Instruction Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a StarTech.com Dual Profile PCI Express I/O card. This convenient
I/O solution utilizes a native, single-chip design for maximum performance and reliability, and
includes an optional low profile bracket that allows the card to be installed in virtually any size/
form factor case.
Features
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Native PCI Express (single chip)
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Supports data transfer rates of up to: 2.7 Mbps (parallel) 460.8 Kbps (serial)
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Configurable in 5V, 12V, and RI (non-powered) modes
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Compliant with PCI Express base specifications revision 1.0a
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128-byte deep FIFO per transmitter and receiver
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Automated in-band flow control using programmable Xon/Xoff in both directions
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Automated out-of-band flow control using CTS/RTS and DSR/DTR
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Standard and low profile brackets included
Package Contents
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1 x PCI-Express I/O Card (LP cards come with a low profile bracket preinstalled)
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1 x Separate parallel port with ribbon cable (PEX2S5531P only)
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1/2/3 x Low Profile Bracket (PEX1S553/PEX2S553/PEX2S5531P)
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1 x Full Profile Bracket (PEX1S553LP and PEX2S553LP)
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1 x Driver CD
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1 x Instruction Manual
