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GLOTREND U3055-N 2-Port PCIe USB-A Expansion Card with 19Pin USB Header for Front Panel, Compatible with Windows Linux (Not for Mac OS)
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GLOTREND U3055-N 2-Port PCIe USB-A Expansion Card with 19Pin USB Header for Front Panel

Bottom line: The GLOTRENDS GLOTREND U3055-N 2-Port PCIe USB-A Expansion Card: UPD 720201 chip delivers 5Gbps USB 3.0 over a single PCIe 2.0 x1 slot; main trade-off: not compatible with Mac OS - Windows and Linux only.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ UPD 720201 chip delivers 5Gbps USB 3.0 over a single PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
  • ✓ Adds 2 USB-A ports plus a 19-pin front-panel header from one card
  • ✓ 5V3A total output runs 3x 5V1A devices or one 5V2A high-draw drive
  • ✓ Per-channel power manager, inductor, fuse and capacitor plus a PCB fuse
  • ✓ Self-powered design needs no SATA or Molex lead from the PSU

Cons

  • ✗ Not compatible with Mac OS - Windows and Linux only
  • ✗ 19-pin front-panel cable is not included in the box
  • ✗ Standard-profile bracket only, so it will not fit slim or low-profile cases
  • ✗ 5Gbps bandwidth is shared across all ports, not per-port

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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

  • Adds 2 USB-A ports + 1 USB header to PC/server/NAS via PCIe x1; UPD 720201 chip, 5Gbps shared PCIe 2.0 X1 bandwidth, compatible with Intel/AMD/ARM.
  • Total 5V3A power output drives 3x5V1A or 1x5V2A high-power devices; USB header extends 2 USB 3.0 to front panel (cable not included).
  • Dual-layer protection: independent power manager, inductor, fuse & capacitor per channel + PCB fuse.
  • Plug-and-play on Windows 11/10/8, Server 2012–2022 & most Linux; driver for older Windows; not for Mac OS.
  • PCIe x1 installation, standard profile bracket (not for slim cases); self-powered, no extra power needed.

Full Specifications

BrandGLOTRENDS
Style2xUSB-A + USB Header
Style Name2xUSB-A + USB Header
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberU3055-N-CA
CompatibilityPC, Mac, Linux
Mfr Part NumberU3055-N
Number of Items1
Compatible DevicesPC, Server, NAS
Hardware InterfacePCI Express x1
Warranty Description30 Day Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
Dual-layer protectionindependent power manager, inductor, fuse & capacitor per channel + PCB fuse.
Full listing titleGLOTREND U3055-N 2-Port PCIe USB-A Expansion Card with 19Pin USB Header for Front Panel, Compatible with Windows Linux (Not for Mac OS)

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