StarTech.com PEX1PECP, PEX2PECP User Manual

Manual Revision: 02/01/2012

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PEX1PECP

PEX2PECP

1 Port PCI Express Parallel Adapter Card - EPP/ECP

2 Port PCI Express Parallel Adapter Card - EPP/ECP

*PEX2PECP shown

*actual product may vary from photos

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Table of Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................1

Features .................................................................................................................................................................1

Before You Begin ..............................................................................................................................................1

Contents .........................................................................................................................................................1

System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1

Installation............................................................................................................................................................2

Installing the drivers (Windows XP) ...............................................................................................2

Verifying Installation ................................................................................................................................4

Parallel port address conguration ................................................................................................4

Windows 2000 ............................................................................................................................................5

Windows 2003 Server .............................................................................................................................5

Specications .....................................................................................................................................................6

Technical Support ...........................................................................................................................................7

Warranty Information ....................................................................................................................................7

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI Express Parallel Card. This card will allow you to
add a DB25 connectivity for optimized performance from your parallel devices, while taking
advantage of the speed and power of PCI Express with plug and play connections to devices
such as printers, scanners and more.

Features

• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specication 1.0a

• Supports Standard Parallel Port(SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP), & Enhanced Capability

Port (ECP)

• Oers data transfer rates of up to 1.5 MB/Sec

Packaging Contents

• 1 x PCI Express Parallel Card

• 1 x Driver CD

• 1 x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• Microsoft Windows 2000/ XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/ Server 2008 R2/ 7 (32/64-bit)

• PCI Express enabled computer with an available PCI Express slot

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Installation

1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and that you are grounded.

2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer's user manual for details, if necessary)
and gently turn your computer onto its side, so that the PCI Express expansion slot openings
on the motherboard are facing upwards.

3. Locate an empty PCI Express slot and remove the metal plate that covers the corresponding
rear bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step.
Retain the screw! You will need it to secure the card later.

4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is rmly seated.

5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.
PEX2PECP Only: Secure the second port to another available rear bracket.

6. Replace and secure the computer cover.

Installing the Drivers

Upon rebooting the computer, Windows will detect the newly installed card, and launch the
Found New Hardware Wizard.

Windows XP

1. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, select Install from a list or specic location
(Advanced), then click Next.

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2. Insert the Driver CD, and select Search for the best
driver in these locations. Please ensure that there
is a checkmark next to Include this location in the
search, and that all other checkmarks have been
removed. Enter the following path in the text line
provided:
For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\XP
For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\XP

Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button,
and locate the le according to the path specied
above.

Once the correct folder has been selected, please
click on the Next button to advance.

3. If you receive a notication that the drivers you
are installing have not yet passed Windows
Logo Testing, please click on Continue Anyway,
followed by Finish. Please note that the software
included with PEX1PECP/PEC2PECP has been
thoroughly tested for stability and compatibility.

4. Windows will notify you once the driver
installation has completed. Please click Finish.

You will be required to follow steps 1-4 again,
following the initial installation. Please repeat these
steps to conclude installation.

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Verifying installation

To verify that the installation has completed successfully and that the newly installed ports are
now available:

1. Right click on My Computer, left-click on Manage. Select Device Manager.

2. Click on the [+] sign next to Ports (COM & LPT). Here, you should see the newly installed
parallel port(s) as well as a Multifunction adapter, as shown below:

Parallel Port Address conguration

Some parallel devices require a specic port designation, in order for the devices to function
properly. If your peripherals are functioning correctly with the newly installed ports, there is no
need to modify the parallel port address. However, if you are experiencing diculties:

1. From the Device Manager window, double-click Ports (COM & LPT), then double-click the
NetMos PCI ECP Parallel Port.

2. Select the Port Settings tab.

3. At the LPT Port Number box, click on the down arrow and select an LPT port that is not in use:

Following this selection, please click on OK to
save your changes.

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Windows 2000

1. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Next to advance to the next window.

2. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended) and click Next.

3. Check Specify a location, and remove all other checkmarks from this window.

4. Insert the Driver CD, and enter the following path in the text line beneath Copy

manufacturer’s les from:
For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\2000
For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\2000
Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button, and locate the le according to the path
specied above.
Once the correct folder has been selected, please click on the OK button to advance.

5. Click Next, to approve the installation. Click Finish, once the installation has completed.

Windows 2003 Server

1. At the Found New Hardware Wizard, select Install from a list or specic location (Advanced),

then click Next.

2. Insert the Driver CD, and select Search for the best driver in these locations. Place a

checkmark next to Include this location in the search, and remove any other checkmarks from
this page.

3. In the text box provided, type in:

For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\2003
For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\2003
Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button, and locate the le according to the path
specied above.

4. Once the correct folder has been selected, please click on the Next button to advance.

5. If you receive a notication that the drivers you are installing have not yet passed Windows

Logo Testing, please click on Continue Anyway, followed by Finish. Please note that the
software included with PEX1PECP/PEC2PECP has been thoroughly tested for stability and
compatibility.

You will be required to follow steps 1-5 again, following the initial installation. Please repeat
these steps to complete installation.

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Specications

Host Interface PCI Express

Connectors

PEX1PECP: 1 x 25 pins parallel connector
PEX2PECP: 2 x 25 pins parallel connector

Data Transfer Rate (Max.) 1.5MB/sec

Chipset

MOSCHIP MCS9805CV
MOSCHIP MCS9815CV

OS Support

Windows 95/ 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP(32/64bit)/

Vistal(32/64bit)/ 7(32/64bit)/ Server 2008

R2, and Linux

Operation Temperature 0 °C ~ 70 °C

Storage Temperature 0 ~ 115 °C

Product Dimensions

PEX1PECP: 92x21x120mm

PEX2PECP: 92x21x120mm + 40x21x120mm

Product Weight

PEX1PECP: 90g
PEX2PECP: 95g

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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.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a lifetime 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.

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