Introduction

The ECUSB3S22 2-Port ExpressCard USB 3.0 Card adds 2 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports to an ExpressCard-enabled computer system, using a 34mm form factor that will fit in both 34mm and 54mm slots, along with ports mounted side-by-side for easy access.

Enhanced with UASP support (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), this USB 3.0 controller performs up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when paired with a [%group id="114" text="UASP supported enclosure" append_qs="filter_UASP_YN=Yes"%] (Note: UASP requires a compatible operating system). Using a more efficient protocol than the traditional USB BOT (Bulk-Only Transport), UASP technology optimizes transfers by allowing multiple commands to be processed simultaneously, significantly increasing transfer speeds for less wait time on data transfers. See our UASP test results below for further details.

USB 3.0 supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps (10x faster than USB 2.0) and is able to provide more power per port, to help support faster and more powerful devices. Also, this ExpressCard adapter is backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x, so all of your existing devices will still work.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Improved Performance with UASP

UASP is supported in Windows 8 and Server 2012. In testing UASP performed with up to a 70% faster read / 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.

At the same peak in testing, UASP also showed up to an 80% reduction in required processor resources.

Test results were obtained using an Intel Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.0 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

Benefits

• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity at up to 5 Gbps, while still backwards compatible with USB 2.0/1.x
• Easily accessible side-by-side port design for easy access even for cables/devices with wide plug housings
• Time-saving file transfers, up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 when used with a UASP-supported enclosure

Features

• Two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant ports, with support for transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
• Side-by-side port mount design
• UASP support for more efficient data transfer
• Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x devices
• Built-in external DC power connector (optional)
• Compliant with USB 3.0 base specification 1.0 and xHCI specification 0.96
• Compliant with PCI Express specification 2.0

Specification

Connector Type(s): ExpressCard (34mm)

External Ports: USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -20°C to 150°C (-4°F to 302°F)

Humidity: 0% ~ 60% RH

Ports: 2

Interface: USB 3.0

Bus Type: ExpressCard

Card Type: 34mm ExpressCard

Chipset ID: Renesas/NEC - µPD720200

Package Quantity: 1

Shipping (Package) Weight: 122 g [4.3 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 5 Gbps

Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support: Yes

Product Length: 115 mm [4.5 in]

Product Width: 40 mm [1.6 in]

Product Height: 12 mm [0.5 in]

Product Weight: 33 g [1.2 oz]

Power Source: Not Included (not required for standard applications)

Output Voltage: 5 DC

Plug Type: B

OS Compatibility: Windows 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64)

Note: Due to the power limitations of the ExpressCard interface this adapter cannot supply 900mA of current to both ports. Some devices like External 2.5" Hard Drives may require an additional power adapter.

Included in Package: ExpressCard USB 3.0 Card

USB to DC Power Cable

Driver CD

Instruction Manual