StarTech.com PCI420USB User manual

Manual Revision: 01/15/2013
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PCI220USBLP
PCI420USB
3 and 5 Port PCI High Speed USB 2.0
Adapter Card
*actual product may vary from photos

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................1
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Installing the Drivers ................................................................................................................................ 2
Specications ..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information ............................................................................5

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com USB 2.0 PCI card. This PCI expansion card
will enable you to add highspeed USB 2.0 ports to your computer, and provide
data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps. Now, you can easily connect and use high-
performance USB peripherals like DVD drives, video conferencing cameras, or high
resolution scanners. Plus, USB 2.0 is also backwards-compatible with USB 1.0/1.1,
meaning your existing peripherals will still function perfectly with no additional
conguration required.
Features
• Maximum data transfer rate of 480Mbps and backward compatible with USB 1.1
12Mbps
• Compliant with USB Specication Revision 2.0
• Compliant with OHCI Specication for USB Rev 1.0a
• Compliant with PCI Specication release 2.2
• Supports Windows 2000 / XP / vista / 7
Package Contents
• USB PCI Card (PCI420USB)
• Low Prole PCI USB Card (PCI220USBLP)
• Instruction Manual
• Driver CD
System Requirements
• Minimum operating system requirement: Windows 2000/XP / vista / 7
• Pentium class computer with an available PCI slot

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Installation
1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded.
2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer’s user manual for details, if
necessary) and gently turn your computer onto its side, so that the PCI expansion
slot openings on the motherboard are facing upwards.
3. Locate an empty PCI slot (usually white in color) and remove the metal plate that
covers the corresponding rear bracket.You may need a Phillips screwdriver to
perform this step. Retain the screw! You will need it to secure the card later.
4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is rmly seated.
5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.
6. Replace and secure the computer cover.
Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/7
Please note: Microsoft Windows 2000, XP and 2003 natively support the USB interface.
As such, Windows will be able to locate and install the necessary les, providing that
your operating system is updated with the most current software revisions.
If Windows appears to have diculty in automatically choosing the necessary drivers,
the following updates will be required, prior to using the card:
Windows XP - Service Pack 1 (SP1)
Windows 2000 - Service Pack 4 (SP4) or above
For more detailed information on how to attain the necessary updates, please consult
any documentation that was included with your operating system purchase.

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Specications
Bus Type PCI 5V
Connectors
PCI220USBLP: 2 External USB Type A Female
1 Internal USB Type A Female
PCI420USB: 4 External USB Type A Female
1 Internal USB Type A Female
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 480 Mbps
Chipset VIA VT6212L
OS Support Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP or later
Product Dimensions PCI220USBLP: 140 x 81 x 36mm
PCI420USB: 127 x 120 x 20mm
Product Net Weight PCI220USBLP: 45g
PCI420USB: 45g

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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