StarTech.com PEX4S952LP - Manual (Page 2)

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving 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.
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access
our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned
for repair, or replacement 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 or indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Driver Installation
Windows ® 2000/XP/Server 2003
1. When the Found New Hardware wizard appears on the screen,
insert the Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. If you are prompted
to connect to Windows Update, please select the “No, not this
time” option and click Next.
2. Select the option “Install Drivers Automatically (Recommended)”
and then click the Next button.
3. Windows should now start searching for the drivers. Once this
has completed, click the Finish button.
Windows ® Vista
1. When the Found New Hardware window appears on the screen,
click on the “Locate and install drivers software (recommended)”
option. If prompted to search online, select the “Don’t search
online” option.
2. When prompted to insert the disc, insert the Driver CD that
came with the card, into your CD-ROM drive and Windows will
automatically proceed to search the CD.
3. If a Windows Security dialog window appears, click the “Install this
driver software anyway” option to proceed.
4. Once the driver is installed, click the Close button.
Verifying Installation
Windows ® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista
1. From the main desktop, right-click on My Computer, then select
Manage.
2. In the new Computer Management window, select Device
Manager from the left window panel.
3. Double-click on Ports (COM & LPT) option. The appropriate
number of additional COM ports should be visible. The ports are
ready to connect to new devices.
Specifications
PEX4S952 / PEX4S952LP
Bus Interface PCI Express x1 (base spec 1.1)
Chipset Oxford OXPCIe954
UART 16C950
External Connectors 4 x DB-9 male
Internal Connectors 1 x LP4 molex
Maximum Data Transfer
Rate
460 Kbps
Supported Protocol RS-232
Compatible Operating
Systems
Windows ® 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista,
Linux ® Kernel 2.4.x/2.6.x