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SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 7-Port PCIe USB 3.0 Expansion Card (3×USB-C + 4×USB-A)

SKU CH-TQ9Y-1CN9A

Adds seven USB 3.0 ports — three Type-C and four Type-A — to a desktop via any PCIe slot, with per-port protection and driver-free setup on Windows 10, 11, macOS and Linux

  • Add seven rear ports with three USB-C and four USB-A connectors
  • Transfer large files at 5 Gbps using USB 3.0 Gen1 speed
  • Fits x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots with full-height or low-profile bracket
  • Works on Windows 10, 11, macOS and Linux without extra drivers
  • Each port has independent overcurrent, short-circuit and surge protection

7-Port PCIe USB 3.0 Expansion Card

This SMUGDESK expansion card adds seven USB 3.0 ports to a desktop computer through a single PCI Express slot. The hybrid layout provides three USB-C and four USB-A connectors for simultaneous device attachment. It supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps for faster file movement.

Suits builders adding mixed USB-A and USB-C ports

Ideal for users who need to connect SSDs, flash drives, controllers, webcams and phones at the same time. Plug-and-play operation on Windows 10, Windows 11 and macOS reduces setup time. Not suited for systems without an internal PCIe slot or for laptops and external enclosures.

Universal PCIe x1, x4, x8, x16 slot compatibility

The card functions in any standard PCI Express slot width from x1 to x16. A full-height metal bracket is fitted and a low-profile bracket is included for small form factor chassis. Each port carries independent overcurrent, short-circuit and surge protection.

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Price $27.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does the SMUGDESK 7-port card include both brackets for full-height and low-profile cases?

The card ships with a standard full-height metal bracket installed and an optional low-profile bracket is included in the box for slim small form factor chassis.

Should I choose a PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot for this expansion card?

The card is universally compatible and works in any PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 motherboard slot.

What real-world transfer speed can I expect from the 5 Gbps USB 3.0 ports on this card?

The USB 3.0 Gen1 ports deliver up to 5 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than USB 2.0, greatly accelerating bulk video, RAW photo and large document transfers.

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