FIFINE
FIFINE Mini PCI-E to PCI-E 1X Extension Adapter with USB Riser Card
Extends a Mini PCIe slot to a full-size PCIe x1 slot with an integrated USB 2.0 riser using a flexible 90-degree FFC cable
- Extends Mini PCIe slot to full-size PCIe x1 using 90-degree FFC cable
- Supports PCIe 1.1 at 2.5 Gbps and USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps
- Works with half-size and full-size MiniCard adapters after removing extensions
- Accepts x4, x8 and x16 cards through edge-free x1 connector
- Powered by 3.3 V from MiniCard plus 5 V and 12 V from FDD 4-pin
What this adapter does and who uses it
This FIFINE Mini PCI-E to PCI-E 1X extension adapter connects a full-size PCI Express card to a MiniCard slot using a flexible FFC cable. It supports both full-size and half-size MiniCard form factors by removing the extra extensions. The board also provides a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed riser for additional connectivity. Engineers and test technicians use it to debug and validate PCIe devices in constrained spaces.
Thermals noise and power draw in normal use
The adapter draws 3.3V for the PCIe slot from the MiniCard connector and 5V plus 12V for the USB and PCIe power from a standard FDD 4-pin connector. No active cooling components are present on the riser card. The high-quality solder points and plated contacts maintain stable conductivity during typical operation. Power consumption remains limited to the requirements of the attached PCIe x1 card and USB device.
Behaviour under sustained load
The flexible FFC cable is assembled at a 90-degree angle for secure mounting inside a chassis during extended test sessions. Signal integrity is preserved by design techniques that minimise degradation across the extender. The adapter operates driver-free across supported Windows versions from 2000 through 7 64-bit. It functions as a reliable test tool for continuous engineering validation rather than a short-burst diagnostic aid.
Highlights
- Extends Mini PCIe slot to full-size PCIe x1 using 90-degree FFC cable
- Supports PCIe 1.1 at 2.5 Gbps and USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps
- Works with half-size and full-size MiniCard adapters after removing extensions
- Accepts x4, x8 and x16 cards through edge-free x1 connector
- Powered by 3.3 V from MiniCard plus 5 V and 12 V from FDD 4-pin
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How do I install the mini PCI-E to PCI-E 1X extension adapter and what step is often missed?
Connect the mini PCI-E end to the motherboard slot, attach the flexible FFC cable at the 90-degree base, then plug the FDD 4-pin connector for 5V and 12V power; the step often missed is securing the external power.
What maintenance or replacement will this adapter need over time?
The flexible FFC cable and soldered contacts are rated for long use; inspect the cable for creasing and the FDD 4-pin power connection for looseness, replacing the cable if signal integrity drops.
What bandwidth limit appears first under sustained use on this adapter?
The PCI Express 1.1 link caps sustained throughput at 2.5 Gbps per lane, while the USB 2.0 hi-speed interface tops out at 480 Mbps; the lower USB ceiling is reached first.
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