300479 - Expansion card CSL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	USB 3.2 Gen1 PCIe Extension Card
Interface	PCI Express
Outputs	2 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A external ports + 1 internal 19-pin connector
Power supply	4-pin Molex connector
Chipset	VIA
System compatibility	Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11
Main functions	Adds high-speed USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (up to 5 Gbit/s)
Mounting	Installation in a free PCI slot, fastening with a screw on the case
Driver installation	Via included CD or download: file VIA_XHCI_Driver_V4.90A_AP.exe
Safety instructions	Disconnect the computer before assembly; avoid contact with sensitive components; do not use outdoors
Maintenance	Protect from humidity, high temperatures and shocks; do not open
Spare parts / repairability	Not user-repairable; warranty void if modified
Recycling	Product subject to WEEE; do not dispose of with household waste
Certifications	CE, WEEE directive 2012/19/EU, SYDEREP registration
Package contents	Extension card, driver CD, user manual

Frequently Asked Questions - 300479 CSL

How to install the CSL 300479 extension card?

Disconnect the computer, open the case, insert the card into a free PCI slot, secure it with a screw, and connect the 4-pin Molex connector from the power supply.

Which operating systems are compatible?

The card is compatible with Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11.

How to install the drivers?

Insert the included CD, open the 'PCIe USB 3.2 Gen1 Card' folder, then 'EXE', and run the file VIA_XHCI_Driver_V4.90A_AP.exe. Follow the installation wizard.

What chipset is used?

The chipset is a VIA.

How many USB ports does the card add?

It provides 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A external ports and 1 internal 19-pin connector.

Is additional power required?

Yes, the card needs to be connected to a 4-pin Molex connector from the computer's power supply.

Can I use this card in an external enclosure?

No, the card is designed for internal installation in a PCI Express slot of a computer.

What if the computer does not recognize the card?

Check that the card is properly seated in the PCI slot, that the Molex connector is plugged in, and that the drivers are correctly installed. Try another PCI slot if necessary.

Is the card compatible with USB 2.0?

Yes, the card is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

How to recycle the card at end of life?

Do not throw it in household waste. Take it to a WEEE collection point (store, recycling center) or visit www.ecosystem.eco.

USER MANUAL 300479 CSL

ENG: Current drivers, user manuals and other relevant documents for this product can be found on our homepage.

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Thank you for having chosen this CSL product and for placing your trust in our company. Please read this manual carefully before installation to ensure your long-term enjoyment of this product. For future reference, please keep this manual. Before using the delivered product, check that it is complete, faultless and undamaged.

1. Scope of delivery

• PCIe USB 3.2 Gen1. Expansion Card (2-Port ext./1 Header int.)
• Driver
• User manual

2. Technical specifications

Interface PCI Express
Output	2x USB 3.2 Gen1. A Socket extern1x 19 Pin Header intern
Power supply 4-pol.	Molex socket
Chipset VIA
OS system Microsoft	ft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11

3. Installation

When the device is put into operation for the first time, check the intactness of the product or components and their function again. Please disconnect your PC completely from the power supply before starting installation. Avoid touching sensitive components on the plug-in card and on your PC.

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Open the housing of your PC. Then look for a free PCI slot and carefully remove the associated slot bracket.

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Plug the PCI card into the slot provided. Make sure that the card sits tightly in the slot. Then use a screw to fix the card to the PC housing.

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Supply the extension card with power by connecting one 4-pin Molex power connection of your power supply to the product.

4. Driver installation

Insert the driver CD into your drive and close it again. It depends on your operating system if there will be an automatic start. Then you have to click “Open folder to view files” and you will see the CD contents.

Open the folder „PCIe USB 3.2 Gen1. Card“ and navigate to „EXE“. Start the file „VIA_XHCI_Driver_V4.90A_AP.exe“ with a double-click. A sceruity question is shown which has to confirmed with “Yes”.

Follow the wizard's instructions to complete the installation. The device is now ready for use.

5. Safety instructions and disclaimer

Please do not attempt to perform repairs or conversions of the plug-in card. Avoid contact with the power grid. The product is only voltage-free once it has been unplugged. Always ensure that you are grounded before you touch electronic components. This will prevent damage caused by electrostatic discharge from your body.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause irreparable damage to your plug-in card and all the connected hardware components! The installation of the plug-in card is performed at your own risk. Please have the installation of the card performed by a specialised company if you do not have any technical and practical experience in the field of computer and electrical technology. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect damage caused by improper installation or use. It is the customer's responsibility to back up any data.

The device has not been approved for outdoor use. It should therefore only be used in dry areas. Protect it against high humidity levels, water and snow. Always

keep the device away from high temperatures. Do not expose the device to any sudden temperature changes or strong vibrations, as this could damage the electronic components.

Check the device for possible damage before using it. The device should not be used when it has been subjected to impact or damaged in any other way. Please also take the national regulations and restrictions into account. Do not use the device for any purposes other than those described in these instructions.

This product is not a toy. Store it outside the reach of children or intellectually disabled persons. Any repairs or changes to the device not carried out by the original supplier will result in the expiry of any warranty or guarantee claims. The device specifications may change without any prior notice.

6. Instructions for disposal

Electrical and electronic devices may not be disposed of together with domestic waste, in accordance with the European WEEE directive. Their components must be separately sent for recycling or disposal, as toxic and hazardous components may do long-term damage to the environment in the event of improper disposal.

The electrical and electronic devices act (ElektroG) obliges you, the consumer, to return electrical and electronic devices at the end of their service life free of charge to the manufacturer, the sales office or to public collection points that were established for that purpose. The relevant national laws provide detailed regulations.

The symbol on the product, the user manual and/or the packaging refers to such regulations. This form of material separation, recycling and disposal of obsolete devices makes an important contribution towards the protection of our environment.

For information on authorised collection points in your area, please contact your local city or municipal administration.

WEEE guideline 2012/19/EU WEEE register number: DE 67896761

WD Plus GmbH hereby declares that the device 300479 complies with the basic requirements and the other, relevant regulations. A full declaration of conformity may be found at: WD Plus GmbH, Wohlenbergstraße 16, 30179 Hanover

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