Dual Profile PCI-Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card (2 Port Serial, 1 Port Parallel) PEX1S553/ PEX1S553LP PEX2S553/ PEX2S553LP PEX2S5531P *actual product may vary from photos DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com FR: Guide de l'utilisateur - fr.startech.com ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com IT: Guida per l'uso - it.startech.com NL: Gebruiksaanwijzing - nl.startech.com PT: Guia do usuário - pt.startech.com For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.startech.
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.
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Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a StarTech.com Dual Profile PCI Express I/O card. This convenient I/O solution utilizes a native, single-chip design for maximum performance and reliability, and includes an optional low profile bracket that allows the card to be installed in virtually any size/ form factor case. Features • Native PCI Express (single chip) • Supports data transfer rates of up to: 2.7 Mbps (parallel) 460.
Hardware Guide Parallel Port Connector (PEX2S5531P) Serial Port #2 (PEX2S553, PEX2S553LP, PEX2S5531P) LP4 Power Port Serial Port #1 **PEX2S5531P Shown Installation WARNING! 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 PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer component.
Setting Power Mode This card is specially designed to allow for power output from the ninth pin of the DB9 connector(s) for devices that support power over serial. This card allows users to set each port with 5V, 12V, or RI (no power). Users can also choose to draw the necessary power from the system power supply by connecting to the LP4 power connector. Hardware Installation 1.
Software Installation When the computer is booted up following the physical installation of the PCI Express card, the operating system will detect the presence of the card within the computer system and prompt for software installation: 1. The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. When asked if you want Windows to search for software, select No, not this time, then click Next to continue: 2. On the screen that follows, select Install from a list or specific location, then click on Next. 3.
Verifying Installation To verify that the installation was successful in Windows 2000/XP/Vista: 1. Right-click on My Computer and select Manage to open the Computer Management window. 2. In the left pane, select Device Manager. 3. In the right pane, click on Ports (COM & LPT).
Specifications PEX1S553 PEX2S553 PEX1S553LP PEX2S553LP Bus Type Chipset ID Maximum Data Transfer Rate PEX2S5531P PCI Express x1 Moschip MCS9922CV-AA Serial: 460.8 Kbps Moschip MCS9901CV-CC Parallel: 2.7 Mbps Serial: 460.8 Kbps Serial: 460.8 Kbps ® OS Support External Connectors Product Dimensions Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/7 ® Linux Kernel 2.6.11 and above ® MAC OS 10.4 1 x DB9 male 2 x DB9 male 2 x DB9 male 1 x DB25 female 105mm (4.13”) x 120mm (4.72”) x 20mm (0.
Technical Support StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industryleading 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 two year warranty. In addition, StarTech.
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