Introduction

The ECUSB3S11 Flush Mount 1-Port USB 3.0 ExpressCard lets you add a single USB 3.0 port connection to your laptop through an ExpressCard slot.

The USB 3.0 adapter uses a unique form factor design that allows it to sit fully in a standard 34mm ExpressCard slot without sticking out. The port sits virtually flush with the sides of the laptop, enabling you to leave the card installed even while on the move, without fear of damage to the card or slot.

Enhanced with UASP support (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), this USB 3.0 controller performs up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when paired with a [%group id="114" text="UASP supported enclosure" append_qs="filter_UASP_YN=Yes"%] (Note: UASP requires a compatible operating system). Using a more efficient protocol than the traditional USB BOT (Bulk-Only Transport), UASP technology optimizes transfers by allowing multiple commands to be processed simultaneously, significantly increasing transfer speeds for less wait time on data transfers. See our UASP test results below for further details.

The USB 3.0 ExpressCard adapter supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps, and is still backward compatible with USB 2.0 at up to 480Mbps, or USB 1.1/1.0 at up to 12/1.5 Mbps respectively.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Improved Performance with UASP

UASP is supported in Windows 8, Server 2012 and Linux kernel 2.6.3 or later. In testing UASP performed with up to a 70% faster read / 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.

At the same peak in testing, UASP also showed up to an 80% reduction in required processor resources.

Test results were obtained using an Intel Ivy Bridge system, StarTech.com add-on USB 3.0 cards, a UASP-enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

Benefits

• Eliminate the worry of snagging or hitting the ExpressCard with a unique Flush Mount design
• Increase productivity with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity, while remaining backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x devices
• Time-saving file transfers, up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 when used with a UASP-supported enclosure

Features

• Unique flush-mount form factor design
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant host interface with support for transfer rates up to 5 Gbps
• UASP support for more efficient data transfer
• Provides up to 850mA of power over USB
• Backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.x devices
• Works with most Windows based operating systems
• Compliant with USB 3.0 base specification 1.0 and xHCI specification 0.95
• Includes 34mm to 54mm ExpressCard stabilizer bracket

Specification

Connector Type(s): ExpressCard (34mm)

External Ports: USB Type-A (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -10°C to 85°C (14°F to 185°F)

Humidity: 5% ~ 95% RH

Ports: 1

Interface: USB 3.0

Bus Type: ExpressCard

Card Type: 34mm ExpressCard

Port Style: Integrated on Card

Chipset ID: Renesas/NEC - µPD720202

Package Quantity: 1

Shipping (Package) Weight: 99 g [3.5 oz]

Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support: Yes

Product Length: 75 mm [3 in]

Product Width: 34 mm [1.3 in]

Product Height: 5 mm [0.2 in]

Product Weight: 17.5 g [0.6 oz]

OS Compatibility: Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10

System and Cable Requirements: Available ExpressCard slot

Note: The maximum throughput of this card is limited by the host bus interface. If used with ExpressCard Gen 1.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 2.5 Gbps. If used with ExpressCard Gen 2.0 enabled computers, the max throughput is 5 Gbps.

Included in Package: Slim ExpressCard adapter

DC to USB Adapter Cable

34mm to 54mm Stabilizer Bracket

Driver CD

Instruction Manual