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StarTech PCI Express to 2 PCI & 2 PCIe Expansion Enclosure (PEX2PCIE4L) | System, Full Length
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StarTech PCI Express to 2 PCI & 2 PCIe Expansion Enclosure (PEX2PCIE4L) | System, Full Length

Bottom line: The StarTech PCI Express to 2 PCI & 2 PCIe Expansion Enclosure is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Self-powered PCI/PCIe expansion system with an on/off button
  • ✓ Backed by StarTech.com's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

The PEX2PCIE4L PCI/PCI Express Expansion Chassis provides a quick and simple I/O expansion solution to almost any PCI Express (PCIe) enabled system. Adding PCI/PCIe cards to a server or workstation, or providing a platform to swap cards between a mobile and desktop setup is a cost-effective and time-saving solution for maximizing the I/O capabilities of your system. The external expansion chassis adds two full-length (35cm) PCI slots (32-bit/33MHz), as well as two PCIe x1 (single-lane) slots to a host computer through a single PCI Express connection. Providing total bandwidth up to 250MBps…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech PCI Express to 2 PCI & 2 PCIe Expansion Enclosure using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. StarTech.com's expansion cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for expansion cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Expansion bay providing 2 PCI ports (32-bit/33 MHz), and 2 PCIe single-lane ports (250MBps)
  • Self-powered PCI/PCIe expansion system with an on/off button
  • Rugged steel construction satisfies demands of industrial and server environments
  • Supports both 5V and 3.3V & 5V add-in PCI cards
  • Complies with PCI 2.3 and PCIe 1.1 specifications

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
Style2 Slot PCI + 2 Slot PCIe
Style Name2 Slot PCI + 2 Slot PCIe
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberPEX2PCIE4L
Mfr Part NumberPEX2PCIE4L
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Server, Workstation
Hardware InterfacePCI
Warranty Description2 Years
Global Trade Identification Number00065030835305

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