Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 Adapter EXSYS EX-11044 PCIe VIA VL805

The EXSYS EX-11044 Internal USB 3.2 Gen 1 Adapter is a PCIe add-in card that provides four external SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for desktop PCs, workstations and servers. Equipped with a VIA VL805 chipset, the card supports backward compatibility with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices and offers data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbit/s. A low-profile bracket is included for installation in slim enclosures (maximum height 8 cm).

Advantages

This adapter delivers four external USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on a single PCIe slot, enabling high-speed connections for external storage enclosures, digital cameras, webcams and scanners. The VIA VL805 chipset ensures compatibility with a wide range of host systems, and the included low-profile bracket increases installation flexibility. The card supports legacy USB speeds (1.5 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 480 Mbps) as well as SuperSpeed transfers at 5 Gbps.

Suitable for

• Adding multiple external USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports to a desktop or server
• Connecting external storage drives and enclosures
• Attaching peripherals such as webcams, scanners and digital cameras
• Upgrading older systems to support USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCIe
• USB standard: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed) with backward compatibility to USB 2.0 and 1.1
• Maximum data rate: 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed)
• Chipset: VIA VL805
• External ports: 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
• Dimensions (approx.): 85 mm × 65 mm
• Included: Standard and low-profile brackets (low-profile supports enclosures up to 8 cm height)
• Product colour: Green, Silver
• Weight: 0.129 kg

How to use

Power off the computer and open the case. Insert the EX-11044 into an available PCIe slot and secure it with the bracket screw. If required, replace the standard bracket with the included low-profile bracket to fit slimmer enclosures. Close the case and power on the system. Install any necessary drivers provided by the operating system or the vendor to enable full functionality. Connect USB devices to the external ports; the card will negotiate the appropriate USB speed for each connected device.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, connect high-speed storage devices directly to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and ensure the host system’s PCIe slot and drivers support the VIA VL805 chipset. Use quality USB cables and avoid routing cables near high-interference sources to maintain stable SuperSpeed transfers.