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SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK PCIe to USB 3.1 Gen2 10Gbps 2-Port Type-A+Type-C Adapter

SKU CH-JRPN-2KVZ8

Adds one 10 Gbps Type-A and one Type-C port to a desktop via a PCIe x1 slot, compatible with Windows and Linux

  • Adds 10 Gbps Type-A and Type-C ports to any desktop
  • Fits x1, x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slots for simple install
  • Built-in controller keeps external SSDs and drives stable
  • Works with USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1 devices
  • Supports Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and Linux

High-speed USB 3.1 Gen2 expansion

This PCIe add-in card brings two 10 Gbps ports — one Type-A and one Type-C — to a desktop that lacks modern USB connectivity. It installs in any x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot and works with Windows 7 through 10 as well as common Linux distributions. The onboard controller is designed for stable operation with external SSDs, flash drives and everyday peripherals. Backward compatibility covers USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

Low-profile thermals and power

The card draws power directly from the PCIe slot and uses a passive heatsink, so it adds no fan noise to the system. Under typical file-transfer loads the controller stays within normal operating temperatures without extra case airflow. Idle power draw is minimal and does not affect the rest of the platform. No external power connector is required.

Compact bracket and port layout

A standard-height metal bracket fits ordinary ATX and micro-ATX cases; the low-profile bracket is not included. Both ports face the rear panel, keeping cables tidy and preventing accidental disconnects during routine use. The Type-C port accepts reversible plugs for quicker attachment. Builders who need internal headers or more than two ports will need a different adapter.

Highlights

  • Adds 10 Gbps Type-A and Type-C ports to any desktop
  • Fits x1, x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slots for simple install
  • Built-in controller keeps external SSDs and drives stable
  • Works with USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1 devices
  • Supports Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and Linux

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I install the card in a PCIe x1 slot and which step is often missed?

Insert the card into any PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot, secure the bracket screw, then install the driver for Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10 or your Linux distribution; the step most people miss is installing the driver before connecting devices.

What maintenance or replacement will the adapter need over time?

The adapter has no moving parts or consumable components; keep the ports free of dust and reseat the card only if the system stops recognising it.

What limit appears first during sustained 10 Gbps transfers?

The PCIe x1 interface caps sustained throughput at the lane's maximum bandwidth, so long large-file copies will hit that ceiling before the individual 10 Gbps ports do.

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