StarTech.com PEX1P User manual

PEX1P
PCI Express Parallel Card
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................... 1
Features......................................................................................1
Package Contents .....................................................................1
System Requirements...............................................................1
Installation....................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation ................................................................2
Software Installation .................................................................2
For Windows® 2000 ................................................................2
For Windows® XP/Server 2003/XP-x64/Server 2003-x64 ......3
For Windows® Vista/Vista-x64 ................................................3
To Verify Windows® Driver Installation ....................................3
Specifications.................................................................. 4
Technical Support........................................................... 5
Warranty Information ...................................................... 5

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI Express Parallel Card. This
card will allow you to add DB25 connectivity for optimized performance
from your parallel devices, while taking advantage of the speed and
power of PCI Express with plug and play connections to devices such as
printers, scanners and more.
Features
Maximum data transfer rate of 1.5 Mbps•
PCI 2.2 and PCI Power Management 1.0 compliant•
SPP/EPP/ECP Parallel port fully supports existing Centronics interface•
Package Contents
This package should contain:
PCI Express Parallel Card (1)•
Instruction Manual(1)•
Driver CD(1)•
System Requirements
Windows® 32 and 64-bit editions: 2000, XP, Vista™, Server 2003•
PC with an available PCI Express slot•

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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be se-
verely damaged by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly ground-
ed before opening your computer case or touching your card. StarTech.
com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when installing any
computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge your-
self of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal
surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful
to handle the card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Remove the computer cover. For more detailed instruction on how to
perform this step, please refer to the documentation that was included
with your computer at the time of purchase.
2. Locate an empty PCI Express slot, removing the metal bracket
covering the accompanying empty port/socket.
3. Position the card above the open PCI Express slot, ensuring that the
card is properly aligned with the slot. Insert the card firmly into the slot,
distributing force evenly across the length of the board. Once inserted,
secure the card into the adjoining socket (previously covered by metal
bracket), using the correct size screw.
4. Replace the computer cover and re-connect all power to the computer.
Software Installation
For Windows® 2000
1. Insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears , click Next.
3. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended), and
click Next.
4. Select CD-ROM drives, but uncheck the other boxes, then click Next.

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5. Click Next.
6. Click Finish to complete the driver installation.
For Windows® XP/Server 2003/XP-x64/Server 2003-x64
1. Insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. At the Found New Hardware Wizard, select Install the software
automatically (Recommended), then click Next.
3. If a Hardware Installation warning pops up indicating that the driver
software has not been digitally signed, click Continue Anyway, then
click Finish to complete the driver installation.
For Windows® Vista/Vista-x64
1. Insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. At the Found New Hardware Wizard, select Locate and install driver
software (recommended).
3. Click Next to continue to setup.
4. The Add New Hardware Wizard will now ask you Would you like to
install this device software?. Click Install to continue.
5. Click Close once driver installation is complete.
To Verify Windows® Driver Installation
To verify that the necessary software has been installed, Click on the
Device Manager tab in System Properties, which you can be accessed
through the Control Panel or by following these steps:
1. Right-click on My Computer and select Manage.
2. In the left pane of the Computer Management window, click on Device
Manager.
You should see one PCI Express ECP Parallel Port … installed under
Ports (COM & LPT) item.

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Specications
Product Dimensions 21 mm (0.83 in ) x 110 mm (4.33 in ) x
120 mm (4.72 in )
Bus Type PCI-Express one lane
Chipset OXPCIe952
Maximum data transfer
rate Up to 1.5 Mbps
OS Support Windows 2000, XP, Vista™, Server 2003
(32 & 64-bit editions)

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit-
ment 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.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materi-
als 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.
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