Running out of PCIe slots while needing both fast USB ports and a reliable network link can hold back upgrades and slow down your workflow. The StarTech.com 3-Port PCI Express USB 3.0 Card + Gigabit Network Interface Card combines three SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectors and a gigabit Ethernet port on a single low-profile PCIe card, giving you extra connectivity without sacrificing space.
Key Features of a 5Gbps PCI Express Card
- USB ports: 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A. Provides three high-speed connections for external drives, cameras and peripherals.
- Ethernet port: 1 x 1000Base-T RJ-45. Delivers wired gigabit networking where Wi-Fi is weak or unavailable.
- Data transfer rate: 5Gbps. Enables rapid file moves up to 5 gigabits per second.
- Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x1. Fits into a standard PCIe slot for easy installation.
- UASP support: Enhanced protocol for up to 70 % faster reads and 40 % faster writes with compatible enclosures.
- Compatibility: Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x devices, so existing accessories work without replacement.
- Form factor: Low-profile plug-in card. Suitable for compact cases and small-form-factor builds.
- Standards: Meets FCC and RoHS requirements and supports IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.3x, 802.3az.
StarTech.com PCI Express Card
If you are building a new PC, upgrading an older system, or adding a server that lacks free slots, you often face the dilemma of choosing between extra USB ports or a network adapter. Adding separate cards can quickly fill up your motherboard and increase clutter. This StarTech.com PCI Express Card solves that problem by delivering both functions in one compact solution, freeing up slots for future upgrades and keeping your interior tidy.
Benefits of StarTech.com PCI Express Card
- Space saving: One card replaces two, leaving PCIe slots free for other expansions.
- Faster transfers: UASP technology speeds up data moves, cutting wait times for backups and media editing.
- Reliable networking: Gigabit Ethernet ensures stable, high-speed connections when wireless is unreliable.
- Future proof: USB 3.0 ports work with older USB devices, protecting your existing peripheral investment.
Usages of a 5Gbps PCI Express Card
Ideal for desktop workstations, home servers, and small-form-factor PCs that need extra high-speed USB connections for external storage, printers or cameras, while also requiring a dependable wired network link for streaming, large file transfers or online gaming.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Red |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | FCC, RoHS |
| Networking |
| Networking / Ports | USB 3.0 x 3 + 1000Base-T x 1 |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | Built-in SATA power connector, UASP |
| Networking / Data Transfer Rate | 5Gbps |
| Networking / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express 2.0 x1 |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | SuperSpeed USB 3.0 |
| Networking / Type | Network / USB adapter |
| Networking / Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, IEEE 802.3az |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| System Requirements |
| System Requirements / OS Required | Windows 10 (32/64 bits) |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Network / USB adapter |
| General / Form Factor | Plug-in card - low profile |
| General / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express 2.0 x1 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 3 x USB 3.0 - 9 pin USB Type A (external) ¦ 1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 (external) |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required | Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows XP (32/64 bits), Linux 2.6.31 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Windows 8 (32/64 bits), Windows 8.1 (32/64 bits), Windows 10 (32/64 bits) |
| Summary Details |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | Metallic |
