StarTech 2 Port Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with 16550 UART

An innovative solution for expanding your computer's connectivity, the PEX2S553LP Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card transforms a single PCI Express slot into two robust RS232 (DB9) serial connections. This high-performance card is engineered with a native single-chip design, allowing you to leverage the full potential of PCI Express (PCIe) technology. This design significantly reduces the CPU load by up to 48% compared to conventional bridge chip serial cards, enhancing your system's performance and reliability.

This PCI Express Serial Card features one high-speed RS232 serial port, capable of data transfer rates up to 460.8 Kbps. It comes pre-configured with a half-height/low profile mounting bracket, making it an ideal choice for both standard and low-profile systems. An optional standard profile bracket is also included for added versatility.

The card's advanced features include selectable power output on pin 9 for the serial port, automated out-of-band flow control using CTS/RTS and DSR/DTR, and automated in-band software flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions. It also boasts a 128-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver, ensuring smooth and efficient data transmission.

The PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Windows 7/Server 2008 R2 (32 and 64-bit), and Linux Kernel 2.6.11 and up. This makes it a versatile solution for various applications, from self-service automated machines and kiosks to POS retail systems and ATM machines.

Whether you need to control serial devices like scales, touchscreens, magnetic card readers, bar code scanners, receipt printers, label printers, or surveillance cameras, this PCI Express Serial Card offers a reliable and efficient solution. This product serves as a suitable replacement for the StarTech PEX2S552LP card.

Experience the advantage of the native single-chip, single-lane PCI Express technology, and enjoy reduced CPU load and enhanced performance with the PEX2S553LP Low Profile Native RS232 PCI Express Serial Card. Its easy installation and user-friendly instructions save you time and hassle, making it an invaluable addition to your computer system.