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StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card, PCI Combo Adapter Card (PCI2S1P2) | With Dual Serial RS232 Ports (DB9) & 1x Parallel LPT Port (DB25), PCI Expansion Card Controller, PCI to Printer Card
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StarTech.com StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card

Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the expansion cards category, priced around $34.99 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.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 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

PCI CARD WITH SERIAL & PARALLEL PORTS: Using one PCI bus, add a DB25 parallel & two DB9 RS232 ports to your computer; Serial Parallel PCI Card installs in 2x full profile or 3x low profile expansion slots; Auto IRQ & IO assignment; Supports IRQ Sharing TECH SPECS: Parallel Speeds up to 1.5Mbps | Supports SPP/Byte/ECP/EPP modes | Compatible with IEEE 1284 | Asix MCS9865 chip | RS-232 speeds up to 115.2 Kbps | 16C550 UART | 256 byte FIFO buffer | 5-9 bit character | Even, Odd, No, Space or Mark Parity VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: PCI expansion combo card adds LPT Printer & two COM serial ports…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card 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

  • PCI CARD WITH SERIAL & PARALLEL PORTS: Using one PCI bus, add a DB25 parallel & two DB9 RS232 ports to your computer; Serial Parallel PCI Card installs in 2x full profile or 3x low profile expansion slots; Auto IRQ & IO assignment; Supports IRQ Sharing
  • TECH SPECS: Parallel Speeds up to 1.5Mbps | Supports SPP/Byte/ECP/EPP modes | Compatible with IEEE 1284 | Asix MCS9865 chip | RS-232 speeds up to 115.2 Kbps | 16C550 UART | 256 byte FIFO buffer | 5-9 bit character | Even, Odd, No, Space or Mark Parity
  • VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: PCI expansion combo card adds LPT Printer & two COM serial ports working with printers, scanners, plotters, point of sale terminals, PLCs, control/automation in factories, scientific sensors, medical equipment, oscilloscope
  • STANDARD PROFILE & LOW PROFILE BRACKETs: PCI multiport Parallel LPT & dual serial COM adapter card installs using 2x standard bracket (pre-installed) or 3x low profile brackets (incl); Supports Windows 7 and up, Linux 2.6.x to 5.x

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
StyleMusic
Style NameMusic
Model NumberPCI2S1P2
CompatibilityLinux
Mfr Part NumberPCI2S1P2
Compatible DevicesPrinter
Hardware InterfacePCI, PCI-X
Warranty DescriptionLifetime
Item Dimensions L x W x H5.3"L x 0.9"W x 4.7"H
Full listing titleStarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card, PCI Combo Adapter Card (PCI2S1P2) | With Dual Serial RS232 Ports (DB9) & 1x Parallel LPT Port (DB25), PCI Expansion Card Controller, PCI to Printer Card

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StarTech PCI Serial Parallel Combo Card, PCI Combo Adapter Card (PCI2S1P2) | With Dual Serial RS232 Ports (DB9) & 1x Parallel LPT Port (DB25), PCI Expansion Card Controller, PCI to Printer Card 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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