DeLOCK PCI Express x1 Card to 2 x USB Type-C™ female

The DeLOCK PCI Express x1 Card to 2 x USB Type-C™ female adds two external USB-C™ ports to a desktop PC. It provides two SuperSpeed USB Type-C™ female connectors supporting USB 3.2 Gen 1 (formerly USB 3.1 Gen 1) with up to 5 Gbit/s data transfer. The card uses a VIA Technologies VL805 controller, fits standard full-height and low-profile brackets, and is compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 8.1. Typical power consumption is 7 W with an output of 5 V and 1.4 A.

Advantages

This PCIe x1 adapter expands available external USB connectivity with two USB-C™ ports on a single card. It supports SuperSpeed data transfer up to 5 Gbit/s, is powered by a VIA VL805 controller for reliable USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance, and includes a form factor compatible with both full-height and low-profile PC cases. The card requires minimal power (typical 7 W) and is compatible with common Windows versions.

Suitable for

• Connecting docking stations and USB-C™ hubs
• Attaching external storage enclosures and SSDs
• Using USB-C™ card readers and peripherals
• Expanding USB ports in compact or full-size desktops

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCIe x1
• Output interface: 2 × USB Type-C™ female, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbit/s)
• Controller: VIA Technologies VL805
• Power consumption: typical 7 W; output: 5 V / 1.4 A
• Form factor: full-height with low-profile support
• Compatibility: Windows 10, Windows 8.1
• Manufacturer MPN: 90493; EAN: 4043619904938

How to use

Install the card into an available PCIe x1 slot on the motherboard, secure it to the case using the bracket screw, and attach the appropriate bracket (full-height or low-profile) if required. After booting the system, install any necessary drivers for Windows 10 or 8.1 if not automatically detected. Connect USB-C™ devices to the external ports; the ports provide USB 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed data transfer up to 5 Gbit/s.

Recommendations

Use quality USB-C™ cables that support SuperSpeed data to achieve the stated 5 Gbit/s transfer rates. For devices requiring additional power, verify peripheral power needs against the card’s 5 V / 1.4 A output and use externally powered hubs or adaptors if necessary.