StarTech.com 4-Slot PCIe Expansion Chassis with PCIe x2 Host Card, PCIe 2.0 – 10Gbps, External PCIe Slots for Desktops/Servers, PCI Express Expansion Box/Adapter, 4 PCIe x1 Slots
- EXPANSION CHASSIS FOR PCIE CARDS: Increase the PCI-e slot count of a desktop computer or server; Add four external PCIe x1 slots; PCI Express 2.0 x2 proprietary USB-C Host Card with locking port; 5.9ft (1.8m) USB-C locking cable included
- RUGGED CONSTRUCTION: PCI Express expansion box is built with SECC steel to withstand harsh conditions and up to 140°F (60°C); Vented chassis for cooling; Quiet operation; Power adapter (12V 3A) included, terminal block port (12-24 VDC) available
- HASSLE FREE UPGRADES: Connect add-on cards (e.g., USB, Ethernet, SFP, Serial, and I/O Cards) to a host system with limited expansion slots; Implement fast deployments and reduce the cost and downtime required to configure an existing or new host system
- COMPATIBILITY: This PCIe expansion chassis is OS independent and requires no additional software; Windows, macOS, and Linux are supported; Installed add-on card may require additional drivers and specific supported OS; Not meant to be used with GPUs
- THE IT PRO’S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this external PCIe expansion chassis for desktop is backed for two years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
Steel Housing | Mounting Brackets | Screw-lock USB-C Cable
The robust expansion chassis supports 4 PCIe x1 add-on cards and features up to 10Gbps of total bandwidth. The expansion chassis connects to the host using a proprietary USB-C PCIe x2 adapter card and a locking USB Type-C cable. Take advantage of features such as Wake-on-LAN (WoL), support for PCI Express Advanced Error Reporting (AER), backwards compatibility, and multiple power capabilities.
External PCIe Expansion Box
The chassis communicates with the desktop computer or server using a host card (PCIe 2.0 x2) in combination with the 5.9ft (1.8m) USB Type-C (USB-C) cable with screw-locks. The included low-profile bracket widens the compatibility as you can install the host card in small form factor (SFF) systems. Features support for PCI-E Advanced Error Reporting (AER) and EndPoint Cyclic Redundancy Check (ECRC). Both of these PCIe features to aid in establishing and maintaining PCIe connections between devices.
The PCI Express expansion box does not require drivers to be installed. It is operating system independent and compatible with Windows, Linux, or macOS. Note: the expansion cards installed in the chassis may require drivers.
Robust Construction
The expansion chassis is built with SECC galvanized steel, enabling it to operate in harsh environments. It features an operating temperature range of 32° to 140°F (0° to 60°C). The vented design of the chassis allows for passive cooling and quiet operation. Secure the enclosure to the desired location using the mounting brackets and included hardware.
Power Options
Power the expansion chassis via the PCIe Host Adapter Card with 5 or 12VDC delivered through the USB Type-C cable, the DC power adapter 12V 3A, or the terminal block port that supports 12 to 24VDC and 3A.
Applications
There are multiple application scenarios:
• Upgrade or swap cards with ease.
• Test hardware between multiple computers, operating systems, or with different devices/peripherals.
• Maximize the I/O capabilities of the host system by installing Ethernet or fiber, USB, serial, or parallel PCIe cards.
Avoid costly computer/server upgrades when more expansion slots are unavailable.
The external PCIe slots for desktop is backed for two years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance.
The StarTech.com Advantage
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| PCI Express slots quantity | 4 |
| Expansion card standard | PCIe 2.0 |
| Host interface gender | Female |
| Output interface | PCIe, Terminal |
| Host interface | USB Type-C |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Purpose | PC |
| Product colour | Black |
| Internal | No |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Data transfer rate (max) | 10 Gbit/s |
| Chipset | ASMedia – ASM1806 |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| External power adapter | Yes |
| Power supply input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
| Output current | 3 A |
| Output voltage | 12 V |
| Power consumption (typical) | 36 W |
| Operational conditions | |
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 – 95% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 – 75 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 – 60 °C |
| Packaging data | |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 6 kg |
| Package height | 240 mm |
| Package depth | 200 mm |
| Package width | 420 mm |
| User guide | Yes |
| Mounting brackets included | Yes |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to USB Type-C |
| Power supply included | Yes |
| Logistics data | |
|---|---|
| Master (outer) case height | 270 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 430 mm |
| Master (outer) case width | 520 mm |
| Products per master (outer) case | 2 pc(s) |
| Other features | |
|---|---|
| Material | Steel |
- manual pdf
- leaflet
