2-Port USB 3.1 (10Gbps) and eSATA PCIe Card - 1x
USB-A and 1x eSATA
Product ID: PEXUSB311A1E
This combination PCI Express controller card lets you add both a USB 3.1 Gen 2 port and an eSATA port
to your desktop PC, through a single PCIe slot. The versatile controller card offers a cost-effective way to
add high-performance connectivity to your computer, with support for newer USB 3.1 devices as well as
eSATA hard drives.
Fast transfers over USB 3.1 Gen 2
At up to 10Gbps, the USB 3.1 PCIe card delivers the speed you need for seamless performance from your
compatible devices. It’s also backward compatible with previous versions of USB, so you can connect your
existing USB 3.0 / 2.0 / 1.1 equipment.
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Connect to eSATA devices
The controller card also connects your computer to an eSATA device, providing a hot-pluggable, high-
speed storage solution for backing up or archiving data. With support for SATA I, II and III hard drives,
and data transfer speeds of up to 6Gbps, the controller card offers reliable performance for your external
SATA storage applications.
Versatile installation options
For added versatility, the controller card is equipped with a standard-profile bracket and includes a low-
profile bracket for installation in small form-factor computers.
The PEXUSB311A1E is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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Certifications, Reports
and Compatibility
Applications
• Upgrade an older PCIe equipped system to USB 3.1 Gen 2
compatibility
• Expand your system or maintain support for eSATA-based external
drive storage
Features
• Enhance your connectivity by adding one USB 3.1 Gen 2 and one
eSATA port to your computer, through a single PCIe slot
• Supports USB 3.1 data rates up to 10Gbps
• Supports SATA I, II, and III up to 6Gbps
• PCIe x4 interface compliant with PCI Express Base Specification
Revision 3.0
• Backward compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB 1.0/1.1 devices
• Includes a low-profile/half-height installation bracket
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Warranty 2 Years
Hardware Bus Type PCI Express
Card Type Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
Chipset ID ASMedia - ASM2142
ASMedia - ASM1351
Interface USB 3.1 Gen 2 & eSATA
Port Style Integrated on Card
Ports 2
Performance ATAPI Support No
Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 3.1 10Gbps
eSATA 6Gbps
Port Multiplier No
Type and Rate USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
UASP Support Yes
Connector(s) Connector Type(s) 1 - PCI Express x4 Male
External Ports 1 - eSATA (7 pin, Data) Plug
1 - USB 3.1 USB Type-A (9 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) Female
Software OS Compatibility Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10
Windows Server® 2012, 2016
Linux® 3.5 to 4.4 (LTS versions only)
Special Notes /
Requirements
System and Cable Requirements Available PCI Express slot
Environmental Humidity 15~90% RH, Non-condensing
Operating Temperature +5°C to +50°C (+41°F to +122°F)
Storage Temperature -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Physical
Characteristics
Color Red
Product Height 0.9 in [22 mm]
Product Length 3.7 in [93 mm]
Product Weight 1.6 oz [45.6 g]
Product Width 4.8 in [121 mm]
Packaging
Information
Shipping (Package) Weight 4.5 oz [127.2 g]
What's in the Box Included in Package 1 - controller card
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1 - low-profile bracket
1 - quick-start guide
Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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