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StarTech 4-Port USB-C 10Gbps PCIe Card, TAA (P10Q4C-USB-CARD) | 4x Independent USB 3.2 Controllers, PCI Express 3.0, Standard Profile

StarTech 4-Port USB-C 10Gbps PCIe Card

Bottom line: The StarTech 4-Port USB-C 10Gbps PCIe 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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Manufacturer description

Expand a desktop or server's USB connectivity with four external USB Type-C 10Gbps ports using this PCI Express 3.0 expansion card. It provides up to 5V 3A (15W) per USB-C port for charging and syncing devices. The high bandwidth is ideal for large file transfers, high-resolution photo/video editing on external storage, and high-speed USB network adapters. If the motherboard power is insufficient, a built-in SATA power connector can supply additional power. The card is plug-and-play in Windows, Linux, and macOS and is compatible with PCI Express 3.0 x4, x8, and x16 slots. The PCIe card ships…

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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

  • HIGH-PERFORMANCE USB CARD: Enhance a desktop computer or server by upgrading or expanding its USB connectivity with this four-port USB Type-C card; Features individual USB controllers for up to 10Gbps per port (data only); PCI Express 3.0; TAA-compliant
  • DEDICATED 10GBPS PER PORT: Features 4x USB controllers ensuring up to 10Gbps of bandwidth per port; High data throughput is ideal for large file transfers on external storage, simultaneous use of multiple USB-C devices, or using 10GbE USB network adapters
  • COMPATIBILITY: Windows/Linux/macOS compatible; Add-on card ships with standard-profile bracket installed (low-profile included); PCIe 3.0 x4 (or larger) slot required; Plug-and-play drivers; Supported speeds: 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 480Mbps, 12Mbps, and 1.1Mbps
  • AUXILIARY SATA POWER: If the motherboard doesn't provide enough power, the built-in SATA power connection can be used to supply additional power to the USB ports; Internal USB-C PCIe expansion card can supply up to 5V 3A (15W) per port

Full Specifications

Brand‎StarTech.com
Color‎Red
Series‎USB Adapter
ConnectivityUSB-C
CompatibilityMac, Linux
Hardware Platform‎Mac, PC
Item Dimensions LxWxH‎5.5 x 2.2 x 4.7 inches
Full listing titleStarTech 4-Port USB-C 10Gbps PCIe Card, TAA (P10Q4C-USB-CARD) | 4x Independent USB 3.2 Controllers, PCI Express 3.0, Standard Profile

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