StarTech.com PEX2PCI4GB User Manual
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation and usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Windows® 2000 / XP Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Windows® NT Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Windows® 98SE/ME Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI Express to Four Slot PCI Expansion Bay.
This product allows you to add PCI expandability to your computer, using an available
PCI Express slot, helping to bridge the gap between older PCI expansion cards and
motherboards with newer interface capabilities.
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Features
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•Supports 1x 2.5Gb/s PCI Express Data Transfer Rates
•PCI Slots are fully PCI Bus Rev. 2.3 Compliant
•Supports both 5V and 3.3V Add-in Cards
•One available PCI Express slot
System Requirements
•Supports Windows 2000/2003/XP/ Vista/Linux/Mac OS X and up
•1 x PCI Expansion Bay
Package Contents
•1 x PCI Express Card
This package should contain:
•Operating System: Windows 2000/2003/XP/ Vista/Linux/Mac OS X and up
•1 x DVI Cable
•1 x Power Adapter
•1 x Instruction Manual
•1 x Driver CD
•1 x Screw Kit
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WARNING: PEX2PCI4 uses a DVI interface to connect the the PCI Express
and PCI components. When connecting the PCI expansion board to the PCI
Express card, please ensure that the DVI port provided by PEX2PCI4 is not
confused with a DVI port provided by the computer video card, as this could
damage the video card, as well as the PCI Express expansion card and PCI
expansion slot board.
1. Turn OFF the computer power before installation.
2. Remove the chassis cover from your computer.
3. Locate an unused PCI Express slot and remove the corresponding slot cover from
rear panel of the computer chassis. Retain the screw (if applicable) used to hold the
slot cover in place.
4. Align the PCI Express card with the unused PCI Express expansion slot. Applying
pressure evenly across the top edge of the expansion card, firmly but gently insert the
card into the slot, ensuring that the card is properly aligned with the rear panel slot.
5. Secure the card to the motherboard and rear chassis, using the screw removed in
step 3.
6. Replace the chassis cover (removed in step 2).
Installing the PCI Express expansion card
PCI Express Host Card (Installed in
computer
Power connection
to Expansion Bay
DVI connection
from host computer
to Expansion Bay
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1. Open the top cover of the Expansion Bay by removing the screws on the top and
side panel.
2. Locate an unused PCI slot and remove the corresponding slot cover from the side
panel of the Expansion Bay, by removing the screws used to hold it in place.
3. Align the PCI card with the unused PCI expansion slot. Applying pressure evenly
across the top edge of the expansion card, firmly but gently insert the card into the
slot, ensuring that the card is properly aligned with the side panel slot. Secure the
PCI card to the slot, using the screw removed in step 2.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining PCI cards you wish to install.
5. Replace the top cover of the Expansion Bay, using the screws that were removed in
step 1.
6. a) Insert the cylindrical metal connector provided by the power adapter into the power
port (marked +12V DC) on the rear panel of the Expansion Bay.
b) Attach the power adapter cable to the power adapter by inserting the double-
cylindrical (plastic) connector to the appropriate port provided by the power
adapter.
c) Connect the power adapter to an available power outlet.
7. Since both the PC system and the Expansion Bay are self-powered, you need to
follow the correct ON/OFF sequence as follows:
Power On Sequence: Power on the Expansion Bay first, then power on your PC
system.
Power Off Sequence: Power off your PC system, then the Expansion Bay
Installing PCI cards in the expansion bay
7. Connect the included DVI cable to the DVI port provided by the newly installed PCI
Express card. Attach the remaining DVI connector provided by the cable to the PCI
Expansion Bay DVI port. NOTE:
When performing this step, please ensure that
the DVI port provided by the PCI Express expansion card is not confused with a
DVI port provided by the computer video card, as this could damage the video
card, as well as the PCI Express expansion card and PCI expansion slot board.
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To install the ExpressBooster software supplied with your card:
1. Locate the setup.exe file found on the driver CD. Assuming
that E: is the designation for your CD/DVD-ROM drive, double
click on E:\Utility\ExpressBooster to launch the setup
program.
2. Follow the setup on-screen instructions; ensure
that there is a checkmark next to PCI Express
Card for Desktops/Servers only (leave the
“Express Card” item un-checked). Proceed with
any further on-screen instructions to complete
the installation.
Software Installation
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DVIDSMM10
10 ft. DVI-D Single Link Display Cable
DVIDSMM15
15 ft. DVI-D Single Link Display Cable
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DVIDSMM20
20 ft. DVI-D Single Link Display Cable
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2 Port PCI 16950 RS-232 Dual Voltage / Dual Profile Serial Card
PCI1S950DV
2 Port PCI 16950 RS-232 Dual Voltage / Dual Profile Serial Card
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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.
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This product is backed by a one 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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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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Bus Type PCI
Connectors
PCI Expansion Box:
1 x DVI D (dual link) Female Connector
PCI Express Card:
1 x DVI D (dual link) female connector
Form Factor PCI Express (x1)
Power Adapter 1 x 12V DC, 3 Amp
OS Support Windows 2000/2003/XP/ Vista/Linux/Mac OS X and up
Regulatory Certifications CE, FCC, ROHS
Revised: 18 April 2007 (Rev. A)
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