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SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK PCIe x1 4×USB 3.0 + USB-C Low Profile

SKU CH-RSDY-0CW68

Adds four USB 3.0 Type-A ports and one USB-C port via a PCIe x1 slot, includes a low-profile bracket for 2U rack chassis, and supports Windows and Linux systems

  • Adds 4 USB 3.0 Type-A and 1 USB-C port via PCIe x1
  • Delivers up to 5Gbps bandwidth for fast file transfers and SSD syncing
  • Includes low-profile bracket engineered for 2U rack server chassis
  • Uses high-efficiency controller chip for low CPU load and stable operation
  • Works with Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Server and mainstream Linux

PCIe x1 USB 3.0 Expansion Card

This PCIe x1 expansion card adds four USB 3.0 Type-A ports and one USB-C port to a desktop PC or 2U rack server. It installs in a single PCI Express 1X slot and provides up to 5Gbps bandwidth for fast file transfers and peripheral connectivity. A low-profile bracket is included for narrow chassis installations.

Fits compact servers and legacy OS environments

Suitable for system builders who need extra external USB ports in a 2U rack chassis or a standard desktop with a free x1 slot. It supports Windows 7 through 11, Windows Server and mainstream Linux distributions. Not suited for builds requiring internal USB headers or more than five additional ports.

Single PCIe x1 slot requirement

The card occupies one PCI Express 1X slot and delivers five external ports under the USB 3.0 protocol at 5Gbps maximum speed. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices is maintained. Ensure the motherboard has an available x1 slot before purchase.

Highlights

  • Adds 4 USB 3.0 Type-A and 1 USB-C port via PCIe x1
  • Delivers up to 5Gbps bandwidth for fast file transfers and SSD syncing
  • Includes low-profile bracket engineered for 2U rack server chassis
  • Uses high-efficiency controller chip for low CPU load and stable operation
  • Works with Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Server and mainstream Linux

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What motherboard slot must be free to install this card?

An available PCI Express 1X slot is required for installation.

Will my USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices still work with the expanded ports?

Yes, all five ports are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 legacy devices.

How can I verify the card is operating correctly after fitting it?

Check Device Manager or run lsusb to see the new USB controller and attached devices listed without errors.

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