5-Port USB 2.0 PCI Card
The USB 2.0 PCI 5 Port is a high-speed Universal Serial Bus (USB) host adapter
that has more user-friendly features than the current I/O interfaces such as
serial/parallel ports. It works with all types of USB devices including digital
cameras, video cameras, printers, scanners, joysticks and more. With hot-swapping
feature, it allows you to attach/remove USB devices without re-configure setting
or turning your system off. With this USB 2.0 PCI 5 port, you can enjoy instant,
no hassle new peripheral connections and expansions.
Detailed Features
Specifications
USB 2.0 PCI Card -- 4 External Port +1 Internal Port
All downstream facing ports can handle high speed (480Mbps), full speed
(12Mbps) and low speed (1.5Mbps) transactions.
Compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 (Data Rate
1.5/12/480 Mbps)
Compliant with Open Host Controller Interface Specification for USB Rev
1.0a
Compliant with Enhanced Host Controller Interface Specification for USB
Rev 0.95
PCI multi-function device consists of two OHCI Host Controller cores for
full-/low-speed signaling and one EHCI Host Controller cores for high-speed
signaling
Supports PCI-Bus Power Management Interface Specification release 1.1
Plug & Play and Hot Swapping functions
A Closer Look Minimum System Requirements
Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP for USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Mac OS X for USB 1.1 and USB 2.0
Mac OS 8.6 or above for USB 1.1 only
Latest Owner Reviews
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REVIEW BY: homescoolf Reviewed
Jul 21, 2008
This devicecame without one piece of literature at all! Luckily I knew how to put the card into the computer, BUT not one pice of paper to tell you which driver to use with that card. The mini-CD comes with about 6 different USB card softwares; depends on which type you get I suppose. Plus their are other card softwares on that CD. If you unknowingly put in the wrong card, this could cause big trouble. Put the CD into the player, and let hardware manager scan for the proper driver is your vest cet. MY ADVICE: GET A BETTER CARD!
REVIEW BY: jmp478 Reviewed
May 31, 2008
Don't waste your money on this.
I bought one for my Powermac G4. It showed up fine in Leopard, but then I started having problems.
I am constantly getting ''USB Overcurrent'' warnings telling me that the USB port will be disabled.
Only 3 of the 5 USB ports actually work. My Mac either shuts off the rest or they just don't work.
A word of warning for Mac users: Don't buy any USB cards with a VIA or ALI Chipset. They almost always have problems with Macs. Get a card that has the NEC chipset.
Overall, an okay card for the price. only 3 out of the 5 ports work and it's giving OS X overcurrent warnings. Save your money for a decent USB card.
REVIEW BY: Bad Dog Reviewed
May 29, 2008
This USB card is great! I have a USB inkjet printer, USB speakers, and 2 USB flash drives. This PCI card detects them all and works sonic fast. Hint: if you're having problems with your PCI USB extension card, the PCI slot on your mobo might not work. Consider that before you try to take the card back. I'm glad I decided to keep the card instead. Thanks again TigerD!
REVIEW BY: dmx Reviewed
Mar 13, 2008
Some had luck buying this USB2 PCI card. I for one lost my gamble.
The card freezes the machine about once a day, or whenever it has to handle a few minutes of transfer. I have tried it with different drivers, in different slots, have taken it out to test the machine with another card for a few days and tried it again after, three times. The card is the culprit. The only thing I haven't done is to try it on another computer. No more time to waste with this 12$ card. To the wastebasket it goes.
REVIEW BY: TTH Reviewed
Nov 09, 2007
I purchased two of these sorry pieces of equipment. They have not worked properly in any of the 6 computers I have tried them in. Masscool technical support will not respond to emails or phone calls. I will assume I am stuck with two pieces of junk.
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12 Easy Steps to Installing a PCI Adapter
Card
The simple task of installing a PCI adapter card into a desktop computer
takes only a few minutes. All you need to complete the job is our handy
step-by-step, photo-illustrated guide and a Philips screwdriver. Please
note that there are many PCI adapters that can be installed in your computer
system. Therefore, this brief guide only covers the physical installation
of the card itself. To install peripheral attachments you will need to consult
the installation directions that come with the adapter card.
12 Easy Steps to Installing a PCI Adapter
Card
The simple task of installing a PCI adapter card into a desktop computer
takes only a few minutes. All you need to complete the job is our handy
step-by-step, photo-illustrated guide and a Philips screwdriver. Please
note that there are many PCI adapters that can be installed in your computer
system. Therefore, this brief guide only covers the physical installation
of the card itself. To install peripheral attachments you will need to consult
the installation directions that come with the adapter card.
What Is USB 2.0?
USB 1.1 was great when it was introduced almost a decade ago. But
the newer USB 2.0 transfers data dramatically faster - up to 40 times
quicker. Plus, USB 2.0 provides additional bandwidth for multimedia and
storage applications, which are growing larger every year. Also to your
advantage is the fact that USB 2.0 is forward and backward compatible with
USB 1.1, which means that cables and connectors made for the original USB
configuration will also work perfectly in a USB 2.0 port, though some newer
devices are specifically designed for USB 2.0. It is always a good
idea to verify the version of USB supported by each device you want to use.
Contents of package may vary from those pictured and stated here,
due to changes in manufacturer's specifications or merchandising.
Please check the product information carefully, items not included
may no longer be required.
Masscool 5-Port USB 2.0 4-External/1-Internal PCI Card
$9.99
Manufactured by:
Masscool by Fanner Tech Mfg Part No:
MTU25 UPC No:
955984410010 Box Size:
( Length:
7, Width:
2, Depth:
5 )
Shipping Weight:
.1000 pound(s)
Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
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