4 Port ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter
Card with 16C950 UART
EC4S952
*actual product may vary from photos
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Manual Revision: 12/08/2011
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
Verifying Installation ................................................................................................................................ 3
Specications ..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information ............................................................................5
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Introduction
The StarTech.com 4-Port ExpressCard to RS232 Serial Adapter Card adds four DB9
RS232 serial ports to a laptop or ExpressCard enabled desktop computer system.
Based on a single-chip architecture (as opposed to cards that use a “bridge chip”), thus
providing native PCI Express communication for greater performance and reliability,
as well as reduced power consumption and a CPU load reduction of up to 48%.
Compatible with ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54 card slots, this card includes a
stabilizer bracket for greater security while installed in 54mm slots.
Packaging Contents
• EC4S952 ExpressCard adapter
• 34mm to 54mm ExpressCard Stabilizer Bracket
• Driver Installation CD
• Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• ExpressCard enabled computer system with available card slot
• Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit)
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Installation
Hardware Installation
The ExpressCard adapter will simply slide into the ExpressCard slot on any compatible
system. Push the card all the way in, until it ‘clicks’ and locks into place. To eject the
card, simply push the card further into the slot until it clicks, and then release and it
will then be automatically ejected from the slot.
NOTE: Some ExpressCard/54 slots do not rmly hold an ExpressCard/34 card so the
34mm to 54mm stabilizer bracket may be necessary.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003
1. When the Found New Hardware wizard appears on the screen, insert the Driver CD
into your CD/DVD drive. If you are prompted to connect to Windows Update, please
select the “No, not this time” option and click Next.
2. Select the option “Install Drivers Automatically (Recommended)” and then click the
Next button.
3. Windows should now start searching for the drivers. Once this has completed, click
the Finish button.
Windows Vista/7/Server 2008 R2
1. When the Found New Hardware window appears on the screen, click on the “Locate
and install drivers software (recommended)” option. If prompted to search online,
select the “Don’t search online” option.
2. When prompted to insert the disc, insert the Driver CD that came with the card, into
your CD/DVD drive and Windows will automatically proceed to search the CD.
3. If a Windows Security dialog window appears, click the “Install this driver software
anyway” option to proceed.
4. Once the driver is installed, click the Close button.
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Verifying Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/Server 2008 R2
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7), then
select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager
from the left window panel.
There should be a category called “Multi-port serial adapters” and double-clicking on
the “Ports (COM & LPT)” option should show the appropriate number of additional
COM ports. The port(s) are ready to connect to new devices.
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Specications
Bus Interface ExpressCard 1.1
Form Factor 34mm
Chipset ID Oxford OXPCIe954
Connectors 4 x DB9 male
Supported Protocols RS232
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 921.6Kbps
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 55°C (32°F ~ 131°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)
Humidity 5% ~ 95% RH
Dimensions 122.0mm x 34.0mm x 20.0mm
Weight 300g
Compatible Operating Systems
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Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server
2008 R2/7 (32/64-bit)
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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 lifetime 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
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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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