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StarTech 4 Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable

SKU: STPEX4S553B MFR: PEX4S553B
$119.99
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Key Features

  • Add four RS-232 serial ports to your PC with this PCI Express serial card for legacy device support.
  • Achieve fast, reliable connections with a 230.4 Kbps max baud rate, perfect for industrial automation.
  • This 4 port serial card supports broad OS compatibility, including Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
  • Utilize the included breakout cable for easy port access, streamlining connections to serial devices.
  • Install easily in standard or low-profile cases; bracket included for versatile system integration options.
  • Enjoy a dependable serial connection with a chipset ID by ASIX/MosChip, ensuring reliable performance.
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StarTech 4 Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable Specifications

  • Bus Type

    PCI Express

  • Card Type

    Low Profile (SP bracket incl.)

  • Chipset ID

    ASIX/MosChip - MCS9904CV-AA

  • Interface

    Serial

  • Port Style

    Dongle (Included)

  • Ports

    4

  • Data Bits

    5, 6, 7, 8

  • FIFO

    256 Bytes

  • Max Baud Rate

    230.4 Kbps

  • Parity

    Even, Odd, None, Space and Mark

  • Serial Protocol

    RS-232

  • Connector Type(s)

    1 - PCI Express x1 Male

  • External Ports

    4 - 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), XP Embedded, POS Ready 2009, Embedded System 2009, CE 5.0/6.0, 2000, 98SE, 95, DOS
    Windows Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003
    Mac OS 10.4 and later (tested up to 10.10)
    Linux

  • Humidity

    5~85% RH

  • Operating Temperature

    0 to 70 deg. C / 32 to 158 deg. F

  • Storage Temperature

    -40 to 85 deg. C / -40 to 185 deg. F

  • Certifications

    RoHS Complaint
    CE

  • Dimensions (H x L x W)

    2.7 x 3.2 x 0.5" / 6.86 x 8.13 x 1.27cm

  • Weight

    1.8oz / 51.03g

  • UPC Code

    065030842556

About StarTech 4 Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable

For professionals seeking a reliable and efficient solution to connect multiple devices, the PEX4S553B 4-Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable is an ideal choice. This high-quality serial card allows you to add four RS232 serial ports using a single PCIe expansion slot, making it a versatile addition to your setup.

The product comes with a 1-to-4 cable, enabling you to add four serial ports to a single low-profile slot. This user-friendly design makes it easy to connect a variety of devices, including printers, scanners, and other peripherals.

One of the standout features of this durable serial card is its native single-chip design. This unique design ensures optimal reliability and speed, reducing the CPU load by up to 48% compared to conventional bridge-chip serial cards. This makes it a cost-effective solution for connecting legacy serial devices to PCIe-enabled computers.

The multi-port serial adapter includes both full profile and low profile/half-height brackets, ensuring compatibility with standard and small form factor computers. It supports a broad range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and MAC OS, further enhancing its versatility.

The PEX4S553B 4-Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable supports data transfer rates of up to 250Kbps on each port, making it suitable for applications that require high-speed data transfer. It is compliant with PCI Express base specifications revision 1.0a and supports both hardware and software flow control.

The breakout cable design means that only one expansion slot is needed to add four additional serial ports to any system. This makes it an ideal solution for a variety of applications, including point-of-sale systems, manufacturing equipment, environmental control systems, entertainment systems, healthcare equipment, security systems, hospitality/restaurant equipment, consumer devices, and ISDN networking.

Please note that this product is a replacement for the PEX4S552B card.

StarTech 4 Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable Features

  • High-quality 4-Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable for multiple device connections
  • Native single-chip design ensures optimal reliability and speed, reducing CPU load by up to 48%
  • Supports high-speed data transfer rates of up to 250Kbps on each port
  • Compatible with a broad range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and MAC OS
  • Includes both full profile and low profile/half-height brackets for compatibility with standard and small form factor computers
  • Versatile application across various sectors, including point-of-sale systems, manufacturing, healthcare, and consumer devices

Warranty Information

This product has a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Add four RS-232 serial ports to your PC with this PCI Express serial card for legacy device support.
  • Achieve fast, reliable connections with a 230.4 Kbps max baud rate, perfect for industrial automation.
  • This 4 port serial card supports broad OS compatibility, including Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
  • Utilize the included breakout cable for easy port access, streamlining connections to serial devices.
  • Install easily in standard or low-profile cases; bracket included for versatile system integration options.
  • Enjoy a dependable serial connection with a chipset ID by ASIX/MosChip, ensuring reliable performance.

What's in the box:

  • StarTech 4 Port RS232 PCI Express Serial Card with Breakout Cable
  • Breakout Cable
  • Full Profile Bracket
  • Driver CD
  • Instruction Manual
  • StarTech Lifetime Warranty