StarTech 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART

SKU: STPEX2S950 MFR: PEX2S950
$62.99
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Key Features

  • Add two RS232 serial ports to your desktop PC with this PCI Express adapter card.
  • Experience fast data transfers with a 460.8 Kbps max baud rate on your serial devices.
  • Backward compatible, this serial card supports multiple Windows and Linux OS versions.
  • Enjoy flexible installation with both standard and low profile brackets included in the box.
  • Utilize the 128-byte FIFO buffer to reduce CPU load and prevent data loss during transfers.
  • Connect serial devices like printers, scanners, and modems via the dual DB9 serial ports.
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StarTech 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART Specifications

  • Bus Type

    PCI Express

  • Card Type

    Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)

  • Chipset ID

    PLX/Oxford - OXuPCI952

  • Interface

    Serial

  • Port Style

    Integrated on Card

  • Ports

    2

  • Data Bits

    5, 6, 7, 8, 9

  • FIFO

    128 Bytes

  • Max Baud Rate

    460.8 Kbps

  • Serial Protocol

    RS-232

  • Connector Type(s)

    1 - PCI Express x1 Male

  • External Ports

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

  • Microsoft WHQL Certified

    Yes

  • OS Compatibility

    Windows 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), ME, 98, 95
    Windows Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003
    Linux 3.5

  • 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)

    4.7 x 4.1 x 0.8" / 11.94 x 10.41 x 2.03cm

  • Weight

    2.2oz / 62.37g

  • UPC Code

    065030824163

About StarTech 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART

Overcome connectivity challenges with the PEX2S950 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART. This high-performance adapter card can be seamlessly installed into any available PCI Express slot, offering two robust 16C950 RS232 serial UART channels or ports. This makes it an ideal solution for integrating both modern and legacy serial devices, with the capacity to support data transfer rates of up to 460 Kbps.

The 2 port RS232 serial card is designed for user-friendly installation and configuration, compatible with a wide array of Windows operating systems. It also features IRQ sharing and supports plug-and-play serial device connections, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free setup process.

This dual-channel 16C950 UART is fully compatible with 16C550 type devices and boasts a maximum data transfer rate of 460 Kbps. It comes with a standard profile bracket installed, with optional low-profile brackets included for added flexibility. As a PCI Express 1x card, it's compatible with 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, and 16x bus.

The card also features a 128-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver, automated in-band software flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions, and automated out-of-band hardware flow control using RTS / CTS and/or DSR / DTR. It's compliant with PCI 2.2 and PCI Power Management 1.0, ensuring efficient serial device performance.

Whether you're in manufacturing, POS, consumer electronics, security, casino, environmental control, healthcare, hotel front desk, hospitality, or ISDN networking, this reliable and durable 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART is a versatile solution for all your serial device connection needs.

StarTech 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART Features

  • High-performance 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART
  • Provides two robust 16C950 RS232 serial UART channels/ports
  • Supports data transfer rates of up to 460 Kbps
  • Easy-to-install with compatibility across various Windows operating systems
  • Features IRQ sharing and supports plug-and-play serial device connections
  • Compliant with PCI 2.2 and PCI Power Management 1.0 for efficient device performance

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Add two RS232 serial ports to your desktop PC with this PCI Express adapter card.
  • Experience fast data transfers with a 460.8 Kbps max baud rate on your serial devices.
  • Backward compatible, this serial card supports multiple Windows and Linux OS versions.
  • Enjoy flexible installation with both standard and low profile brackets included in the box.
  • Utilize the 128-byte FIFO buffer to reduce CPU load and prevent data loss during transfers.
  • Connect serial devices like printers, scanners, and modems via the dual DB9 serial ports.

What's in the box:

  • StarTech 2 Port PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART
  • 2x Low Profile Brackets
  • Driver CD
  • Instruction Manual
  • StarTech Lifetime Warranty