Ratoc Systems PE51EX, User Manual

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Introduction 

 
Thank you for purchasing the RATOC PCI Express to ExpressCard Adapter. This device allows to use 
ExpressCard on a desktop computer. Normally ExpressCard is need to inserted into the ExpressCard slot   
before system boot and never allow to exchange ExpreassCard after system boot both Windows PC and 
MAC pro. This product provide ExpressCard Hot-plug capable driver for Windows PC and MAC Pro. To 
install ExpressCard Hot-plug driver you can exchange ExpressCard at any time.

1-1.Feature 

 To assure PCI Express signal quality signal repeater is located on the PCI Express board. 
 To enable ExpressCard Hot-Plug capability Hot-Plug driver is provided for Windows PC and MAC Pro. 
 Recommended as a SxS

Pro compliant product on the web site below. 

  https://www.oss-formats.org/en/sxs/outline/index.html 
 

1-2.Pre-Installation Information 

Before using ExpressCard adapter you should perform the following steps: 
1. Inventory the shipping carton contents for all of the required parts 
2. Read this manual 
 

1-3.Package Content

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ExpressCard Adapter 

PCI Express add-in card 

Low Profile bracket 

PCI Express extension Cable

CD-ROM Manual 

If any of these items are missing, contact the 
supplier immediately.

1-4.System Requirements 

 Supported Operating System 

    Windows 7 / Windows Vista / Windows XP( x32/x64, Latest Service Pack should be installed) 
    Mac OSX 10.4.11 or later / 10.5.6 or later / 10.6 or later 

 Supported Computer 

    Windows PC PCI Express slot equipped. 
    Intel Mac Pro 

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