PCI to USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA Power, model PCIUSB3S22, is a high-speed, efficient solution for connecting USB 3.0 peripherals to your PC via a legacy PCI host bus. This versatile card is designed to double the data transfer speeds when paired with USB 3.0 peripherals, reaching up to an impressive 1.3 Gbps, which is significantly faster than a USB 2.0 host connection.This durable adapter card is equipped with two external SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, each capable of supplying up to 900mA of power to USB 3.0 bus-powered devices. This ensures reliable performance for your connected devices, from external hard drives to printers.The card also features an optional SATA power connection, enhancing its versatility and efficiency. This feature allows each port to provide ample power to your USB 3.0 devices, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operation.Designed to support a legacy PCI host connection, this adapter card offers updated peripheral connectivity without the need to upgrade to a PCIe-equipped motherboard or rely on the backward compatibility of USB 3.0 peripherals. It is compliant with USB 3.0 base specification 1.0, XHCI specification 0.95, and PCI Specification 3.0, ensuring it meets industry standards for performance and compatibility.The Startech 2-Port PCI to USB 3.0 Adapter Card is also backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x devices, making it a versatile addition to any computer setup. It includes a Low Profile/Half-Height installation bracket, making it suitable for installation in both Small Form Factor cases and full-profile systems.Whether you're looking to connect USB 3.0 peripherals to a legacy PC through a PCI slot or expand your system's capabilities with additional external USB ports, this reliable and efficient adapter card is an excellent choice.
StarTech 4 Port PCI SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Adapter Card with SATA and SP4 Power, Red
76.99 USD
How can you keep your older PCI-based system relevant in the era of rapid technological advancements The answer lies in the PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI to USB 3.0 Card. This high-performance adapter card breathes new life into legacy PCI slots by enabling them to support the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 standard. With this card, you can achieve data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, significantly enhancing your system's performance.The PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI to USB 3.0 Card is not just about speed; it's about power too. It features an optional SATA power connector, allowing each USB port to deliver up to 900mA of power to connected USB 3.0 devices. This makes it suitable for powering even the most energy-demanding devices.This versatile USB 3.0 adapter card is a perfect solution for computers with only PCI expansion slots remaining. It ensures your system stays up-to-date with the latest USB technology. Moreover, it's backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices, making it a future-proof investment that will support not only any upcoming USB 3.0 devices but also your existing older devices.The PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI USB 3.0 Card is compliant with USB 3.0 base specification 1.0, XHCI specification 0.95, and PCI Specification 3.0. It also includes a low profile/half-height installation bracket, making it suitable for installation in both standard-sized and small form factor computers.Whether you're looking to add USB 3.0 capabilities to an older PCI-based system, expand your system's capabilities by adding external USB ports, or enable SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data communication for external storage devices and audio/video devices, the PCIUSB3S4 4-Port PCI to USB 3.0 Card is the ideal solution. It's more than just an adapter card; it's a tool to keep your system performing at its best in the fast-paced digital world.
StarTech 2 Port PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card with UASP Support
46.99 USD
Enhance your computer's connectivity and performance with the 2 Port PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card with UASP Support. This robust and reliable expansion card provides your PC with one internal and one external USB 3.0 port, enabling you to connect a wide range of devices for lightning-fast data transfer speeds. With its durable construction and compact design, this user-friendly card fits seamlessly into a PCI Express slot, instantly upgrading your system's capabilities.The card features a native NEC PCI Express host controller chipset, ensuring high-speed data transfers with the USB 3.0 standard, which supports rates of up to 5Gbps. This is a tenfold increase over USB 2.0's 480Mbps and a significant leap from USB 1.1's 12Mbps. The backward compatibility ensures that your older devices will still work smoothly, while the internal USB 3.0 connection offers versatility for internal storage solutions or front-bay hubs.UASP support elevates this card's performance further, allowing for up to 70% faster transfer speeds when paired with UASP-enabled enclosures, compared to traditional USB 3.0. This efficiency is achieved by optimizing transfer commands, reducing wait times significantly for data transfers. The optional SATA power connector is a testament to the card's user-friendly design, providing up to 900mA of power per port for bus-powered USB 3.0 devices, ensuring reliable performance even for power-hungry devices.Fully compliant with USB 3.0 revision 1.0 and Intel XHCI rev0.96 specifications, this card is also PCI Express 2.0 compliant. It supports all USB transfer speeds, including Super Speed (5Gbps), High Speed (480Mbps), Full Speed (12Mbps), and Low Speed (1.5Mbps), and is hot-swapping and plug-and-play compliant. The card also adheres to the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification revision 1.2 and fully supports Control, Bulk, Interrupt, and Isochronous Transfer types.With UASP support for Windows 8, Server 2012, and Linux kernel 2.6.3 or later, the card's performance is further enhanced, showing a significant reduction in processor resources required during peak performance. This makes the 2 Port PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card with UASP Support a versatile and efficient solution for connecting a variety of USB 3.0 peripherals, from external hard drives to audio/video devices, ensuring swift and reliable data transfer for your computing needs.
StarTech 2S1P PCI Express Serial Parallel Card with Breakout Cable
32.12 USD
Before diving into the details, let's introduce the PEX2S1P553B 2S1P PCI Express Serial Parallel Combo Card with Breakout Cable. This high-quality, durable card is designed to combine the functionality of both Parallel and Serial cards. It adds two RS232 serial ports and one parallel port through a single PCI Express (PCIe) slot, making it a reliable and compact solution for your connectivity needs.This user-friendly card is suitable for almost any computer, thanks to its low profile/half-height design. It also includes an optional full-height bracket for added versatility. The included breakout cable uses a single connector on the card to deliver three ports, effectively avoiding the crowded connections that can occur with fixed/static ports.The PEX2S1P553B card is compatible with a broad range of operating systems, including DOS, Windows 7/Server 2008 R2/Vista/XP/Server 2003/2000/98SE (32/64 bit), Linux, and Mac OS X. This ensures that it can seamlessly integrate into your existing setup, regardless of your operating system.One of the standout features of this card is its native single-chip design. This design not only provides improved speed and reliability but also reduces the CPU load by as much as 48% over conventional (bridge chip) cards. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking to optimize their system's performance.The card supports parallel data transfer rates up to 1.5 Mbps and serial data transfer rates up to 250 Kbps per port. It's compatible with the industrial standard 16C450/16C550 UART and supports (SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP), and Enhanced Capability Port(ECP). It's also PCI Express Base Specification 1.0a compliant and features an on-chip 256-byte depth FIFO in the transmit/receive path of each port.Whether you're looking to connect legacy parallel and serial devices like printers, scanners, ISDN terminal adapters, CD-R/RWs, Zip drives, and memory card readers, or you're in industries such as manufacturing, point-of-sale, healthcare, security, environmental control, entertainment, hospitality/restaurant, consumer, or ISDN Networking, the PEX2S1P553B 2S1P PCI Express Serial Parallel Combo Card with Breakout Cable is a versatile solution that can meet your needs.
StarTech 4 Port Native PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16550 UART
112.99 USD
If you're seeking a solution to expand your PC's connectivity, the PEX4S553 4-Port Native PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16550 UART is an ideal choice. This high-performance adapter card allows you to add four RS232 (DB9) serial ports using just a single PCI Express expansion slot, enhancing your computer's functionality without overloading your CPU.The PEX4S553 is engineered with a native single-chip design, which optimizes the full potential of PCI Express (PCIe) technology. This design significantly reduces the CPU load by up to 48% compared to conventional bridge-chip serial cards, ensuring smoother and more efficient operations.This 4-port serial adapter card is equipped with a 256-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver, supporting high-speed data transfer rates of up to 128000bps. It also features a built-in 16C450/550 compatible UART, compliant with the PCI Express Base Specification 1.1, ensuring reliable and consistent performance.The PEX4S553 comes with four half-height/low-profile brackets, making it versatile enough to be installed in virtually any PC case, regardless of its form factor. This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for various applications, including POS retail systems, bank teller workstations, self-service automated machines, ATMs, and surveillance systems.Whether you're managing keyboards, cash drawers, receipt printers, card readers, scales, touchscreens, or security cameras, this 4-port serial adapter card offers the robust functionality and reliable performance you need. Please note that this product description does not include warranty, price, or availability information.
StarTech 1394 PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter
70.99 USD
Enhance your computer's connectivity with the 3 Port 2b 1a 1394 PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter. This high-quality and durable adapter is designed with a low-profile bracket, making it an ideal fit for small form factor PCs. It also includes an optional full-size bracket for seamless installation in standard-sized PC cases. The FireWire card can be effortlessly installed in a PCIe slot, adding two IEEE1394b (FireWire 800 - 9 pin) ports and one IEEE1394a (FireWire 400 - 6 pin) port to your system. This efficient and reliable adapter offers broad compatibility with a multitude of FireWire devices, including DV camcorders, external hard drives, and digital cameras, making it a versatile addition to your tech arsenal. The 3 Port 2b 1a 1394 PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter features a native (single chip) PCI Express chipset. This design ensures faster, more reliable, and cost-effective performance compared to expansion cards that utilize a "bridge" chip. With the ability to add three FireWire ports to a standard or small form factor (SFF) computer, this user-friendly adapter supports high-powered FireWire devices. Its native PCI Express chipset design guarantees a fast, reliable, and cost-effective FireWire expansion. Backed by a lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support, the 3 Port 2b 1a 1394 PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter is a reliable solution for enhancing your computer's connectivity and boosting your productivity.
StarTech 2 Port Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with 16550 UART
52.99 USD
An innovative solution for expanding your computer's connectivity, the PEX2S553LP Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card transforms a single PCI Express slot into two robust RS232 (DB9) serial connections. This high-performance card is engineered with a native single-chip design, allowing you to leverage the full potential of PCI Express (PCIe) technology. This design significantly reduces the CPU load by up to 48% compared to conventional bridge chip serial cards, enhancing your system's performance and reliability.This PCI Express Serial Card features one high-speed RS232 serial port, capable of data transfer rates up to 460.8 Kbps. It comes pre-configured with a half-height/low profile mounting bracket, making it an ideal choice for both standard and low-profile systems. An optional standard profile bracket is also included for added versatility.The card's advanced features include selectable power output on pin 9 for the serial port, automated out-of-band flow control using CTS/RTS and DSR/DTR, and automated in-band software flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions. It also boasts a 128-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver, ensuring smooth and efficient data transmission.The PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Windows 7/Server 2008 R2 (32 and 64-bit), and Linux Kernel 2.6.11 and up. This makes it a versatile solution for various applications, from self-service automated machines and kiosks to POS retail systems and ATM machines.Whether you need to control serial devices like scales, touchscreens, magnetic card readers, bar code scanners, receipt printers, label printers, or surveillance cameras, this PCI Express Serial Card offers a reliable and efficient solution. This product serves as a suitable replacement for the StarTech PEX2S552LP card.Experience the advantage of the native single-chip, single-lane PCI Express technology, and enjoy reduced CPU load and enhanced performance with the PEX2S553LP Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card. Its easy installation and user-friendly instructions save you time and hassle, making it an invaluable addition to your computer system.
StarTech 4 Port PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter
92.99 USD
Before you settle for less, consider the PEXUSB3S42V 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card, a high-speed, reliable solution for expanding your computer's connectivity. This compact and versatile card allows you to add four USB 3.0 ports with two dedicated 5 Gbps channels to your PCIe x4-enabled PC, enhancing your system's performance and versatility.Unlike traditional single bus USB 3.0 cards that share your maximum bandwidth between all ports, this card employs an independent port architecture. This design improves USB 3.0 performance by transferring data on two individual channels, resulting in faster file transfers and less wait time on data transfers. The PEXUSB3S42V 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card is enhanced with UASP support (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), allowing it to perform up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when paired with a UASP supported enclosure. This efficient protocol optimizes transfers by processing multiple commands simultaneously, significantly increasing transfer speeds.For high-power USB devices, this card includes an optional SATA or LP4 power connector to connect to your system power supply. It can deliver up to 900mA of power per port to USB 3.0 bus-powered devices (500mA for USB 2.0), ensuring your devices are adequately powered. The card also supports USB Battery Charging Specification 1.2 (Apple Mode only), enabling faster charging for compatible Apple devices. It maintains compliance with USB 3.0 standards while offering backward compatibility with existing USB 2.0 / 1.1 devices, making it a versatile addition to any setup.The USB 3.0 PCIe card comes equipped with a standard profile bracket and includes a low-profile/half-height bracket for installation in small form-factor computers. It also features a hot-swap feature, allowing you to connect/disconnect devices without powering down the system.Whether you're looking to upgrade an older PCIe-based system to USB 3.0 connectivity and UASP support, or expand the USB capabilities of your system with four external ports for connecting additional devices, the PEXUSB3S42V 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card is a durable and reliable choice.
Controller cards Adorama.com best products
StarTech 3 Port 2b 1a 1394 Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter
89.99 USD
Become a master of connectivity with the MPEX1394B3 3-Port Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter. This compact yet powerful device is a PCI Express to FireWire-800/FireWire-400 adapter, designed to enhance your system's external FireWire connectivity, even in very small form factor or embedded systems.The PCIe FireWire card is equipped with two FireWire-800 ports and one FireWire-400 port. These ports are designed to support the latest external FireWire storage devices, offering data transfer speeds of up to 800 Mbps and 400 Mbps respectively. This ensures rapid and efficient data transfer, making it an ideal solution for high-speed data requirements.This adapter card is compliant with PCI Express Mini Card specification 1.2, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of systems. It also offers optional external power support, making it suitable for high-powered FireWire devices. The MPEX1394B3 is compliant with IEEE 1394b and is backward compatible with IEEE 1394a - 2000 as well as 1394-1995 standards. This ensures that it can work seamlessly with a wide range of FireWire devices, both old and new. Featuring Plug-and-Play functionality and hot-swap compatibility, this adapter card is easy to install and use. It is designed in a Mini PCI Express (Mini Card) form factor, making it suitable for use in the latest very small form factor computer systems, such as Mini-ITX or custom embedded solutions where a full-sized PCI Express card would not fit.Whether you're a system builder creating a small form factor HTPC with external FireWire storage or A/V equipment, or you're working on custom embedded systems with no room for full or even low profile PCI Express cards, the MPEX1394B3 3-Port Mini PCI Express FireWire Card Adapter offers a compact and reliable solution. Please note: Ensure your computer case has an available expansion card slot before purchasing this product.
StarTech 4 Port RS232 Mini PCI Express Serial Card with 16650 UART, Green
117.99 USD
The MPEX4S952 4-Port RS232 Mini PCI Express Serial Card (16650 UART) turns a mini-PCIe slot into fourRS232 (DB9) serial ports with data rates up to 921.6 Kbps - a cost-saving solution for adding serial support to embedded systems missing the functionality. A native PCIe single-chip design enables you to take advantage of full PCI Express bus capability, by providing improved speed and reliability while reducing the load applied to the CPU by as much as 48% over conventional "bridge chip" serial cards .Backed by a StarTech Lifetime Warranty and free lifetime technical support.• Four high speed RS232 serial ports with data transfer rates up to 921.6 Kbps• High Performance 16650 UART• Includes 4x 30cm IDC to DB9 serial cables• 256-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver• Native single-chip, single lane PCI Express• In-band software flow control, using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions• Automated out-of-band hardware flow control using RTS/CTS• Compliant with PCI Express base specifications revision 1.1 Applications • Add serial ports to industrial embedded computers and systems• Add RS232 serial control to an embedded or slim media center/media server/all-in-one PC• Add RS232 serial ports to slimline POS systems Advantage • The smallest form factor available, for internally adding serial ports to any embedded system• Native single-chip design means up to 48% less load on your CPU which is critical for small embedded PCs that use low power, low MHz CPUs
StarTech 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card with 3 External and 1 Internal Ports
45.99 USD
Discover the power of enhanced connectivity with our 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card. This high-speed, versatile, and reliable solution offers you the ultimate in connection flexibility with three external ports and one internal port, expanding your computer's connectivity options. Designed to fit both standard and small form-factor computers, this durable USB 3.0 card comes with a low-profile bracket included, ensuring a seamless fit in any system. With data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, this high-speed card supports UASP for more efficient data transfers, offering around 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 when paired with a UASP-enabled enclosure.This user-friendly card is easy to install with native OS support in Windows 8.1, 8, 7, and Linux kernel 2.6.31 or later, ensuring you can get up and running quickly. The built-in optional SATA power connector provides up to 900mA per USB port, ensuring reliable power for your connected devices.Experience the convenience of having three external USB 3.0 ports at your disposal, allowing you to connect a range of devices such as tablets, external hard drives, and more. The card also features an internal USB port, perfect for securely connecting devices like flash drives inside your computer case.Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices means you won't have to worry about upgrading your existing devices, saving you both cost and hassle. Whether you're looking to enhance the connection capabilities of your PCI Express enabled computer or server, or connect external hard drives, tablets, smartphones, CD/DVD drives, webcams, or game controllers to your computer, this 4-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card is the perfect solution.
StarTech 4 Port PCI 1394a FireWire Adapter Card with Low Profile Bracket
33.99 USD
This 4 Port (3 External/1 Internal) PCI 1394 FireWire Adapter Card lets you connect iPods, MP3 players, portable drives, digital camcorders and more to your desktop computer. The FireWire adapter card supports hot-swapping, so you'll be able to plug, unplug and swap your FireWire peripherals with ease.Guaranteed to work with both PCs and Macs, the 4 port PCI FireWire Adapter Card is backed by StarTech's Lifetime Warranty and FREE LIFETIME tech support. Plus, the adapter provides both standard profile and low profile/half-height brackets for adapting to slimline or small form factor system applications. Note If you require digital video editing software, StarTech offers a complete FireWire kit with their PCI1394_4 card. This software is compatible with Windows operating systems only. WHQL Certified - Designed to work with Microsoft Windows XP• 3 external, 1 shared internal FireWire400 port, with supported data transfer rates up to 400 Mbps • Compliant with IEEE 1394a - 2000 as well as 1394-1995 standards • Includes Low Profile installation bracket • Plug-and-Play and hot-swap compatible Advantage • A shared internal FireWire port for connecting internal devices such as front panel card readers • Includes a Low Profile installation bracket for installing into small form factor (SFF) computers • Backed by a StarTech lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support Applications • Add a high-speed FireWire port to a full or small form factor desktop without any FireWire ports • Connect a digital camera to a desktop with a PCI slot to download photos and video • Connect a external FireWire hard drive or optical drive to a PCI-enabled system
Asus PCE-AX58BT AX3000 Dual-Band PCIe Wi-Fi / Bluetooth Combo Adapter
79.99 USD
From enhancing your desktop computer's wireless connectivity to providing a seamless online experience, the PCE-AX58BT AX3000 Dual-Band PCIe Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0 Combo Adapter is a game-changer. Powered by the advanced Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology and a broad 160 MHz bandwidth, this ASUS adapter delivers wireless speeds that outpace Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) devices by up to 2.7 times, even in crowded networks.This innovative adapter integrates the revolutionary OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies, ensuring an efficient and robust Wi-Fi connection for your PC. Please note that the PCE-AX58BT is compatible with the PCI-Express x1 standard and should be installed in a PCI-e x1 slot.The PCE-AX58BT is designed to upgrade your PC with OFDMA and MU-MIMO functionality instantly, enabling it to achieve peak Wi-Fi speeds, even when multiple devices are connected to Wi-Fi simultaneously. Thanks to MU-MIMO, multiple devices can transfer data simultaneously without waiting, enhancing your network's efficiency.Experience the power of the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology with the PCE-AX58BT. Simply slot this adapter into your PC for an instant upgrade, and enjoy up to 2X-faster transmit speeds and 4X-greater range. This upgrade allows you to enjoy wireless connectivity with a wide range of devices, including speakers, headphones, and game controllers, adding convenience and freedom to your digital life.The ASUS PCE-AX58BT comes with an external transceiver, allowing you to position the antennas outside of your PC chassis and adjust their angle for optimal signal reception and minimal interference. For enhanced security, the PCE-AX58BT is equipped with the latest WPA3 Wi-Fi security standard, providing your PC with an extra layer of protection against external attacks. This adapter supports the next-gen Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard for improved efficiency and throughput. It offers an ultrafast Wi-Fi speed of 3000 Mbps to handle even the busiest network with ease. With OFDMA and MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi 6 enables more efficient, stable, and faster transmission, even when multiple devices are transmitting data simultaneously. The Bluetooth 5.0 feature offers faster data transfer and wider coverage. The external antenna reduces dead zones, and the freestanding transceiver and connecting cable allow easy positioning for the best reception. With the PCE-AX58BT AX3000 Dual-Band PCIe Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0 Combo Adapter, you can enjoy a superior and secure wireless experience.
Synology M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD Adapter Card
99.99 USD
Overhaul your system's storage capabilities with the M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD Adapter Card, a robust and high-speed solution designed to enhance your NAS I/O performance exponentially. This adapter card is engineered to drastically diminish random I/O latency, which is especially beneficial for applications that demand quick data access, such as photo indexing, file searching, and virtualization environments.Crafted for those who seek to elevate their storage performance to new heights, the M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD Adapter Card is a compact, user-friendly, and reliable upgrade. It offers dual M.2 SSD slots that are compatible with both SATA and NVMe SSDs, enabling higher SSD read/write caching. This increased caching capability translates to accelerated data transfer speeds, ensuring that large files are moved swiftly and efficiently. Moreover, with the M2D18, you can reserve more primary drive bays for data storage, optimizing your system's overall storage configuration.The adapter card's versatility is one of its key advantages. It supports a wide array of form factors, including 2280, 2260, and 2242, which means you can choose from various SSD options without being restricted by vendor-specific limitations. This flexibility ensures that the M2D18 can adapt to a multitude of devices, making it a top choice for users who require a seamless and adaptable storage solution.Additionally, the M2D18 comes equipped with an attachable heatsink that plays a critical role in thermal management. By efficiently dispersing heat from the M.2 SSDs, the heatsink ensures that your system maintains stability and delivers exceptional performance, even under intense workloads.In summary, the M2D18 Dual M.2 SSD Adapter Card is an indispensable tool for anyone looking to upgrade their computer or server with additional M.2 SSD slots. Its durable construction, high-speed data transfer capabilities, and user-friendly design make it an excellent choice for enhancing your system's storage performance and reliability.
StarTech 1 Port Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card With 16550 UART
53.99 USD
The PEX1S553LP PCI Express Serial Card is a high-performance solution that transforms a PCI Express slot into a robust RS232 (DB9) serial connection. This advanced card is engineered with a native single chip design, allowing you to leverage the full potential of PCI Express (PCIe) technology. Remarkably, it reduces the CPU load by up to 48% compared to traditional bridge chip serial cards, enhancing system performance and reliability.This PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card boasts wide compatibility with an array of operating systems, including Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Windows 7/Server 2008 R2 (32 and 64 bit), and Linux Kernel 2.6.11 and up. It comes pre-installed with a low profile/half-height bracket, but also includes an optional full profile bracket. This flexibility enables you to add a serial port to virtually any computer, irrespective of the case form factor.The product is designed as a replacement for the PEX1S552LP card. It features one high-speed RS232 serial port with a data transfer rate of up to 460.8 Kbps. The card is equipped with a selectable power output on pin 9 for the serial port, and a 128-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver. It also supports automated out-of-band flow control using CTS/RTS and DSR/DTR, as well as automated in-band software flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions.The PEX1S553LP PCI Express Serial Card is compliant with PCI Express base specifications revision 1.1a. It is easy to install and use, coming with comprehensive step-by-step instructions to save you time and hassle.This versatile card finds applications in self-service automated machines and kiosks to control serial devices such as scales, touchscreens, magnetic card readers, bar code scanners, receipt printers, and label printers. It's also ideal for bank teller workstations, POS retail applications in grocery stores and other retail outlets, standard ATM automated teller machines, and for controlling multiple surveillance/security cameras in parking structures, office buildings, and more.
Axxon 1 Port Native PCI Express (PCI) RS232/422/485 Serial Host Adapter
69.95 USD
For professionals seeking a high-quality, reliable solution for connecting serial devices to their computer, the Axxon 1 Port Native PCI Express (PCI) RS232/422/485 Serial Host Adapter is an excellent choice. This durable and efficient adapter is designed to seamlessly connect a range of serial devices, including printers, scanners, and other peripherals, directly to your computer via a PCI slot. Engineered to support multiple serial communication protocols, this adapter is compatible with RS232, RS422, and RS485, making it a versatile addition to your tech arsenal. With its ability to support data transfer rates of up to 921.6 Kbps, this adapter ensures quick and efficient data transmission, enhancing your productivity and workflow. The Axxon 1 Port Native PCI Express (PCI) RS232/422/485 Serial Host Adapter is also user-friendly and compatible with a wide range of operating systems. Whether you're using Windows, Linux, or Mac OS, this adapter ensures smooth and reliable operation. Incorporate this robust and efficient adapter into your setup for seamless connectivity and enhanced performance. With its high-quality construction and superior compatibility, the Axxon 1 Port Native PCI Express (PCI) RS232/422/485 Serial Host Adapter is a valuable tool for any tech-savvy professional.
StarTech 2 Port SATA 6 Gbps PCI Express SATA Controller Card
45.99 USD
You can enhance your computer's performance with the PEXSAT32 2-Port PCI Express SATA 6 Gbps Controller Card. This advanced piece of technology provides a seamless connection between your host computer and SATA 3.0 devices. It's an economical solution for integrating high-speed storage options such as High RPM Hard Drives and Solid State Drives (SSD), facilitating easier data backups and archiving.With full support for SATA 3.0 hard drives and impressive data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps, this controller card is equipped with a native PCI Express single chipset. This feature ensures enhanced compatibility, reliability, and performance for your external SATA 600 MB/s storage needs.The PEXSAT32 2-Port PCI Express SATA 6 Gbps Controller Card is also backward compatible with SATA 2.0 devices, offering the flexibility to utilize older storage. It supports RAID 0 and 1 modes and port multiplier capability with command-based and FIS-based switching. This allows for the connection of multiple external hard drives to a host PC through a single SATA connection.This dual profile solution includes a low profile/half-height bracket, making it suitable for installation in slimline or small form factor computer cases. It supports SATA Rev 3.0 transfer speeds up to 6.0Gbps and is backward compatible with SATA I/II at 1.5/3.0Gbps. The controller card also supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and ATA/ATAPI commands.With the PEXSAT32 2-Port PCI Express SATA 6 Gbps Controller Card, you can add two internal SATA 6Gbps ports for connecting SATA rev 3.0 (6Gbps) Hard Drives. It's an ideal solution for high-performance internal SATA storage, multimedia streaming, video editing, and multi-drive internal raid storage solutions. The controller card also comes with LED headers for HDD activity LED indicators, providing real-time information about your hard drive's activity.