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Fervit

Fervit U3-038 4 Port PCI-E to USB 3.0 Hub Card

SKU CH-A598-29V1K

Adds four USB 3.0 ports via a PCI Express x1 slot with 5000 Mbps peak transfer

  • Add four USB 3.0 ports via a single PCIe x1 slot
  • 5000 Mbps peak throughput for fast external drives
  • Backward compatible with 1.5, 12 and 480 Mbps devices
  • Requires VLI driver installation before use
  • Fervit U3-038 expansion card, new condition

Fervit U3-038 USB 3.0 Expansion Card

The Fervit U3-038 adds four external USB 3.0 ports to a desktop computer through a single-lane PCI Express Gen2 slot. It delivers maximum data transfer rates of 5000 Mbps and maintains backward compatibility with 1.5, 12 and 480 Mbps speeds. A VLI USB 3.0 driver must be installed on the host system before use.

Desktop builders needing extra USB Type-A ports

This card suits builders who need additional USB 3.0 Type-A connections for peripherals such as external drives, printers or scanners. It is not for systems that lack a free PCI Express x1 slot. It is not for users who cannot install the required VLI driver or who need USB Type-C connectors.

Single-lane PCI Express Gen2 interface

The card operates in a single-lane PCI Express Gen2 slot, which determines the maximum bandwidth available to the four ports. Verify that your motherboard provides a compatible x1 or larger slot before purchasing.

Highlights

  • Add four USB 3.0 ports via a single PCIe x1 slot
  • 5000 Mbps peak throughput for fast external drives
  • Backward compatible with 1.5, 12 and 480 Mbps devices
  • Requires VLI driver installation before use
  • Fervit U3-038 expansion card, new condition

Specifications

BrandFervit

Questions about this item

What real-world throughput will I see from the 5 Gbps ports once the card is installed in my PC?

The card uses a single-lane PCI Express Gen 2 link, so total bandwidth is shared across the four ports and will not exceed the bus limit.

Which PCI Express slot type and generation does this adapter require?

It plugs into any x1 or larger slot and operates in Gen 2 mode using a single lane.

What physical space and power connections does the card need to fit in my case?

The bracket provides four external USB 3.0 ports and occupies one low-profile expansion slot.

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