8 Port PCI Express to RS232 Serial Adapter Card
- Single Chip
PEX8S952
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Manual Revision: 11/10/2011
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 2
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying Installation................................................................................................................................ 3
Specifications..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information............................................................................5
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Introduction
The PEX8S952 8 Port Native PCI Express RS232 Serial Adapter Card with 16950 UART
allows you to turn a PCI Express slot into eight RS232 (DB9) serial connections using
the included breakout cable.
The serial card is based on a native single chip design, that allows you to harness the
full capability of PCI Express (PCIe) - providing optimum reliability and speed, and
reducing the load applied to the CPU by as much as 48% over conventional serial
cards.
Packaging Contents
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1 x PCI Express Serial Card
1 x 8 port DB9 break-out cable
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
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PCI Express enabled computer with an available PCI Express slot
Microsoft® Windows® 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/ Server 2008 R2/ 7
(32/64-bit), or Windows XPe, or WinCE 4.2/ 5.0/ 6.0, or Linux®
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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely
damaged by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before
opening your computer case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com
recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer
component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any
static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such
as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the PCI
Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer off and any peripherals connected to the computer (i.e. Printers,
external hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the power
supply on the back of the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case. See documentation for your computer
system for details.
3. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case (Refer to documentation for your computer system for details.). Note
that this card will work in PCI Express slots of additional lanes (i.e. x4, x8 or x16 slots).
4. Gently insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the
rear of the case.
5. Place the cover back onto the computer case.
6. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply and reconnect all other
connectors removed in Step 1.
Driver Installation
Windows 2000/ XP/ Server 2003
1. When the Found New Hardware wizard appears on the screen, insert the Driver CD
into your CD-ROM drive. If you are prompted to connect to Windows Update, please
select the “No, not this time”option and click Next.
2. Select the option “Install Drivers Automatically (Recommended)”and then click the
Next button.
3. Windows should now start searching for the drivers. Once this has completed, click
the Finish button.
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Windows Vista/ 7
1. When the Found New Hardware window appears on the screen, click on the “Locate
and install drivers software (recommended)”option. If prompted to search online,
select the “Don’t search online”option.
2. When prompted to insert the disc, insert the Driver CD that came with the
PEX8S952, into your CD-ROM drive and Windows will automatically proceed to
search the CD.
3. If a Windows Security dialog window appears, click the “Install this driver software
anyway”option to proceed.
4. Once the driver is installed, click the Close button.
Verifying Installation
Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 R2/7
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer”(“Computer”in Vista/7), then
select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager
from the left window panel.
*screenshots for reference only
Double-click on the “Ports (COM & LPT)”option. Additional COM ports should be listed
undre this category.
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Specifications
Host Interface
PCI Express x1 (base spec 1.1)
Standard (Full) Profile
Oxford OXPCIe958
Form Factor
Chipset ID
Connectors
8 x DB9 male (via breakout cable)
RS-232
Supported Protocols
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
460 Kbps
-40°C ~ 85°C (-40°F ~ 185°F)
-20°C ~ 85°C (-4°F ~ 185°F)
5% ~ 85% RH
Windows 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP/
Server 2003/ Vista/ Server 2008 R2/ 7
(32/64-bit), Windows XPe, WinCE 4.2/
5.0/ 6.0, Linux
Compatible Operating Systems
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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