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CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3

Unitek Y-7301 2 Port USB3.0 PCI Express Card (NEC)

Unitek - Unitek Y-7301; CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3; 2 x USB 3.0 ports; PCI Express x1; NEC UPD720200 chipset; USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps; USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 compatible; 900mA per port; 1 x Molex power connector; PCI Express Base Specification 2.0
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CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3

Unitek Y-7301 2 Port USB3.0 PCI Express Card (NEC)

Unitek Y-7301; CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3; 2 x USB 3.0 ports; PCI Express x1; NEC UPD720200 chipset; USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps; USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 compatible; 900mA per port; 1 x Molex power connector; PCI Express Base Specification 2.0

About this product

The Unitek CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3 2 Port USB3.0 PCI Express Card adds two external USB 3.0 ports to a desktop computer through a PCI Express x1 slot. Featuring the NEC UPD720200 chipset, USB 3.0 Super-Speed data transfer up to 5Gbps, backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1, and up to 900mA per port, it is a practical way to expand connectivity for USB storage and peripherals. Buy now from our website for a convenient USB expansion solution in South Africa.

Overview Summary

Unitek 2 Port USB3.0 PCI Express Card is a PCI Express expansion card designed to add two external USB 3.0 ports to a compatible desktop computer. It uses the NEC UPD720200 chipset and a PCI Express x1 bus interface for reliable USB connectivity.

The card supports USB 3.0 Super-Speed with data transfer rates up to 5Gbps, while remaining compatible with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed and USB 1.1 Low-Speed devices. Each port supports a maximum output of 900mA, making the card suitable for connecting a range of USB peripherals and storage devices.

With PCI Express Base Specification 2.0 and xHCI Specification Revision 0.95 compliance, this Unitek USB 3.0 PCIe card provides a practical upgrade for desktop systems that require additional high-speed USB connectivity. Buy for quick delivery and expand your desktop USB connectivity.

What tier does this fall into?

Entry-level USB 3.0 desktop expansion

What is this best for?

USB storage, external hard drives, USB flash drives, keyboards, mice, USB peripherals, desktop connectivity expansion

Description

The Unitek CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3 is a 2 port USB 3.0 PCI Express expansion card for desktop computers. It provides two external USB 3.0 ports from a single PCI Express x1 connection, giving systems with limited USB connectivity an additional high-speed connection option.

At the heart of the card is the NEC UPD720200 chipset. The controller is compliant with PCI Express Base Specification 2.0 and xHCI Specification Revision 0.95. USB 3.0 Super-Speed support provides data transfer rates up to 5Gbps, while compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 allows older USB devices to remain usable.

The two external USB 3.0 connectors can be used for compatible storage devices and everyday peripherals. Each port supports a maximum output of 900mA. A Molex power connector is provided for additional card power requirements.

The Unitek USB 3.0 PCI Express card is suited to desktop upgrades where additional USB ports are required without replacing the motherboard. It is particularly useful for users connecting external storage, USB accessories and other peripherals to a desktop PC.

Features

The Unitek USB 3.0 PCI Express card combines high-speed USB connectivity with broad backward compatibility for desktop systems.

  • Provides 2 x external USB 3.0 ports.
  • Supports USB 3.0 Super-Speed data transfer up to 5Gbps.
  • Uses the NEC UPD720200 chipset.
  • Uses a PCI Express x1 bus interface.
  • Complies with PCI Express Base Specification 2.0.
  • Supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed devices up to 480Mbps.
  • Supports USB 1.1 Low-Speed devices up to 1.5Mbps.
  • Complies with xHCI Specification Revision 0.95.
  • Supports a maximum output of 900mA per USB port.
  • Includes a Molex power connector.
  • Provides a practical way to add USB 3.0 connectivity to a desktop computer.

What's in the Box

  • 1 x Unitek 2 Port USB 3.0 PCI Express Card
  • 1 x Driver CD
  • 1 x User Manual

Specifications

  • Brand: Unitek
  • Model: Y-7301
  • Item code: CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3
  • Product type: PCI Express USB expansion card
  • Chipset: NEC UPD720200
  • Bus interface: PCI Express x1
  • PCI Express specification: PCI Express Base Specification 2.0
  • External ports: 2 x USB 3.0
  • USB 3.0 speed: Super-Speed up to 5Gbps
  • USB 2.0 speed: Hi-Speed up to 480Mbps
  • USB 1.1 speed: Low-Speed up to 1.5Mbps
  • USB controller specification: xHCI Specification Revision 0.95
  • Maximum output: 900mA per port
  • Additional power connector: 1 x Molex
  • Supported connection type: External USB peripherals and storage devices

FAQ

What is the Unitek CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3?

The Unitek CNV-PCI-EXP-2P-USB3 is a PCI Express expansion card that adds 2 x external USB 3.0 ports to a compatible desktop computer.

What USB speed does this PCI Express card support?

The card supports USB 3.0 Super-Speed data transfer up to 5Gbps. It is also compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.

Which PCI Express slot does the Unitek card use?

The card uses a PCI Express x1 bus interface and complies with PCI Express Base Specification 2.0.

What chipset does the Unitek USB 3.0 PCI Express card use?

The card uses the NEC UPD720200 chipset and complies with xHCI Specification Revision 0.95.

How many USB ports does the card provide?

The card provides 2 x external USB 3.0 ports.

Can I use USB 2.0 devices with this card?

Yes. The card supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed devices and USB 1.1 Low-Speed devices in addition to USB 3.0 devices.

What is the maximum output per USB port?

Each USB port supports a maximum output of 900mA.

What power connector does the card have?

The card includes 1 x Molex power connector.

What is included with the Unitek USB 3.0 PCI Express card?

The package includes 1 x PCI Express USB 3.0 card, 1 x driver CD and 1 x user manual.

What can I use the Unitek USB 3.0 PCI Express card for?

It can be used to add USB connectivity for external storage devices, flash drives, keyboards, mice and other compatible USB peripherals to a desktop computer.



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