USB 3.0 PCI-E CARD - USB expansion card US ROBOTICS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	USB 3.0 Expansion Card
Brand	US ROBOTICS
Model	USB 3.0 PCI-E CARD
Number of Ports	2 USB 3.0 Ports
Interface	PCI Express 2.0
Supported Data Rates	1.5 Mbit/s (Low), 12 Mbit/s (High), 480 Mbit/s (Very High), 5 Gbit/s (Super-speed)
Transfer Types	Control, Bulk, Interrupt, Isochronous
Power Supply	Up to 900 mA per port, via 4P ATX power cable
Standards Compliant	USB 3.0 rev 1.0, PCI Express 2.0, PCI Express Card Electromechanical v2.0, PCI Bus Power Management Interface v1.2
System Requirements	One available PCI Express slot
Box Contents	USB 3.0 PCI Express Card, Driver CD-ROM, Quick Installation Guide
Care and Cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid or abrasive products.
Safety	Disconnect computer before installation. Handle with care to avoid electrostatic discharge.
Spare Parts and Repairability	No user-serviceable parts. In case of failure, contact technical support.
General Information	Plug-and-Play after driver installation. Compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac OS (check driver availability).

Frequently Asked Questions - USB 3.0 PCI-E CARD US ROBOTICS

How to install the USB 3.0 PCI-E card?

Turn off the computer, unplug all cables, remove the case, insert the card into a free PCI Express slot, connect the 4P power cable, close the case, turn on the computer, insert the CD and run setup.exe in the Driver folder.

Which operating systems are supported?

The card is compatible with Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10), Linux, and Mac OS. Drivers are provided on the CD. For recent systems, drivers may be built-in.

Can I connect a USB 2.0 device to this card?

Yes, the card is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. They will operate at their native speed.

The card does not detect my devices, what should I do?

Check that the card is properly inserted and the 4P power cable is connected. Ensure drivers are installed. In Device Manager, look for a yellow exclamation mark and update the drivers.

What is the maximum power provided by each USB port?

Each port can provide up to 900 mA, which is sufficient for most external devices like portable hard drives.

Can I use this card with a laptop?

No, this card is designed for desktop computers with an internal PCI Express slot. For laptops, use an ExpressCard or a USB 3.0 adapter.

Do I need to install a driver on Windows 10?

Windows 10 often includes a generic driver. If the card is not recognized, install the driver from the provided CD. You can also download the latest version from www.usr.com/support.

Does the card get very hot?

The card heats moderately under normal operation. If it becomes very hot, check the case ventilation. Do not touch it while it is running.

Can I connect a USB hub to this card?

Yes, you can connect a USB 3.0 hub to increase the number of ports. The total bandwidth will be shared among connected devices.

How to check that the card is working properly?

Open Device Manager. Under 'Universal Serial Bus controllers', you should find 'USB 3.0 Host Controller'. Connect a USB 3.0 device and verify it is recognized without error.

USER MANUAL USB 3.0 PCI-E CARD US ROBOTICS

The USB 3.0 PCI-E Card is compliant with USB 3.0 specifications. The hub lets your connect USB 3.0 devices to your computer, such as an MP3 players, digital cameras, external USB drives, or USB printers.

Features

• Add 2 ports to USB 3.0 devices.
  Install easily into any PCI Express slot.
  Supports USB 3.0 transfer rate.
  Plug and play.
  ATX Power.

Package Contents

USB 3.0 PCI Express Card
CD-ROM
- Quick Installation Guide

System Requirements

An available PCI express slot

Installation

1. Unplug all peripherals and power cords connected to your computer.

2. Shut down your computer.

3. Remove the cover from the computer case.

4. Locate an available PCI Express slot and remove the bracket cover.
5. Insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the case.
6. Connect 4P power cable from the computer's power supply to the card.
7. Place the cover back onto the computer.
8. Plug your computer in and turn it on.
9. Insert the provided CD into your disc drive. Double-click the setup.exe file in the Driver folder to launch the installation program.
10. Accept the End User License Agreement and click Next.
11. Click Browse to choose the Destination Folder, then click Next.
12. Click Install.
13. Click Finish to complete the setup process.

Verification

After finishing driver installation, the system will detect the USB 3.0 PCI-E Card. You can go to Device Manager on your computer to verify the entire installation.

Windows XP

Windows Vista/ Windows 7

This product is subject to the U.S. Robotics Corporation Limited Warranty. To view a copy of the Limited Warranty and for information on how to contact U.S. ROBOTICS Technical Support, please see the U.S. ROBOTICS corporate web site at: www.usr.com/support

Specifications

• Compliant with Universal Serial Bus 3.0 Specification Revision 1.0.
  Supports the following speed data rates:

Low-speed (1.5 Mbps)
Full-speed (12 Mbps)
High-speed (480 Mbps)
Super-speed (5 Gbps)

Supports 2 downstream ports for all levels of speed.
Supports all USB compliant data transfer types:

Control
Bulk
Interrupt
Isochronous transfer

Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification 2.0.
Supports PCI Express Card Electromechanical Specification Revision 2.0.
Supports PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification Revision 1.2.
Supports power each port up to 900mA

Regulatory

FCC Conditions

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference received. Including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE

This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulations: EN 55 022: CLASS B

WEEE Information

For EU (European Union) member users: According to the WEEE (Waste electrical and electronic equipment) Directive, do not dispose of this product as household waste or commercial waste. Waste electrical and electronic equipment should be appropriately collected and recycled as required by practices established for your country. For information on recycling of this product, please contact your local authorities, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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