BEYIMEI PCIe 1x to 2-Port 19-Pin Header Expansion Card
Bottom line: The BEYIMEI PCIe 1x to 2-Port 19-Pin Header Expansion Card: Renesas NEC uPD720201 xHCI controller, a known-good chipset for legacy Windows builds; main trade-off: no macOS or Linux support at all, per the manufacturer.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Renesas NEC uPD720201 xHCI controller, a known-good chipset for legacy Windows builds
- ✓ Adds two internal 19-pin headers, feeding up to 4 front-panel USB-A ports
- ✓ 5Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 throughput, backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1/1.0
- ✓ Single PCIe x1 card drops into x1, x2, x4, x8 or x16 slots
- ✓ Per-port voltage regulator caps and protection fuses, 2A per USB connection
Cons
- ✗ No macOS or Linux support at all, per the manufacturer
- ✗ Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Server 2003-2008R2 require a manual driver install
- ✗ Internal headers only, so no rear-bracket USB-A ports for external devices
- ✗ 2A per connection limits it for bus-powered drives or fast phone charging
Manufacturer description
Specifications:Number of interfaces: 1*PCI-E x1, 2*USB3.0 19-pin connectorTransmission speed: Up to 5GbpsCurrent: 2A for each USB ConnectionSystem: winXP, win7, win8, win8.1, win10Applicable slot: For PCI-E X1 X4 X8 X16 slotSystem Compatibility:1. NOT for MAC OS and Linux systems.2. Driver free on 8.0, 8.1, 10, 11 and Windows Server 2012, 2012R2, 2016, 2019, 2022 system (32/64bit).3. Driver must on Windows Server , XP, Vista, 7 and Windows Server 2003, 2003R2, 2008, 2008R2 (32/64bit).Package List:1X PCIE to USB3.0 Card1X Low-profile mount
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Key Features
- 【19PIN USB3.0 Header】Add 2 internal USB 3.0 19 pin ports on desktop computer. Expandable with 4 USB-A ports.
- 【Master IC】 Equipped with RENESAS NEC UPD720201 smart chip, USB 3.0 conforms to Intel Scalable Host Controller Interface (xHCI) PCIE 2.0 X1 interface design, compatible with PCIE 1.x, 2.x, 3.x, 4.x protocols, Suitable for PCIE X1, X2, X4, X8, X16 slots.
- 【System Compatibility】 Drivers must be installed on Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) and Windows Server 2003, 2003R2, 2008, 2008R2 systems. Driverless on Windows 8.0, 8.1, 10, 11 (32/64-bit) and Windows Server 2012, 2012R2, 2016, 2019, 2022 systems. Not available for MAC OS.
- 【USB3.2 GEN1】Up to 5Gbps transfer rate. USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1/1.0 devices.
- 【Safe and Stable】Each interface is equipped with an independent voltage regulator capacitor and interface protection insurance, which can ensure the stable power supply of each interface.
Full Specifications
| Brand | BEYIMEI |
|---|---|
| Style | Classic |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | BEYIMEI-PCIE-1X-TO-2-PORT-19P-008f4d1c8f |
| Compatibility | Mac |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Laptop |
| Hardware Interface | PCI, USB 3.0 |
| Warranty Description | 1 |
| Full listing title | PCIe 1x to 2-Port 19-Pin Header Expansion Card, USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps SuperSpeed PCI Express USB Adapter, Compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7/XP |
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PCIe 1x to 2-Port 19-Pin Header Expansion Card, USB 3.2 Gen 1 5Gbps SuperSpeed PCI Express USB Adapter, Compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7/XP is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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