This multiport PCI Express RS232 serial adapter card lets you add two RS232 (DB9) serial ports to your computer through a PCI Express (PCIe) slot, as if they were native serial ports. The dual port PCIe serial card enables you to interact with serial devices, such as card readers, printers, PIN pads, and modems, at speeds of up to 921.6Kbps.

FEATURES

• 2 PORT SERIAL CARD: Serial controller card w/16950 UART based on ASIX AX99100, allows 2× DB9 ports w/bi-directional RS232 speeds up to 921.6Kbps per port, available 256 byte FIFO buffer & 9th data bit | Upgraded version of our popular card PEX2S952
• OPTIONAL CONFIGURABLE POWER: PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card provides choice of 12v, 5v, or none through pin 9; Each of the 2 ports are individually configurable
• STANDARD PROFILE & LOW PROFILE BRACKET: PCIe multiport serial card comes w/ a standard bracket pre-installed & 2× low profile brackets incl for versatile install; supports Windows & Linux
• VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: For standard profile desktop/servers with uses in point of sale terminals, PLCs, control/automation in factories, scientific sensors, medical equipment, scanners, oscilloscope
• THE IT PRO’S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this PCIe serial adapter card is backed for life, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
• Maximum Compatibility
  • With broad OS support, including for Windows and Linux, this 2 port PCI E serial card is easy to integrate into mixed environments. The card comes pre-configured with a full-profile bracket, and includes optional low-profile brackets, so installation is easy regardless of the case form factor. This card is a direct replacement for PEX2S952.
• Experience Optimal Technology
  • This PCIe to serial adapter supports the following features:
    • Industry standard 16950 UART compatible
    • Supports max baud rate of up-to 921.6Kbps
    • Provides 5/12V power output on Pin 9 when external power is connected
    • 256-byte depth FIFO cache per transmitter and receiver
    • Supports 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 data bits (one per port)
    • Asix AX99100 chipset
    • Base PCI Express 1.1 compliant
    • Low and full-profile brackets included
• The Choice of IT Pros Since 1985
  • StarTech.com conducts thorough compatibility and performance testing on all our products to ensure we are meeting or exceeding industry standards and providing high-quality products to IT Professionals. Our local StarTech.com Technical Advisors have broad product expertise and work directly with our StarTech.com Engineers to provide support for our customers both pre and post-sales.
  • PEX2S953 is backed by a StarTech.com lifetime warranty and free lifetime technical support.
• Applications
  • Connect to automated self-service kiosks or ATM machines
  • Connect in retail POS applications
  • Install in home or office workstations
  • Connect serial printers and other legacy devices to modern computers

SPECIFICATIONS

• Warranty Information:
  • Warranty: Lifetime
• Connector(s):
  • Connector Type(s): 1 – PCI Express x1
  • Internal Ports: 1 – LP4 (4 pin; Large Drive Power)
  • External Ports: 2 – DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub)
• Environmental:
  • Operating Temperature: –10°C to 80°C (14°F to 176°F)
  • Storage Temperature: –20°C to 100°C (-4°F to 212°F)
  • Humidity: 5~85% RH
• Hardware:
  • Ports: 2
  • Interface: Serial
  • Bus Type: PCI Express
  • Card Type: Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
  • Port Style: Integrated on Card
  • Chipset ID: Asix AX99100
• Packaging Information:
  • Package Height: 1.2 in [3.0 cm]
  • Package Length: 5.6 in [14.2 cm]
  • Shipping (Package) Weight: 4.8 oz [136.0 g]
  • Package Width: 6.7 in [17.0 cm]
• Performance:
  • Serial Protocol: RS-232
  • Max Baud Rate: 921.6 Kbps
  • Data Bits: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
  • FIFO: 256 Bytes
  • Flow Control: None, Xon/Xoff, RTS/CTS
  • Parity: None, Odd, Even, Space, Mark
  • Stop Bits: 1, 1.5, 2
  • MTBF: 222,366 hours
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Product Height: 0.6 in [1.5 cm]
  • Product Length: 3.0 in [7.5 cm]
  • Weight of Product: 2.0 oz [56.0 g]
  • Product Width: 2.5 in [6.3 cm]
  • Color: Green
  • Material: Steel
• Software:
  • OS Compatibility:
  • Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
  • Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016
  • Linux 2.4.x to 2.6.x LTS Versions only
  • Microsoft WHQL Certified: Yes
• Special Notes / Requirements:
  • Note: Selectable power output on pin 9 of the serial port
• What's in the Box:
  • Included in Package:
    • 1 – Two Port Serial Card
    • 2 – Low Profile Bracket
    • 1 – Quick Start Guide