Simplecom EC318V2

Simplecom EC318v2 PCI-e x4 to USB 3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps USB-C Expansion Card

Quick Overview

PCIe x4 expansion card, also compatible with PCIe x8 or x16 slots

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface supports data transfer rates of up to 20Gbps

Adds 1x USB-C 20Gbps port to your desktop PC

Backward compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and earlier devices

Built-in overcurrent protection

Powered by PCIe, no external power required

Integrated PCIe 12V to 5V module provides power to USB ports

Plug and play, automatic installation on Windows

This PCIe x4 expansion card is an ideal solution for upgrading your desktop PC with high-speed USB connectivity. Featuring a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface, this card delivers lightning-fast data transfer speeds of up to 20Gbps through a single USB-C port, ideal for modern devices requiring maximum performance.

This PCIe expansion card is compatible with PCIe x4, x8, and x16 slots, making it easy to integrate into various system configurations. Powered directly by the PCIe slot, it requires no external power supply, making installation simple and hassle-free. An integrated PCIe 12V to 5V module provides stable power to the USB ports for reliable performance.

This card is plug-and-play, with automatic installation on Windows operating systems for a hassle-free setup. Whether you are upgrading your desktop PC or building a new system, this expansion card is a reliable and high-performance addition to your PC.

Features

Specifications

PCIe Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 (compatible with PCIe x8 or x16 slot)

USB Standard: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 20Gbps

Connectors: 1x USB-C

USB Speed Support: 20Gbps, 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 480Mbps

USB Power Source: Integrated PCIe 12V to 5V module, SATA 15Pin (backup power only)

Operating System Support: Windows 8 and above

Package Contents

1x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 1-Port PCIe x4 Card

1x low profile bracket

Important Note

The EC318v2 does not support DP Alt Mode or USB-C Power Delivery.

The EC318v2 is designed for PCIe 3.0 interfaces. To achieve the full speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, use a PCIe slot based on PCI Express 3.0 or a newer version on your motherboard.

Actual data transfer speeds may be limited by the connected USB device. Please check your USB device's maximum supported speed.

Thunderbolt 3 devices are supported but are only compatible with a 10 Gbps data transfer rate.

Windows 7 is not supported.