1 Port PCI Express IDE Controller Adapter
Card
PEX2IDE
*actual product may vary from photos
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Manual Revision: 11/25/2011
Table of Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................................1
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Installing the PCI Express expansion card........................................................................................ 2
Software Installation................................................................................................................................ 3
Changing the Boot Sequence .............................................................................................................. 3
Specifications..........................................................................................4
Technical Support ..................................................................................5
Warranty Information............................................................................5
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Introduction
Thank for purchasing a StarTech.com 1 Port PCI Express IDE Adapter Card. Using the
speed and reliability of PCI Express, you will be able to add IDE connectivity to a host
computer - a cost-effective way to use legacy devices with more modern computers.
Features
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Provides data burst transfer rates up to 133 MB/s
Supports ATA/ATAPI Command
Onboard ROM BIOS provides Boot Features
One channel IDE support for up to two drives
Supports PIO Mode 0/1/2/3/4, UDMA 33/66/100
Supports 48-bit LBA mode over 137Gb
Package Contents
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PCI Express IDE Controller Card
IDE Cable
Low Profile Bracket
Instruction Manual
System Requirements
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PCI Express-enabled system with an available PCI Express slot
Windows 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Windows Vista / 7 / operating system
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Installation
Installing the PCI Express expansion card
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged
by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your
computer case or touching your card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an
anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is
unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large
grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be
careful to handle the card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Activity LED
J3 Activity LED
connector
Boot BIOS
1. Turn OFF the computer power before installation.
2. Remove the chassis cover from your computer.
3. Locate an unused PCI Express slot and remove the corresponding slot cover from
rear panel of the computer chassis. Retain the screw (if applicable) used to hold the
slot cover in place.
4. Align the PCI Express card with the unused PCI Express expansion slot. Applying
pressure evenly across the top edge 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.
5. Secure the card to the motherboard and rear chassis, using the screw removed in
step 3
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6. With the drives secured within the computer case, use the IDE cable provided to
connect the Master and Slave devices to the PEX2IDE IDE connector. Please note the
orientation of the IDE cable, as illustrated below.
BLACK
To Master
GREY
To Slave
BLUE
To PEX2IDE
7. Replace the chassis cover (removed in step 2).
8. Power on the computer and observe the BIOS messages that appear on the monitor.
The BIOS will list all Parallel ATA devices attached to the PATA PCI Express Host
Adapter. For example:
(Copyright Messages)
HDD0: Maxtor 6L080P0
81 GB
Press any key to continue...
If the information displayed on your monitor is correct (all installed devices are listed
with the correct device name, etc.), the PATA PCI Express Host Adapter has successfully
been installed in your computer.
Software Installation
Because PEX2IDE supports native IDE mode, driver installation is not required.
Windows operating systems will detect the card and install the necessary driver
automatically.
Changing the Boot Sequence
Changes to the boot sequence of the devices installed in the host computer must be
made through the host computer motherboard BIOS setup utility.
1. Launch the motherboard BIOS setup utility. Normally, this can be done by pressing
the DEL (DELETE) key while the BIOS is checking all hardware configurations
2. Select Advanced BIOS Features
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3. Change the Hard Disk Boot Priority / First Boot Device to enable the system to boot
from the designated drive.
4. Save and exit the BIOS.
Please note that due to variations in BIOS designs, the above instructions may differ
from your system BIOS. For further instruction on how to complete this step, please
consult the documentation that accompanied your motherboard or computer system
purchase.
Specifications
Bus Type
Connectors
Cables
PCI Express
1 x 40 PIN IDC MALE
18 in internal IDE Cable
Windows 2000 / XP / 2003 / VISTA / 7
JMicron JMB368
OS Support
Chipset
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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
documentation, and 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.
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