PCI to PCI Express Adapter Card (PCI1PEX1) by StarTech

Name: PCI to PCI Express Adapter Card (PCI1PEX1) by StarTech
Brand: StarTech
SKU: B0037ECAM2
Rating: 4.0 (722 reviews)

StarTech ★ 4.00 (722 reviews) Mid-Range

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StarTech.com PCI to PCI Express Adapter Card (PCI1PEX1)

PCI to PCI Express adapter enabling half-height PCIe x1 cards in standard PCI slots. Notable for easy installation and driver recognition by Windows 7, with mixed compatibility and port accessibility concerns

Highlights

low-profile/half-height support
PCI to PCIe bridge capability
innovative bracket design

Pros

easy installation
Windows 7 recognized drivers
supports low-profile PCIe cards

Cons

compatibility issues with some motherboards
ports can become inaccessible
mixed functionality reports

Best For

low-profile PCIe card in desktop/server PCI slot
adapt PCIe x1 card for standard PCI slot
use in small/compact cases
install in servers with half-height brackets
non-specific upgradable server upgrade

Features

Install half-height/low profile x1 PCI Express interface cards in a standard PCI expansion slot
PCI to PCI Express Adapter Card
PCI to PCIe Adapter Card
Use low profile PCIe expansion cards in a server/desktop motherboard PCI slot
Innovative bracket design adapts and secures the existing low profile/half-height bracket of the PCI Card.