StarTech PEX2PCIE4L PCI Express to 2 PCI and 2 PCIe Full Length Expansion Enclosure System TAA

The StarTech PEX2PCIE4L PCI Express to 2 PCI and 2 PCIe Full Length Expansion Enclosure System is an external I/O expansion solution designed to add additional slots to almost any PCI Express enabled computer setup. Built for professional workstations and servers, this self-powered expansion chassis connects via a single PCI Express connection and a 0.9-meter cable, allowing your system to accommodate full-length expansion cards up to 35 cm. Featuring a robust steel construction, it meets the physical and operational demands of industrial and professional environments while maintaining reliable performance through certified standards such as ROHS, CE, and FCC.

Advantages

This expansion enclosure system offers a cost-effective and time-saving method to expand your workstation capabilities without upgrading your main computer motherboard. It supports both 5V and 3.3V add-in PCI cards along with two PCIe single-lane ports, ensuring broad hardware compatibility. The inclusion of an on/off button and a self-powered design provide convenient control over your hardware. Additionally, its rugged steel chassis ensures long-lasting durability in demanding settings, while advanced error reporting features help maintain system stability.

Suitable for

• Adding full-length expansion cards to professional workstations
• Expanding I/O capabilities on PCI Express enabled servers
• Industrial and server environments requiring rugged hardware enclosures
• Swapping specialized PCI and PCIe cards between desktop setups

This product may not be suitable for standard consumer desktop setups that lack PCI Express slot availability or do not require specialized full-length expansion cards. It is also not intended for casual home computing tasks where external I/O expansion chassis architectures are unnecessary.

Key specifications

• Expansion ports: 2 PCI ports (32-bit/33 MHz) and 2 PCIe single-lane ports (250 MBps bandwidth)
• Maximum card length support: Full-length cards up to 35 cm
• Output voltage and current: 12 V, 3 A
• Chassis material: Steel construction
• Cable length: 0.9 m
• Input voltage compatibility: 115 - 230 V
• Certifications: ROHS, CE, FCC

To use the enclosure, connect the host controller card to your computer's motherboard and link it to the external chassis using the provided cable and DVI connection. Secure your required PCI or PCIe expansion cards into the full-length slots inside the rugged steel enclosure. Power on the self-powered expansion system using the integrated on/off switch, ensuring that the connected host computer recognizes the newly accessible slots as if they were integrated directly onto the motherboard.

What to consider before purchase

• Verify that your host computer has an available PCI Express slot for the controller card
• Check the physical space requirements for the enclosure dimensions of 137 mm width, 382 mm depth, and 143 mm height
• Confirm that your add-in cards match the 32-bit/33 MHz PCI or single-lane PCIe specifications
• Ensure your setup requires full-length cards up to 35 cm

Usage recommendations: Place the expansion enclosure on a stable, well-ventilated surface away from heat sources and moisture. Ensure that the input voltage matches the 115-230 V operating range and verify all cable connections before powering on the system using the integrated switch.