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8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card for Windows and Linux Desktop PCs, 4X Dedicated 5Gbps USB 3.0 Channel 20Gbps Bandwidth, Built in FebSmart Self-Powered Technology (FS-4C-U8S-Pro)
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FebSmart 8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card for Windows and Linux Desktop PCs

Bottom line: The FebSmart 8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category, priced around $99.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

$99.99

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Backed by FebSmart'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

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored FebSmart 8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the expansion cards category. FebSmart'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

  • 1. FS-4C-U8S-Pro is a PCIE X4 interface to 4 channel 8-Ports USB 3.0 expansion card. Allow users add 4X dedicated USB 3.0 5Gbps channels, 20Gbps total bandwidth on 8X superspeed 5Gbps max USB 3.0 ports. It is mainly used on Desktop PCs, Working Stations, and NAS for high-bandwidth USB 3.0 devices which including USB industrial cameras, USB VR-Systems, USB 3.0 NVME enclosures, USB live broadcast devices, USB 3.0 SSD/HDD enclosures, USB 3.0 video adapters and USB 3.0 universal docking stations.
  • 2. Based on 1X ASMedia ASM1812 20Gbps PCIE bridge controller and 4X RENESAS UPD720201 USB 3.0 host controller. Provide 4X independent USB 3.0 5Gbps channels, 20Gbps total bandwidth. 4X external USB-A and 2X internal 19Pin USB 3.0 header (2X 19Pin USB 3.0 header will extend to 4X USB-A ports on Desktop PCs front panel), 8X USB 3.0 5Gbps max ports in total. 1X external USB 3.0 port and 1X internal USB 3.0 port will share 1X USB 3.0 5Gbps bandwidth. 8X USB 3.0 Ports will share 20Gbps bandwidth.
  • 3. Built in FebSmart Self-Powered Technology, no need to plug any additional power cables from Desktop PCs Power Supply Unit. Allow each USB 3.0 channel two USB 3.0 ports get 5V/3A 15W (5V/12A 60W in total) max power supply from motherboard for connected high power consumption USB 3.0 devices. FebSmart add 8X electronic safety fuse and 8X voltage stable capacitor and 4X voltage stable inductance on the USB expansion card, will protect user’s data and USB 3.0 devices, make sure safe connection.
  • 4. Compatible System: 1. Plug and Play on Windows 11, 10, 8.x (32/64bit) and Windows Server 2012, 2012R2, 2016, 2019, 2022 systems. 2. Need to Install Driver on Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64bit) and Windows Server 2003, 2003R2, 2008, 2008R2 (32/64bit) systems. 3. Plug and Play on most Linux kernels. 4. NOT support MAC OS X.
  • 5. PCIE X4 interface design, will works on PCIE X4, X8, X16 slot. Do not work on PCIE X1, X2 slot, do not work on PCI slot. Based on PCIE 2.0 standard, will compatible with PCIE 1.x, 2.x, 3.x, 4.x PCIE slot. The full height bracket mounted on this PCIE USB 3.0 expansion card, will works on Standard Size PCs. The low-profile bracket in the package, will supports Slim PCs.
  • 6. ATTENTION: 1. Must make sure Desktop PCs have one empty PCIE X16 slot before purchase. 2. Must install driver on Windows 7 (32/64bit) and previous systems. 3. Slim PC users need change to low profile bracket by hand. 4. Please use USB 3.0 devices test connection speed, or cannot get the peak speed.

Full Specifications

BrandFebSmart
StyleFS-4C-U8S-Pro
Style NameFS-4C-U8S-Pro
Unit Count8.0 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberFS-4C-U8S-Pro
CompatibilityPC, Mac, Linux
Item Type Name4X Channel 20Gbps Banwidth 8-Ports Vertical 5Gbps USB-A Ports PCIE USB 3.0 Expansion Card.
Mfr Part NumberFS-4C-U8S-Pro
Number of Items1
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computers, Servers
Hardware InterfacePCIE x 4, USB 3.0
Warranty Description1 Year Limited Parts Warranty.
Full listing title8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card for Windows and Linux Desktop PCs, 4X Dedicated 5Gbps USB 3.0 Channel 20Gbps Bandwidth, Built in FebSmart Self-Powered Technology (FS-4C-U8S-Pro)

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8-Ports PCIE Superspeed 5Gbps USB 3.0 Card for Windows and Linux Desktop PCs, 4X Dedicated 5Gbps USB 3.0 Channel 20Gbps Bandwidth, Built in FebSmart Self-Powered Technology (FS-4C-U8S-Pro) is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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