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Vantec 2S1P PCIE Serial and Parallel Combo Host Card
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Vantec 2S1P PCIE Serial and Parallel Combo Host Card

Bottom line: The Vantec 2S1P PCIE Serial and Parallel Combo Host Card 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

  • ✓ Supports 2 x UART serial ports: Allows connection of two UART serial devices
  • ✓ Backed by Vantec'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

VANTEC 2S1P PCIE SERIAL AND PARALLEL COMBO HOST CARD

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Vantec 2S1P PCIE Serial and Parallel Combo Host Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. Vantec'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

  • Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification 1.1: Meets the requirements of the PCI Express Base Specification 1.1
  • Supports 2 x UART serial ports: Allows connection of two UART serial devices
  • Built-in 16C450/550 compatible UART: Features a UART interface compatible with 16C450/550 standards
  • On chip 256 byte FIFOs in transmit and receive path of each serial port: Provides 256 bytes of FIFO storage in the transmit and receive path of each serial port
  • Data transfer rate up to 230400bps: Supports data transfer rates of up to 230.4 Kbps
  • Supports Standard Parallel Port (SPP), Enhanced Parallel (EPP) & Enhanced Capability Port (ECP): Compatible with SPP, EPP, and ECP parallel port standards

Full Specifications

BrandVantec
Style2 Serial, 1 Parallel
Style Name2 Serial, 1 Parallel
Unit Count1.0 Count
Model NumberUGT-PCE2S1P
Built-In MediaItem
Mfr Part NumberUGT-PCE2S1P
Compatible DevicesPrinter
Hardware InterfacePCIE x 1
Item Dimensions L x W x H3.19"W x 0.75"H
Supports 2 x UART serial portsAllows connection of two UART serial devices
Data transfer rate up to 230400bpsSupports data transfer rates of up to 230.4 Kbps
Global Trade Identification Number00844767020372, 04716872101269
Built-in 16C450/550 compatible UARTFeatures a UART interface compatible with 16C450/550 standards

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