StarTech.com PEXUSB7LP User manual

Manual Revision: 03/10/2011
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PEXUSB7LP
7 Port PCI Express Low Prole High Speed
USB 2.0 Adapter Card

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Instruction Manual i
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1
Installation............................................................................................................................................................2
Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation......................................................................................................................................3
Verifying Installation................................................................................................................................3
Specications.....................................................................................................................................................4
Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................5
Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................5

Instruction Manual 1
Introduction
The StarTech.com 7-Port PCI Express to USB 2.0 Adapter Card adds an additional 6 external and 1
internal USB 2.0 ports to any PCI Express compatible computer system. Designed for versatility
and performance with support for high speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps, this
low prole USB card also includes a standard prole (full height) bracket for installation in full
form factor cases.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x PEXUSB7LP card
• 1 x Full Height bracket
• 1 x Driver Installation CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• PCI Express enabled computer system with available slot
• Microsoft®Windows®XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit) or Linux®

Instruction Manual 2
Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by
static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer
case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-
static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable,
discharge yourself 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 PCI
Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer o and any peripherals connected to the computer (i.e. Printers,
external hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the power supply
on the back of the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case. See documentation for your computer
system for details.
3. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case (Refer to documentation for your computer system for details.). Note
that this card will work in PCI Express slots of additional lanes (i.e. x4, x8 or x16 slots).
4. Insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the rear of the
case. If using a case that ts full height cards, remove the low prole bracket (held by
small screws) from the card and replace with the included full height bracket.
5. To use the internal 5-pin IDC USB header, connect an internal USB peripheral (i.e. front
mounted USB ports, internal card readers, etc) directly to the IDC header, or use an
adapter cable to convert it to an external USB type A connector (StarTech.com ID:
USBMBADAPT).
6. Connect an SP4 oppy power connector from the computer power supply to the
connector on the card.
7. Place the cover back onto the computer case.
8. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply and reconnect all other
connectors removed in Step 1.
NOTE: Due to the stacked nature of the external USB ports, using USB cables with large
connectors may interfere with adjacent ports.

Instruction Manual 3
Driver Installation
Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7
No driver installation is required for these operating systems, as this USB card is natively
supported, so the drivers are already installed.
Verifying Installation
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7), then select
Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager from the left
window panel.
Under the “Universal Serial Bus Controllers” category, new “VIA” host controller devices
should now be listed.

Instruction Manual 4
Specications
Bus Interface PCI Express rev 1.1
(x1 connector)
Chipset ID VIA VT6212L
External Connectors* 6 x USB type A
Internal Connectors 1 x 5-pin IDC USB header
1 x SP4 oppy power
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 2.0: 480Mbps
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)
Humidity 5 ~ 95% RH
Compatible Operating Systems Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/
Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), Linux
* the three external USB ports closest to the bottom of the card (closest to PCIe connector) each use
independant data channels. The other external USB ports and the internal header all share a
single data channel

Instruction Manual 5
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 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
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employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, conse-
quential, 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 exclu-
sion 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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