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Instruction Manual

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Installation

Using the PCI Express Adapter (typical) 

The following diagram is a visual depiction of the instructions on the fol-
lowing page, which account for typical installation of the PEX2PCI4 using 
the (included) PCI Express Adapter Card. 
For details on how to install PEX2PCI4 using the optional (not included) 
ExpressCard adapter in place of the PCI Express adapter, please refer to 
the the section titled 

Using the ExpressCard Adapter

WARNING:

  PEX2PCI4 uses a DVI interface to connect the the PCI 

Express and PCI components.  When connecting the PCI expansion 
board to the PCI Express card, please ensure that the DVI port provided 
by PEX2PCI4 is not confused with a DVI port provided by the computer 
video card, as this could damage the video card, as well as the PCI 
Express expansion card and PCI expansion slot board.

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Summary of Contents for PEX2PCI4

Page 1: ...PCI Expansion Bay PEX2PCI4 ...

Page 2: ...antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual may make reference to trademarks registered trademarks and other protect...

Page 3: ...n 1 Features 1 Package Contents 1 Installation 2 Using the PCI Express Adapter typical 2 Using the ExpressCard Host Adapter Card 4 Software Installation 5 Specifications 7 EC2PCI optional 7 Accessory Products from StarTech com 8 Technical Support 9 Warranty Information 9 ...

Page 4: ... IPCI Slots are fully PCI Bus Rev 2 3 Compliant Supports both 5V and 3 3V Add in Cards Supports Windows 2000 2003 XP Vista Package Contents 1 x PCI Expansion Bay 1 x PCI Express Card 1 x DVI Cable 1 x Power Adapter 1 x Instruction Manual 1 x Driver CD 1 x Instruction Manual 1 x Screw Kit Accessories Please note that PEX2PCI4 can be connected to a host computer Ex pressCard port using the EC2PCI Ex...

Page 5: ...included ExpressCard adapter in place of the PCI Express adapter please refer to the the section titled Using the ExpressCard Adapter WARNING PEX2PCI4 uses a DVI interface to connect the the PCI Express and PCI components When connecting the PCI expansion board to the PCI Express card please ensure that the DVI port provided by PEX2PCI4 is not confused with a DVI port provided by the computer vide...

Page 6: ...e of the expansion card firmly but gently insert the card into the slot ensuring that the card is properly aligned with the rear panel slot Secure the card to the motherboard and rear chassis using the screw 4 removed in step 2 Replace the chassis cover removed in step 1 5 Connect the included DVI like cable to the DVI like port provided by 6 the newly installed PCI Express card Attach the remaini...

Page 7: ... section titled Software Installation Using the ExpressCard Host Adapter Card The following diagram is a visual depiction of the instructions on the following page which account for installation of the PEX2PCI4 using the accessory EC2PCI ExpressCard Adapter must be purchased sepa rately Turn OFF the computer power before installation Since both the PC 1 system and the Expansion Box are self powere...

Page 8: ...t on the rear panel of the PEX2PCI4 Expansion Box Connect the AC Power Adapter to the power port situated to the left 4 of the DVI like input on the rear panel of the PEX2PCI4 main unit Turn on the Expansion Box power using the power switch next to the 5 Expansion Cable then power on the PC system Connect the remaining end of the EC2PCI ExpressCard Host Adapter 6 Card into the unused ExpressCard e...

Page 9: ... is the designation for your CD DVD ROM drive double click on E Utility ExpressBooster to launch the setup program Follow the setup on screen instructions ensure that there is a 2 checkmark next to PCI Express Card for Desktops Servers only leave the ExpressCard item un checked Proceed with any further on screen instructions to complete the installation ...

Page 10: ...rd 1 x DVI D dual link female connector Form Factor PCI Express x1 Power Adapter 1 x 12V DC 3 Amp OS Support Windows 2000 2003 XP Vista Regulatory Certifications CE FCC ROHS Bus Type ExpressCard Connectors 1x DVI D Male Connector 1x ExpressCard Connector OS Support Windows 2000 XP 2003 Vista Mac OS X and up Regulatory Certifications CE FCC ROHS ...

Page 11: ...m Contact your local StarTech com dealer or visit www startech com for cables or other accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product EC2PCI ExpressCard Connection Cable For PEX2PCI4 PEX2EC PCI Express to ExpressCard Adapter ...

Page 12: ... with equivalent products at our discretion The warranty covers parts and labor costs only StarTech com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse abuse alteration or normal wear and tear Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech com Ltd and StarTech com USA LLP or their officers directors employees or agents for any damages whether direct o...

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