These operating instructions are published by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1,
D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming,
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Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in
technology and equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2013 by Conrad Electronic SE.
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When not connecting the power supply to the PCI Express card, none of the connected USB devices
will function!
• If necessary, fasten all cables using cable ties to prevent them from hanging into your computer’s CPU fan.
• Re-close your computer’s case.
• Connect your computer and monitor to the power supply, and turn on all devices.
• If your computer does not start up normally, turn it off immediately, and check all settings and cable connections.
Before reopening your computer, disconnect it from the power supply; see above!
Driver installation
• After Windows® has started, it will automatically identify the PCI Express card as new hardware.
• Insert the included CD into the correct drive on your computer and click the button Install Driver. Follow the
instructions on the screen.
• It might be necessary to restart Windows® in order for the USB 3.0 ports on the PCI Express card to function
properly.
Windows® 8 does not require driver installation.
Connecting USB devices to the PCI Express card
Important:
It is necessary to connect the power connector of the PCI Express card to a suitable power connector
on your PC mains adapter.
Otherwise the USB devices connected to the PCI Express card will not be identified properly!
a) USB 2.0/1.1 devices
• A USB 3.0 port also supports “old” USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Simply connect the USB device to one of the PCI Express
card USB ports.
• Use USB 2.0/1.1 connection cables to connect USB 2.0/1.1 devices.
• USB 2.0/1.1 devices will not work faster when operated from a USB 3.0 port. However, if your mainboard’s USB
2.0 controller works relatively slowly, it is possible that, for instance, USB 2.0 hard drives connected to one of the
PCI Express card USB 3.0 ports may transfer data faster.
b) USB 3.0 devices
• Connecting a USB 3.0 device to the PCI Express card requires a USB 3.0 cable. The USB-A plug may look like a
USB 2.0/1.1 plug at first glance, however it has additional connection contacts. A USB B plug on a USB 3.0 cable
has a different form.
• To use the USB 3.0 at its full speed, in addition to a USB 3.0 port on your computer, you also need a USB 3.0
device and a fitting USB 3.0 cable.
• USB 3.0 provides a theoretical transfer rate of 5 Gbit/s (equaling to approx. 600 MByte/s). The transfer rate
reached in practice, however, depends on the devices between which files are being transferred (internal and
external hard drive), the type of files (many small files or a few large files) and many other factors.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household waste.
At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical data
Board slot ..............................................PCI Express
USB connections ...................................2 x USB 3.0 (external)
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1 x USB 3.0 (internal, 19-pin)
System requirements .............................Windows® XP SP1, SP2, SP3, (only 32 Bit),
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Windows® Vista™ (32/64 Bit)
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Windows® 7 (32/64 Bit)
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Windows® 8, 8 Pro, Enterprise
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Linux Kernel 2.6.31 or higher
Operating conditions ..............................-10 to +40 °C, 10 – 85 % RH (non-condensing)
Storage conditions .................................-15 to +55 °C, 5 – 95 % RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions (W x H x D) ........................67 x 11 x 65 mm (without slot bracket)
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121 x 21 x 79 mm (with slot bracket)
Weight ...................................................47 g (with slot bracket)
4 Port USB 3.0 PCI Express Card
2 x external
Version 10/13
Item no. 46 93 97
Intended use
This product is intended for installation in your computer’s PCI Express board slot and supplies two additional
external USB 3.0 ports and one internal 19-pin USB 3.0 port.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product for
purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can cause
hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric shock etc. Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this
product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company names and product
names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Delivery content
• USB 3.0 PCI Express card
• Low-profile slot bracket (for installing PCE Express card in a flat computer case)
• CD with driver
• Operating instructions
Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information.
If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this
manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property.
Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
a) Persons / Product
• Electrostatic charges may damage electronic components. Do not touch electronic components with
your bare hands.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous playing
material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture,
flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any
accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the
product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the
product.
b) Miscellaneous
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a qualified
shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical
support service or other technical personnel.
Installation
If you do not have thorough knowledge on the installation of this product, have the installation
carried out by a professional or in a specialist shop!
Incorrect installation of the product will cause damage to the product, your computer and all
connected devices.
Caution, Risk of fatal injury!
Turn off the computer in which you wish to install the product, and all connected devices.
Disconnect all devices from the power supply by unplugging them. Simply turning off the devices
using the on/off switch does not mean a device is voltage-free!
• Open your computer’s case and remove the lid carefully.
• Search for a free PCI Express slot, remove the respective slot cover and insert the PCI Express card into the PCI
Express slot. Screw in the PCI Express card, make sure it is fitted correctly to the PCI Express slot!
A low-profile slot bracket is included for installation of the product in flat computer cases. Remove the
long slot bracket from the card and then mount the short low-profile bracket.
• The 19-pin USB 3.0 port is intended for connecting a fitting adaptor or a fitting cable (both not included) that has
one 19-pin USB 3.0 connection on the input side and two USB 3.0 ports on the output side. This converts the PCI
Express card’s 19-pin USB 3.0 port to two normal USB 3.0 ports.
• Connect the suitable plug of your PC mains adapter to the respective port on your PCI Express card. When
plugging in the product, heed correct polarity and do not exert any force.
