Interface Card DeLOCK 89301 Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1

The DeLOCK 89301 is an internal interface card that adds three external USB 3.0 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports and one internal USB 3.0 port to a desktop PC via a PCIe host interface. Equipped with a VLI chipset, the card supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbit/s and is compatible with older USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices, allowing connection of devices such as docking stations, card readers and external enclosures. The card is designed for installation in systems that support PCIe expansion and is compatible with Windows 7 Home Premium and Professional editions.

Advantages

The interface card increases available USB ports without requiring external hubs and provides high-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 transfer performance up to 5 Gbit/s. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ensures continued use of existing peripherals. A dedicated internal USB port enables connection to front-panel housings or internal devices.

Suitable for

• Adding additional external USB ports to a desktop PC
• Connecting high-speed USB 3.0 devices such as docking stations and external enclosures
• Providing an internal USB connection for front-panel headers or internal card readers

Key specifications

• Brand: DELOCK
• Model / MPN: 89301
• Host interface: PCIe
• Output interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
• Ports: 3 external USB-A ports, 1 internal USB-A header
• Chipset: VLI
• Maximum data rate: up to 5 Gbit/s
• Operating system compatibility: Windows 7 Home Premium / Professional (and newer Windows versions)
• Form factor: internal PCIe expansion card

How to use

Power off the PC and insert the card into an available PCIe slot on the motherboard. Secure the card in the chassis, connect any required internal USB header cable to the front-panel connector or internal device, then power on the system. Install drivers if prompted by the operating system or use drivers provided by the manufacturer to ensure full USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance. After installation, connect external USB devices to the available USB-A ports.

Recommendations

Install the card in a free PCIe slot and use USB 3.0 cables and devices to achieve the stated 5 Gbit/s transfer speeds. For best results, ensure the system BIOS and operating system have the latest updates and drivers installed.