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Description

StarTech PEX1PCI1 PCI to PCIe Adapter Card

Overview

The StarTech PEX1PCI1 provides a bridge between a PCI Express (PCIe) slot and a standard PCI bus. This adapter card allows you to install legacy PCI expansion cards into a modern motherboard that only features PCIe slots. This is critical for integrating older specialized hardware, such as specific data acquisition cards, industrial control modules, or legacy network interfaces, into current server or workstation builds without requiring a full system replacement. The PEX1PCI1 uses a Pericom PI7C9x118SL chipset to manage the bus conversion.

Compatibility

This adapter card is designed for use in a standard 1x PCIe slot. It supports both 3.3V and 5V PCI/PCI-X cards, ensuring broad compatibility with a wide range of legacy expansion hardware. The card itself is a standard profile form factor, suitable for most desktop and server chassis. It requires a motherboard with an available PCIe x1 slot and an LP4 power connector for the PCI bus power.

Installation Notes

Installation requires opening the computer chassis and inserting the adapter card into an available PCIe x1 slot. A separate LP4 power connector from the system's power supply unit must be connected to the adapter card to power the connected PCI device. Ensure the system is powered off and grounded before installation. The operating temperature range is 0°C to 85°C.

What's in the Box

  • 1x StarTech PEX1PCI1 PCI to PCIe Adapter Card
  • 1x Low Profile Bracket
  • 1x LP4 to LP4 Power Cable
  • 1x Installation Guide
Specifications
PCIe Bandwidth: 250MBps
Power Connector: LP4
Voltage Support: 3.3V/5V
PCI Bus Type: PCI / PCI-x (5 / 3.3V)
Card Type: Standard Profile
Chipset ID: Pericom - PI7C9x118SL
MTBF: 143,897 hours
PCIe Slot: 1x
PCI Slot: 1
Operating Temperature: 0C to 85C
Product Length: 5.3 in
Product Width: 2.8 in
Product Height: 0.8 in
Product Weight: 1.7 oz
Warranty: 2 Years
Brand: StarTech
MPN: PEX1PCI1
Type: Mounting Bracket
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