USB Controller Card Renkforce RF-6613198 — 5+2 Ports USB 3.2 Gen 1, PCIe x1

The Renkforce RF-6613198 is a PCIe x1 USB controller card that adds seven USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (five external plus two internal) to compatible desktop systems. Installed into a PCIe x1 slot, the card expands available high-speed USB connectivity for external drives, peripherals and accessories without modifying the system chassis. The controller supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 data rates to reduce file transfer times and increase responsiveness when connecting modern storage devices and high-bandwidth peripherals.

Advantages

The card offers a compact, low-profile design compatible with standard PCIe x1 slots and delivers multiple additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports to accommodate several devices at once. It provides both external and internal connectors for flexible system integration and supports plug-and-play operation on systems with compatible drivers, enabling straightforward installation and immediate expansion of USB capacity.

Suitable for

• Adding extra USB ports for external storage devices and SSD/HDD enclosures
• Connecting multiple peripherals such as keyboards, mice, webcams and printers
• High-bandwidth peripherals like audio interfaces and USB cameras
• Systems with limited rear I/O or many front-panel devices

Key specifications

• Interface: PCI Express x1
• USB standard: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB, up to 5 Gbps per port)
• Port configuration: five external ports and two internal headers
• Form factor: low-profile bracket compatible with compact desktops (verify chassis compatibility)
• Power: bus-powered with option to use motherboard power via internal header for additional stability under load

How to use

Power off the desktop, open the case and install the card into an available PCIe x1 slot. Secure the bracket, close the chassis and power on the system. If required by the operating system, install supplied or downloadable drivers following the manufacturer instructions. After installation, connect external USB devices to the card’s ports or use the internal headers to route connections to front-panel bays or internal adapters. Verify device recognition in the operating system and ensure adequate power delivery for high-current devices.

Usage recommendations

Use high-quality USB cables and, when connecting power-hungry drives or multiple devices, connect the internal power header to the motherboard to ensure stable operation. For optimal performance, connect high-bandwidth storage devices directly to the external SuperSpeed ports and avoid daisy-chaining through unpowered hubs.