RENKFORCE 4-portová USB 3.0 PCI Express karta s NEC čipsetom

Expand your desktop PC with four high-speed USB 3.0 ports using the RENKFORCE 4 Port USB 3.0 PCI Express Card. Ideal for users who need to connect multiple external drives, cameras, or other peripherals simultaneously, this card installs into a standard PCI Express x1 slot. The NEC/Renesas µPD720201 chipset ensures reliable SuperSpeed data transfers up to 5 Gbps, with backward compatibility to USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices.

Key specifications

• Host Interface: PCI Express x1
• External Ports: 4x USB 3.0 Type-A Female
• USB Standard: USB 3.0 SuperSpeed (5 Gbps)
• Backward Compatibility: USB 2.0, USB 1.1
• Chipset: NEC/Renesas µPD720201
• Power Connector: 15-pin SATA Power
• PCI Express Revision: 2.0
• Operating System Support: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 (32/64-bit), Linux
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Overcurrent Protection: Yes (per port)
• Max Output Current per Port: 900 mA

Why choose it

This card provides a straightforward upgrade for older systems lacking USB 3.0 ports, delivering fast file transfers and stable connectivity. The SATA power connector ensures each port can supply up to 900 mA, enough for bus-powered external drives. Plug-and-play installation on modern Windows versions makes setup quick, while Linux support offers flexibility for open-source users.

Ideal use cases

• Adding USB 3.0 to a desktop PC for external SSD/HDD backups
• Connecting multiple USB devices like webcams, printers, and card readers
• Upgrading an older workstation for faster peripheral data transfer

Good to know

The card uses a standard profile bracket, fitting most desktop cases. A driver may be required for Windows XP or Vista; Windows 7 and later typically install automatically. The NEC chipset is widely recognized for stable USB 3.0 performance.