USB 2.0 PCI Card LOGILINK PC0028 — 4 external + 1 internal USB 2.0 ports, VIA VT6212L chipset

The LOGILINK USB 2.0 PCI Card PC0028 provides an easy way to add four external and one internal USB 2.0 ports to a desktop PC or Mac through a PCI host interface. Based on the VIA VT6212L chipset, the adapter supports USB 2.0 high-speed transfers up to 480 Mbit/s and is compatible with a wide range of USB peripherals including printers, external hard drives, scanners, keyboards and mice. The card is compliant with common safety and environmental standards, making it suitable for extending system connectivity in home and office environments.

Advantages

The card delivers additional USB 2.0 ports without requiring front-panel modifications or complex driver installations on most modern operating systems. It provides a compact, low-profile solution that installs directly into an available PCI slot and exposes four external ports for easy access as well as one internal header for connecting front-panel USB brackets or internal devices. The VIA VT6212L chipset ensures stable throughput for typical peripheral tasks and broad compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices.

Suitable for

• Connecting printers, scanners and multi-function devices
• Adding external storage such as USB flash drives and external HDD/SSD
• Attaching input devices: keyboards, mice, game controllers
• Providing a rear-panel USB hub expansion for older desktops
• Connecting USB accessories that require a reliable 2.0 interface

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCI
• External ports: 4 × USB 2.0 Type-A
• Internal header: 1 × USB 2.0 internal connector for front-panel or internal devices
• Chipset: VIA VT6212L (USB 2.0 high-speed support)
• Maximum transfer rate: up to 480 Mbit/s (USB 2.0 high-speed)
• Compatibility: backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices
• Compliance: conforms to common safety and environmental standards (ROHS, FCC, CE)

How to use

Power down the computer and unplug it from the mains before installation. Open the computer case, locate an available PCI slot on the motherboard and remove the corresponding expansion slot cover on the chassis. Insert the card into the PCI slot until it is seated firmly and secure it with the chassis screw. Close the case, reconnect power and boot the system. In most modern operating systems the card will be recognized automatically; if necessary, install supplied or downloadable drivers for full functionality. Connect external devices to the rear USB ports or use the internal header to link a front-panel USB bracket or internal peripherals.

Usage recommendations

For stable performance, connect high-bandwidth devices such as external hard drives directly to the card’s USB 2.0 ports and avoid using multiple high-speed devices through passive hubs on the same controller. Ensure the system BIOS and operating system are up to date and, where applicable, install the manufacturer’s driver to guarantee maximum compatibility and transfer rates.