About this product
The Microworld E0005 USB 3.0 4 Port PCI-e Card expands a compatible desktop PC with four USB 3.0 Type-A ports, providing data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps for compatible USB devices. It uses a PCI Express x1 interface and includes a 4-pin Molex power connection for peripherals that require additional power. Buy now from our website for a practical USB connectivity upgrade in South Africa.
Overview Summary
Microworld E0005 USB 3.0 4 Port PCI-e Card is a PCI Express expansion card designed to add four USB 3.0 Type-A ports to a compatible desktop computer. It is suitable for connecting external storage devices, printers, card readers, keyboards, mice and other USB peripherals.
The card supports USB 3.0 data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. Its PCI Express x1 interface provides a convenient way to expand USB connectivity where the existing motherboard ports are insufficient.
The E0005 uses a VIA chipset and supports plug and play and hot swapping functionality. A 4-pin Molex power connector is available to provide additional power for higher-current USB peripherals such as external hard drives.
Performance tier: Entry-level USB 3.0 desktop expansion
Uses: USB port expansion, external storage, printers, card readers, keyboards, mice, USB peripherals
Description
The Microworld E0005 USB 3.0 4 Port PCI-e Card is designed for desktop computers that need additional USB connectivity. Installing the expansion card in a compatible PCI Express x1 slot provides four external USB 3.0 Type-A ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals.
USB 3.0 support provides data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps when used with compatible devices. The card is also compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 specifications, allowing older USB peripherals to remain useful after the upgrade.
The E0005 uses a VIA chipset and supports a single-lane PCI Express x1 interface. The card also provides a 4-pin Molex power connector for peripherals that require additional power. This can be useful when connecting higher-current devices such as external hard drives.
With four USB Type-A female connectors, the card provides a straightforward way to increase the number of available USB ports on a desktop PC. Plug and play and hot swapping support make it suitable for everyday desktop connectivity and peripheral expansion.
Features
The Microworld E0005 provides practical USB 3.0 connectivity for compatible desktop computers.
- Four external USB 3.0 Type-A female ports
- USB 3.0 data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbps
- PCI Express x1 interface
- Single-lane PCI Express throughput
- VIA chipset
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1
- 4-pin Molex power connector for higher-current peripherals
- Plug and play capability
- Hot swapping capability
- Suitable for external storage and other USB peripherals
What's in the Box
- Microworld E0005 USB 3.0 4 Port PCI-e Card
Specifications
- Product model: E0005
- Product type: USB 3.0 PCI Express expansion card
- Brand: Microworld
- Interface: PCI Express x1
- USB ports: 4 x USB 3.0 Type-A female
- USB data transfer rate: Up to 5 Gbps
- Chipset: VIA
- USB compatibility: USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB 1.1
- PCI Express throughput: Single-lane x1
- Additional power: 1 x 4-pin Molex connector
- Power operation: Bus-powered mode with additional Molex power available for higher-current peripherals
Plug and play, hot swapping
- Operating system support: Windows
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 6.60 x 1.90 cm
FAQ
What is the Microworld E0005 USB 3.0 PCI-e Card used for?
The Microworld E0005 is used to add four USB 3.0 Type-A ports to a compatible desktop computer through a PCI Express x1 slot.
How many USB ports does the Microworld E0005 provide?
The card provides four USB 3.0 Type-A female ports for connecting compatible USB peripherals.
What USB speed does the E0005 support?
The E0005 supports USB 3.0 data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps with compatible devices and connections.
Is the Microworld E0005 compatible with older USB devices?
Yes. The card is compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 specifications, allowing compatible older USB peripherals to be connected.
Does the E0005 require additional power?
The card can operate in bus-powered mode for most peripherals and includes a 4-pin Molex power connector for peripherals with higher current requirements.
What PCI Express slot does the E0005 use?
The Microworld E0005 uses a single-lane PCI Express x1 interface.
Can the E0005 be used with external hard drives?
Yes. The card can be used with compatible external storage devices. The 4-pin Molex connector provides additional power support for higher-current peripherals.
What operating systems are supported by the E0005?
Available product specifications identify Windows as the supported operating system family. Compatibility should be checked against the specific Windows version and computer configuration before installation.
Does the E0005 support plug and play?
Yes. The product specifications list plug and play capability and hot swapping support.
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