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04-0452A
PCIe to ExpressCard Bay
Quick Installation Guide
Introducing the PCIe to ExpressCard Bay
The PCIe to ExpressCard Bay is the perfect solution for
computer users who wish to share their ExpressCard
devices between their notebook and desktop systems.
Features and Benefits
• Unique device bay design provides convenient
front panel access
• Compliant with USB specification rev. 2.0
• Supports data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps
• Works with ExpressCard/54 and ExpressCard/34
form factor cards
• Hot-plug and hot-swap support allows for you to
connect/detach devices without turning off the
system
• Works with Broadband Modems, I/O adapters
(e.g.1394a/b), EV-DO data cards, flash memory,
flash card adapters, security, legacy I/O (PS2,
serial, parallel), optical disk drives, GPS receivers
and more
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System Requirements
• Desktop computer with an available internal USB
2.0 port
• PCI Express-enabled system with an available PCI
Express slot
• An available 3.5" or 5.25" device bay
• Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista
Package Contents
• USB to ExpressCard Bay
• 5.25 inch mounting rack
• USB cable
• PCIe card
• PCIe cable
• Installation kit
• Quick Installation Guide
Layout
ExpressCard slot
PCIe connector
USB connector
Figure 1: Layout
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5.25" Mounting Rack Assembly
Important: Use the Mounting Rack Assembly only
when installing the adapter into a 5.25 inch drive bay.
Figure 2: 5.25" Mounting Rack Assembly
USB Cable Connector
Pin 1 (+5VDC)
Figure 3: USB cable connector
Important: The USB cable connector is designed
to plug into the 4 or 5-pin row of a USB pin-out
header. Make sure that +5VDC (Pin 1) is plugged
into Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the pin-out header.
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PCIe connector
Figure 5: PCIe cable
PCIe cable
PCIe card
PCIe connector
Figure 4: PCIe card
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USB Cable Connection
ExpressCard Adapter Pin-out Header
Figure 7. USB Cable Connection
Figure 6. ExpressCard Bay Pin-out Header
Pin 1 (+5VDC)
Data-
Data+
Ground
Ground
Pin 1 (+5VDC)
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Typical Motherboard USB Pin-out Header
The typical internal USB Pin-out Header found on
motherboards consists of 9 pins arranged in 2 rows; each
header provides 2 USB ports. Match up +5VDC (Pin 1)
on the USB Cable Connector to Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the
pin-out header. Connecting the USB cable improperly
may damage the system. Please refer to your system's
manual for proper connection.
Figure 8. USB Pin-out Header
Installing the PCIe to ExpressCard Bay
Important: In order for the PCIe to ExpressCard Bay to
work properly, the driver of your existing USB host
adapter must be installed properly.
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer and all
connected peripheral devices.
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the
computer. Remove the computer's cover.
3. Remove the slot bracket from an available PCIe
slot.
4. To install the card, carefully align the card's bus
connector with the selected PCIe slot on the
motherboard. Push the board down firmly, but
gently, until it is well seated.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 +5VDC 2 +5VDC
3 USB- (Data-) 4 USB- (Data-)
5 USB+ (Data+) 6 USB+ (Data+)
7Ground (GND)8Ground (GND)
9None10Ground (GND)
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5. Replace the slot bracket's holding screw to secure
the card.
6. Connect PCIe cable into PCIe card and the
ExpressCard Bay, shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9: Connecting PCIe cable into PCIe card and ExpressCard Bay
7. Connect the USB cable to the ExpressCard Bay
pin-out header. Match up Pin 1 (+5VDC) on the
cable connector to Pin 1 (+5VDC) on the
ExpressCard Bay pin-out header. Caution: Refer to
page 5 for proper cable connection. Connecting the cable
improperly may damage your system.
8. Select an available 3.5" or 5.25" drive bay for
mounting the ExpressCard Bay, remove the cover
plate from the selected drive bay. Secure the
ExpressCard Bay to the drive bay by using the
supplied mounting screws.
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Note: When installing the ExpressCard Bay into a
5.25" drive bay, install it into the supplied 5.25"
mounting rack before mounting into the drive bay
and follow the same assembly instructions. Refer
to 5.25" Mounting Rack Assembly on page 3.
9. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the
system's internal USB Pin-out Header, see
Motherboard USB Pin-out Header on page 6 for
more information. Match up +5VDC (Pin 1) on the
USB cable connector to Pin 1 or Pin 2 on the
motherboard's USB pin-out header. Caution:
Connecting the cable improperly may damage your
system. Refer to your system's manual for proper
connection.
10. Boot-up Windows and the PCIe to ExpressCard Bay
is ready for use. No driver installation is needed.
Inserting/Removing ExpressCard
PCI Express-based ExpressCard Devices
PCI Express-based ExpressCard devices are not
hot-plug/hot-swap compatible through this adapter.
Insert a PCI Express-based ExpressCard before startup
or restart the computer after inserting the card.
• To insert, position the ExpressCard on the left
hand side of the ExpressCard slot, then gently
slide the ExpressCard into the slot until the locking
mechanism clicks then release pressure.
• To remove the ExpressCard, gently press in on the
ExpressCard to unlock, then pull it out.
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USB-based ExpressCard Devices
USB-based ExpressCard devices are hot-plug/hot-swap
compatible.
• To insert, position the ExpressCard on the left
hand side of the ExpressCard slot, then gently
slide the ExpressCard into the slot until the locking
mechanism clicks then release pressure.
• To remove the ExpressCard, gently press in on the
ExpressCard to unlock, then pull it out.
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Technical Support and Warranty
QUESTIONS? SIIG’s Online Support has answers!
Simply visit our website at www.siig.com and click on Support.
Our online support database is updated daily with new drivers
and solutions. Answers to your questions could be just a few clicks
away. You can also submit questions online and one of our technical
support analysts will promptly respond.
This product comes with a lifetime manufacturer warranty. Please
see SIIG website for more warranty details. If you should happen to
have any problems with this product, follow the procedures below.
A) If it is within the store's return policy period, please return the
product to the store where you purchased from.
B) If your purchase has passed the store's return policy period,
please follow these steps to have the product repaired or replaced.
Step 1: Submit your RMA request.
Go to www.siig.com, click Support, then RMA to submit a
request to SIIG RMA. If the product is determined to be
defective, an RMA number will be issued. SIIG RMA department
can also be reached at (510)413-5333.
Step 2: After obtaining an RMA number, ship the product.
• Properly pack the product for shipping. All software, cable(s)
and any other accessories that came with the original package
must be included.
• Clearly write your RMA number on the top of the returned
package. SIIG will refuse to accept any shipping package, and
will not be responsible for a product returned without an
RMA number posted on the outside of the shipping carton.
• You are responsible for the cost of shipping. Ship the product
to the following address:
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Avenue
Fremont, CA 94538
RMA #:
• SIIG will ship the repaired or replaced product via Ground
in the U.S. and International Economy outside of the U.S. at
no cost to the customer.
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PCIe to ExpressCard Bay is a trademark of SIIG, Inc. SIIG and SIIG logo are registered trademarks
of SIIG, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium
is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names used in this publication are for
identification only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
March, 2007 Copyright ©2007 by SIIG, Inc. All rights reserved.
PRODUCT NAME
PCIe to ExpressCard Bay
FCC RULES: TESTED TO COMPLY WITH FCC PART 15, CLASS
B OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCT COMPLIANCE
SIIG, Inc.
6078 Stewart Ave.
Fremont, CA 94538-3152
About SIIG, Inc.
Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading computer upgrade
manufacturer of I/O connectivity products, including PCI & ISA
serial and parallel ports, USB, Serial ATA & UltraATA controllers,
FireWire (1394a/b), Networking, Sound Cards, and other accessories.
SIIG is the premier one-stop source of upgrades.
SIIG products offer comprehensive user manuals, many user-friendly
features, and are backed by an extensive manufacturer warranty.
High-quality control standards are evident by the overall ease of
installation and compatibility of our products, as well as one of the
lowest defective return rates in the industry. SIIG products can be
found in computer retail stores, mail order catalogs, and e-commerce
sites in the Americas and the UK, as well as through major distributors,
system integrators, and VARs.
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