Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI
Express to ExpressCard Adapter. This product
allows you to use an ExpressCard with your PCI
Express enabled PC.
Features
• Supports both 34 and 54 form factor
ExpressCards
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Spec.1.0a
• Works with PCI Express slots that provide
3.3V and 1.5V auxiliary power
System Requirements
• PC with an available PCI Express slot
• Windows 2000/XP/2003 Server
Package Contents
• PCI Express to ExpressCard Adapter (1)
• Low Profile Bracket (1)
• 3’ 5-pin Header USB Cable (1)
• User Manual (1)
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Please note:
Please note: Although PEX2ECDP supports both USB and PCI Express-based
ExpressCards, only USB-based cards offer hot-swappable connectivity. As such, please
consult the documentation that was included with your purchase of the intended
ExpressCard, to determine whether or not it supports hot-swapping.
1. Make sure that your computer system is unplugged and that you are grounded.
2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer's user manual for details, if necessary) and
gently turn your computer onto its side, so that the PCI Express expansion slot openings on the
motherboard are facing upwards.
3. Locate an empty PCI Express slot and remove the metal plate that covers the corresponding rear
bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step. Retain the screw! You will need it to
secure the card later.
4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is firmly seated.
5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.
6. Connect the 5-pin header provided by PEX2ECDP to an available USB header on the host computer,
noting the following diagram. Once complete, replace the cover and power on the computer.
USB
+5V
USB
D+
USB
D-
Signal
Ground
Please note:
If the motherboard does not have a USB header available for connection, please connect
the USB Type ‘B’ connector provided by PEX2ECDP to an available USB port connected to the mother-
board. Failing this, hot-plugging will not be available for inserted cards.
