SIIG PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter User manual

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04-0449A
PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the PCIe to ExpressCard
The PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter istheperfect solution for
computer users who wish to share ExpressCard devices
between their notebook and desktop systems.
Features and Benefits
• Compliant with USB specification rev. 2.0
• Hot-plug and hot-swap support allows for you to
connect/detach devices without turning off the
system (USB-based ExpressCard devices only)
• Works with ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/34
form factor cards
• Works with Broadband Modems, I/O adapters
(e.g.1394a/b), EV-DO data cards, flash memory,
flash card adapters, security, legacy I/O (PS2,
serial, parallel), optical disk drives, GPS receivers
and more
System Requirements
• PC with an available PCI Express slot
• Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista
PackageContents
•PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter
• USB cable
• Quick Installation Guide

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Layout
Figure 1. Board Layout
Note: Connecting to the USB Pin-out Header is
recommended. Do not connect the USB Pin-out
Header and Type-B USB Connector at the same
time. Connecting both at the same time may
damage the ExpressCard adapter and system.
USB Cable Connector
ExpressCard slot
USB Pin-out Header Type-B USB
Connector
+5VDC (Pin 1)
Figure 2. USB Cable Connector
Important: The USB cable connector is designed
to plug into the 4 or 5-pin row of a USB pin-out
header. Make sure that +5VDC (Pin 1) is plugged
into Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the pin-out header.

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PCIe to ExpressCard Pin-out Header
Figure 3. PCIe to ExpressCard Pin-out Header
USB Cable Connection
Figure 4. USB Cable Connection
Note: Match up Pin 1 (+5VDC) on the USB cable
connector to Pin 1 (+5VDC) on the card's pin-out
header.
Pin 1 (+5VDC)
DATA -
Pin 1 (+5VDC)
DATA +
GND
GND

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Figure 5. USB Pin-out Header Table
Installing the PCIe to ExpressCard
Important: In order for the PCIe to ExpressCard to work
properly, the driver of your existing USB host adapter
must be installed properly.
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer and all
connected peripheral devices.
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the
computer. Remove the computer's cover.
3. Connect the USB cable to the PCIe to ExpressCard
USB pin-out header. Match up +5VDC (Pin 1) on
the cable connector to Pin 1 (+5VDC) on the
ExpressCard USB pin-out header. Caution: refer to
page 3 for proper cable connection. Connecting the cable
improperly may damage your system.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 +5VDC 2 +5VDC
3 USB- (Data-) 4 USB- (Data-)
5 USB+ (Data+) 6 USB+ (Data+)
7 Ground (GND) 8 Ground (GND)
9None10Ground(GND)
Motherboard USB Pin-out Header
The typical internal USB Pin-out Header found on
motherboards consists of 9 pins arranged in 2 rows; each
header provides 2 USB ports. Match up +5VDC (Pin 1)
on the USB Cable Connector to Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the
pin-out header. Connecting the USB cable improperly
may damage the system. Please refer to your system's
manual for proper connection.

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4. Select an available PCI Express slot, remove the
mounting screw and slot bracket cover.
5. Line-up the card to the PCI Express slot and firmly
but gently push it down into the slot. Secure the
PCIe to ExpressCard to the chassis using the
mounting screw from step 4.
6. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the
system's internal USB Pin-out Header, see
Motherboard USB Pin-out Header on page 4 for
more information. Match up +5VDC (Pin 1) on the
USB cable connector to Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the
motherboard's USB pin-out header. Caution:
connectingthecableimproperlymaydamageyoursystem.
Refer to your system's manual for proper connection.
7. Boot-up Windows and the PCIe to ExpressCard is
ready for use. No driver installation is needed.
Type-B USB Connector
This connector provides an alternate method to connect
to the USB host adapter. The PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter
can be connected to an internal USB port (Type-A)
through the Type-B USB Connector. This connection
requires a USB cable which must be purchased
separately. Donotconnectto theType-BUSBConnector
and USB Pin-out Header at the same time. Connecting
both may damage the ExpressCard adapter and system.
Figure 6. Type-B USB Connector
Type-B USB
Connector

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Inserting/Removing ExpressCard
PCI Express-based ExpressCard Devices
PCI Express-based ExpressCard devices are not
hot-plug/hot-swap compatible through this adapter.
Insert a PCI Express-based ExpressCard before startup
or restart the computer after inserting the card.
•To insert, position the ExpressCard on the left
hand side of the ExpressCard slot, then gently
slide the ExpressCard into the slot until the locking
mechanism clicks then release pressure.
• To remove the ExpressCard, gently press in on the
ExpressCard to unlock, then pull it out.
USB-based ExpressCard Devices
USB-basedExpressCarddevicesarehot-plug/hot-swap
compatible.
•To insert, position the ExpressCard on the left
hand side of the ExpressCard slot, then gently
slide the ExpressCard into the slot until the locking
mechanism clicks then release pressure.
•To remove the ExpressCard, gently press in on the
ExpressCard to unlock, then pull it out.

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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers!
Simply visit our website at www.siig.com and click on Support.
Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers
and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks
away. Youcanalso submit questionsonlineandone of our technical
support analysts will promptly respond.
This product comes with a lifetime manufacturer warranty. Please
seeSIIG website formore warrantydetails. Ifyou shouldhappen to
haveany problemswith this product,follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period,
please follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective,anRMAnumber willbeissued. SIIGRMAdepartment
can also be reached at [phone].
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
•Properlypack the product forshipping. Allsoftware,cable(s)
andany other accessoriesthatcame with theoriginalpackage
must be included.
•Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIGwillrefuse to accept anyshippingpackage,and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
•Youare responsiblefor the costof shipping. Ship theproduct
to the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538
RMA #:
•SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.

PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and SIIG logo are registered
trademarksofSIIG,Inc. MicrosoftandWindowsareregisteredtrademarksofMicrosoftCorporation.
Other names used in this publication are for identification only and may be trademarks of their
respectivecompanies.
March, 2007 Copyright ©2007 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
PRODUCT NAME
PCIe to ExpressCard Adapter
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS
B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCCCOMPLIANCESTATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Ave.
Fremont, CA 94538-3152
About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade
manufacturer of I/O connectivity products, including PCI & ISA
serial and parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers,
FireWire(1394a/b),Networking,SoundCards,andotheraccessories.
SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIGproductsoffercomprehensiveusermanuals,manyuser-friendly
features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.
High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of
installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the
lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be
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sitesintheAmericasandtheUK,aswellasthroughmajordistributors,
system integrators, and VARs.