Longshine LCS-6380-4 USB 3.0 PCIe x1 Adapter Card with 4 External Type-A Ports

Multiplied connectivity for desktop PCs: the Longshine LCS-6380-4 brings four SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports to any standard PCI Express x1 slot. It solves the chronic shortage of external connections, turning a conventional tower into a high-bandwidth hub for external drives, docking stations, and high-end peripherals. With its support for PCIe 2.0 and a dedicated SATA power input, this adapter card ensures stable delivery of up to 5 Gbps per port, even during demanding data transfers.

Highlights

• Adds 4 external USB 3.0 Type-A ports via PCI Express x1
• SuperSpeed data transfers at up to 5 Gbps
• Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices
• Renesas (NEC) µPD720202 controller for reliable performance
• Includes both standard and low-profile brackets
• Powered by an included SATA 15-pin cable for robust port power
• Plug-and-play and hot-swap capable on major operating systems

In daily use

Every USB port becomes immediately available for high-throughput tasks. Offload photos from a memory card reader, sync a smartphone, or operate a bus-powered external SSD without worrying about bandwidth or power dropouts. The included low-profile bracket makes it easy to install into compact chassis, while the standard bracket fits typical desktops. The card supports Windows, Linux, and macOS, so configuration is minimal.

Full specifications

• Host Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x1
• Connector: 4 x USB 3.0 Type-A (external)
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 5 Gbps
• Chipset: Renesas (NEC) µPD720202
• Power Connector: SATA 15-pin
• Power Output: 900 mA per port
• Backward Compatibility: USB 2.0, USB 1.1
• Form Factor: Standard profile with low-profile bracket
• Supported OS: Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP (32/64-bit), Linux, macOS
• Compliance: CE, FCC, RoHS
• Hot-Swap: Yes

Final note

The Longshine LCS-6380-4 is a straightforward solution to expand desktop connectivity. Its combination of four dedicated USB 3.0 ports, a proven controller, and flexible installation options makes it a dependable upgrade for any PCIe-equipped computer.