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1 Port PCI Express® Dual Prole Parallel Adapter Card - SPP/EPP/ECP
Quick-Start Guide
Product Diagram (PEX1P2)
Front Angle View
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Port Function
1 Parallel Port • Female DB-25 Parallel Port
2 Bracket
3 PCIe x1 Connector
• Congurable for Full Prole and Low Height
installations
• Connect the Parallel Adapter Card to the PCI
Express Slot in the Computer
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Requirements
For the latest requirements, please visit:
www.startech.com/PEX1P2.
• Computer with an available PCI Express slot (x1)
Tools
• Small Phillips Head Screwdriver
Hardware Installation
Warning: Parallel Adapter Cards can be damaged by static electricity. Make sure
that the Installer is properly grounded before they open the Computer Case or touch
the Parallel Adapter Card. The Installer should wear an Anti-Static Strap when
installing any computer component. If an Anti-Static Strap is not available, discharge
any built-up static electricity by touching a large Grounded Metal Surface for several
seconds. Only handle the Parallel Adapter Card by its edges and do not touch the
gold connectors.
Installing the Low Prole Bracket
By default the Full Prole Bracket is attached to the Parallel Adapter Card.
Depending on the system conguration it may be necessary to remove the Full Prole
Bracket and replace it with the Low Prole Bracket (included).
1. Using a Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, remove the two Bracket Screws securing
the Full Prole Bracket to the Parallel Adapter Card.
2. Align the Screw Holes on the Parallel Adapter Card with the Screw Holes on the
Low Prole Bracket. Making sure the Parallel Adapter Card is sitting on-top of the
Screw Holes on the Low Prole Bracket.
3. Insert the Bracket Screws through the Parallel Adapter Card and into the Screw
Holes on the Low Prole Bracket.
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4. Using the Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, tighten the Bracket Screws, being
careful not to over-tighten.
Installing the Parallel Adapter Card
1. Turn o the Computer and any Peripheral Devices that are connected
(e.g. printers, external hard drives, etc.).
2. Unplug the Power Cable from the rear of the Computer and disconnect any
Peripheral Devices that are connected.
3. Remove the Cover from the Computer Case.
Note: Consult the documentation that came with the Computer for details about
how to do this safely.
4. Locate an open PCI Express Slot (x1) and remove the corresponding Metal Cover
Plate from the rear of the Computer Case. In most instances, the Metal Cover Plate
is attached to the rear of the Computer Case with a single Screw. Save this Screw
for the next step.
5. Gently insert the Parallel Adapter Card into the open PCI Express Slot and fasten
the Bracket to the rear of the Computer Case using the Screw from step 4.
6. Place the Cover back onto the Computer Case.
7. Reconnect the Power Cable to the rear of the Computer.
8. Reconnect all of the Peripheral Devices that were disconnected in step 2.
9. Connect a SPP/EPP/ECP Peripheral Device to the Parallel Port on the Parallel
Adapter Card.
To view manuals, FAQs, videos, drivers, downloads, technical drawings, and more, visit www.startech.com/support.
Manual Revision: September 11, 2020
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Software Installation
Driver Installation
You can download the latest Drivers from the StarTech.com website:
www.startech.com/PEX1P2.
Navigate to the Drivers/Downloads tab to locate the Drivers. Follow the instructions
included with the Driver Files.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
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. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the
property of their respective holders.
PHILLIPS® is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company in the United States or other countries.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents)
for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of
business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations
or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
• If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
Mesures de sécurité
• Si l’un des circuits imprimés du produit est visible, ne pas touchez le produit lorsqu’il est sous tension.
安全対策
• 製品に露出した状態の回路基盤が含まれる場合、電源が入っている状態で製品に触らないでください。
Misure di sicurezza
• Se il prodotto ha un circuito stampato visibile, non toccare il prodotto quando è acceso.
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