StarTech 1 Port Native ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART

SKU: STEC1S952 MFR: EC1S952
$77.99
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Key Features

  • Add a reliable RS232 serial port to your laptop with this ExpressCard adapter.
  • Experience broad OS compatibility, including Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP.
  • Achieve a max baud rate of 115.2 Kbps for efficient serial communication tasks.
  • Utilize the 16950 UART for fast data transfer and reduced CPU load via FIFO.
  • Compact ExpressCard design ensures seamless integration without extra clutter.
  • Benefit from a StarTech lifetime warranty, ensuring reliability and support.
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2015-11-12T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Works like it should

Been using this product for a while. Broke my 1st one. My fault. Tripped over the cable. Ordered this one as a replacement.

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StarTech 1 Port Native Expresscard RS232 Serial Adapter Card With 16950 UART Specifications

  • Bus Type

    ExpressCard

  • Card Type

    34mm ExpressCard

  • Chipset ID

    PLX/Oxford - OXPCIe952

  • Interface

    Serial

  • Port Style

    Integrated on Card

  • Ports

    1

  • FIFO

    128 Bytes

  • Max Baud Rate

    115.2 Kbps

  • Serial Protocol

    RS-232

  • Connector Type(s)

    1 - ExpressCard (34mm)

  • External Ports

    1 - DB-9 (9 pin; D-Sub) Male

  • OS Compatibility

    Windows 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), 2000, XP Embedded, CE 6.0/5.0
    Windows Server 2008 R2, 2003, 2000
    Linux 2.4.x 2.6.x

  • Humidity

    5-85% RH

  • Operating Temperature

    -10 to 80 deg. C / 14 to 176 deg. F

  • Storage Temperature

    -20 to 100 deg. C / -4 to 212 deg. F

  • Certifications

    RoHS Complaint
    CE
    FC

  • Dimensions (H x L x W)

    0.8 x 4.5 x 1.8" / 2.03 x 11.43 x 4.57cm

  • Weight

    1.2oz / 34.02g

  • UPC Code

    065030834926

About StarTech 1 Port Native Expresscard RS232 Serial Adapter Card With 16950 UART

From enhancing your laptop or ExpressCard-equipped desktop computer with an additional RS232 serial port, the EC1S952 1 Port Native ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART is a high-performance solution for your connectivity needs. This serial ExpressCard is engineered with a single-chip architecture, a design that outperforms cards using a "bridge chip", by offering native PCI Express communication. This advanced design significantly boosts performance and reliability, reduces CPU load by up to 48%, and minimizes power consumption.

The EC1S952 Adapter Card comes with a stabilizer bracket, ensuring a secure fit in both 34mm and 54mm ExpressCard slots. It's designed to facilitate optimal communication with RS232 serial devices. With support for baud rates of up to 115.2Kbps, a 128-byte FIFO buffer, and a high-performance 16C950 UART, this ExpressCard serial card ensures smooth and efficient data transfer.

This ExpressCard is fully compliant with Express Card 1.0 Specifications and supports ASPM (L0S, L1) Link power management. It also features automated in & out-of-band flow control and advanced FIFO fill management, enhancing its performance and reliability.

The EC1S952 1 Port Native ExpressCard is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications. It's ideal for self-service automated machines and kiosks to control serial devices such as scales, touchscreens, magnetic card readers, bar code scanners, receipt printers, and label printers. It's also perfect for POS retail applications in grocery stores and other retail outlets to control keyboards, cash drawers, receipt printers, card readers/card swipes, scales, and elevated displays on poles. Additionally, it can be used to control multiple surveillance/security cameras in parking structures, office buildings, and more. It's even suitable for standard ATM automated teller machines to control keypads, receipt printers, card readers/card swipes, touchscreen LCD's, and camera control. Lastly, it's a great tool for embedded system coding, building, and diagnostics.

In summary, the EC1S952 1 Port Native ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART is a robust, reliable, and versatile solution for your serial device control needs.

StarTech 1 Port Native Expresscard RS232 Serial Adapter Card With 16950 UART Features

  • High-performance ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART for enhanced connectivity
  • Single-chip architecture design offers native PCI Express communication for superior performance and reliability
  • Supports baud rates of up to 115.2Kbps and features a 128-byte FIFO buffer for efficient data transfer
  • Includes stabilizer bracket for secure fit in both 34mm and 54mm ExpressCard slots
  • Fully compliant with Express Card 1.0 Specifications and supports ASPM (L0S, L1) Link power management
  • Versatile application use, perfect for controlling serial devices in retail, surveillance, ATM machines, and embedded system coding

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Add a reliable RS232 serial port to your laptop with this ExpressCard adapter.
  • Experience broad OS compatibility, including Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP.
  • Achieve a max baud rate of 115.2 Kbps for efficient serial communication tasks.
  • Utilize the 16950 UART for fast data transfer and reduced CPU load via FIFO.
  • Compact ExpressCard design ensures seamless integration without extra clutter.
  • Benefit from a StarTech lifetime warranty, ensuring reliability and support.

What's in the box:

  • StarTech 1 Port Native ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART
  • 34 to 54mm Slot Spacer
  • Driver CD
  • Instruction Manual
  • StarTech Lifetime Warranty