StarTech 11050-PC-SERIAL-CARD RS232 PCIe Serial Card – 921.6Kbps, 2-Year Warranty

Product Description

The StarTech 11050-PC-SERIAL-CARD is a single-port PCI Express serial expansion card that adds RS-232 connectivity to compatible desktop computers and small form factor systems. It features a DB9 serial connector and supports bidirectional communication speeds of up to 921.6Kbps, making it suitable for connecting legacy serial equipment in business, industrial, and professional environments.

Powered by an ASIX AX99100A chipset and 16C1050 UART technology, this PCIe serial card includes a 256-byte FIFO buffer, COM port retention, and LED indicators for monitoring serial activity. It also supports configurable data bits, parity modes, and hardware or software flow control. A low-profile bracket is included for installation in compatible compact computer systems.

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About StarTech 11050-PC-SERIAL-CARD

The StarTech 11050-PC-SERIAL-CARD helps businesses continue using serial peripherals without replacing existing equipment or upgrading entire systems. It adds one RS-232 DB9 interface through an available PCI Express slot, supporting applications that depend on reliable serial communication.

The card is suitable for connecting devices such as barcode scanners, receipt printers, industrial controllers, scales, and compatible security or laboratory equipment. Its COM port retention feature helps maintain port assignments across restarts, while integrated activity LEDs provide a convenient way to check communication status.

Key Features

• Single RS-232 Port: Adds one DB9 serial connection to a compatible computer.

• High-Speed Serial Communication: Supports bidirectional speeds up to 921.6Kbps.

• 16C1050 UART: Provides high-performance serial communication support.

• 256-Byte FIFO Buffer: Helps manage incoming and outgoing serial data.

• PCI Express 2.0 x1 Interface: Installs in a compatible PCIe slot.

• COM Port Retention: Helps maintain serial port assignments after system restarts.

• Activity LED Indicators: Displays serial communication activity.

• Configurable Serial Settings: Supports 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9 data bits and multiple parity modes.

• Pin 9 Power Support: Supports selectable 5V or 12V power output on pin 9, subject to jumper and power configuration.

• Full- and Low-Profile Installation: Includes a low-profile bracket for compatible small form factor systems.

• Windows and Linux Support: Designed for supported Windows versions and Linux systems.

• Two-Year Warranty: Includes StarTech.com warranty coverage and free lifetime multilingual technical assistance.

Ideal Use Cases

• Industrial Automation: Connect compatible serial controllers and industrial equipment.

• Retail and POS Systems: Support serial receipt printers, barcode scanners, and other compatible point-of-sale devices.

• Logistics and Warehousing: Connect serial barcode readers and specialised equipment.

• Security Systems: Integrate supported serial devices into existing computer systems.

• Laboratories and Healthcare: Connect compatible instruments and legacy serial peripherals.

• Business IT Upgrades: Add RS-232 connectivity to computers that no longer include a built-in serial port.

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