3 Port 2b 1a 1394 Mini PCI Express FireWire
Card Adapter
MPEX1394B3
*actual product may vary from photos
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Manual Revision: 12/15/2011
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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• 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.
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation ..............................................................................................................................2
Driver Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Specications ..........................................................................................3
Technical Support ..................................................................................4
Warranty Information ............................................................................4
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Introduction
The MPEX1394B3 3-Port Mini PCI Express to FireWire800 and FireWire400 adapter card
allows for adding external FireWire connectivity to very small form factor or embedded
systems. Providing two FireWire800 (1394b) and one FireWire400 (1394a) ports, this
adapter card supports the latest external FireWire storage devices at speeds up to 800
Mbps.
Using the Mini PCI Express (Mini Card) form factor, this adapter card is designed for use
in the latest very small form factor computer systems, such as Mini-ITX, where a full
sized PCI Express card would not t.
Packaging Contents
• 1 x Mini PCI Express FireWire card
• 1 x Internal Data Cable
• 1 x 4-pin LP4 Molex Adapter Cable
• 1 x Full Prole Installation Bracket
• 1 x Video Editing Software CD
• 1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• PCI Express enabled system with available full length Mini PCI Express slot
• Case/Chassis with available Low or Full prole expansion card slot
• Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit), or
Linux®
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Installation
WARNING! Mini PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely
damaged by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening
your computer case or touching your Mini PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends
that you wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an
anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up
by touching a large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several
seconds. Also be careful to handle the Mini PCI Express card by its edges and not the
gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Line up and insert the Mini PCI Express card (Mini Card) into the Mini PCI Express slot
on the system board. Make sure to match up the gap in the card edge connector,
with the notch in the slot.
2. Securely fasten the card to the motherboard.
NOTE: Dierent systems may have dierent methods for installing Mini Cards, so
please refer to documentation for your system/board for more specic installation
instructions for your particular application.
3. Connect the LP4 power connector from the Mini Card to an LP4 connector from the
system power supply.
4. Locate an open expansion card slot (i.e. PCI, PCI Express, etc.) and remove the metal
cover plate on the rear of the system case/chassis.
5. Place the expansion card bracket from the Mini Card in the opening and fasten the
card’s bracket to the rear of the case.
NOTE: If the system case/chassis only supports full prole brackets, replacing the preinstalled low prole bracket with the included full prole installation bracket may be
necessary.
Driver Installation
No driver or software installation is required for supported operating systems, as this
card is natively supported.
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Specications
Host Interface
Form Factor
Supported Standards
Chipset ID
External Connectors
Internal Connectors 1 x LP4 Power male
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Dimension (LxWxH) 50.0mm x 30.0mm x 4.0mm
Weight 6.8g
Compatible Operating Systems
PCI Express Mini Card
revision 1.2
Full Length Mini PCIe
Full/Low Prole Card Bracket
IEEE 1394b / 1394-2002 / 1394-
1995
LSI L-FW643E2-F139G
2 x 9-pin FireWire female
1 x 6-pin FireWire female
FireWire800: 800 Mbps
FireWire400: 400 Mbps
0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
-54°C ~ 150°C (-65°F ~ 302°F)
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/
Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit),
Linux
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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.
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