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Green PCIe card with DVI-I port, metal bracket, and three adapter cables

STARTECH

STARTECH PEXHDCAP2 PCIe video capture expansion card

SKU CH-52WB-RJW7K MPN PEXHDCAP2

A PCI Express capture card records 1080p video at 30 frames per second from HDMI, DVI, VGA or component sources with H.264 encoding

  • External connectors1 x PCI Express Male Output
  • Internal ports1 x DVI-I (29 pin) Female Input
  • Supported operating systemsWindows 10 (32/64), 8/8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64),
  • Product typePCI Express to DVI Port
  • DetailsIndustry Standards NTSC, PAL-M, PAL-60, PAL Video Encoding:
  • Key featuresSupport for HDMI, DVI, VGA, and component input sources, let
  • Capture 1080p HD video at 30 fps for high-definition recordings
  • Record from HDMI, DVI, VGA and component sources with included adapters
  • H.264 encoding creates widely compatible video files for easy sharing
  • Install in low-profile or full-profile PCIe slots for flexible deployment
  • Supports Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista and XP 32-bit and 64-bit

Capture Card for HDMI DVI VGA and Component Sources

The StarTech PEXHDCAP2 is a PCI Express capture card that records 1080p video at 30 frames per second with stereo audio. It accepts HDMI, DVI, VGA and component signals through the supplied adapters and breakout cable. H.264 encoding produces compatible files for editing and archiving. The card fits both low-profile and full-profile PCIe slots in workstations or servers.

Installation in PCIe Slot with Supplied Adapters

Install the card into any available PCI Express slot and attach the low-profile bracket if required. Connect the source using the DVI-I to HDMI adapter, DVI-I to VGA adapter or the component breakout cable. Drivers support Windows XP through Windows 10 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. No external power connection is needed beyond the PCIe slot.

Check Slot Profile and Source Resolution Before

Verify that your system has a free PCI Express slot and that the chassis can accommodate the card height you need. The maximum capture resolution is 1080p at 30 frames per second, so sources delivering higher frame rates will be limited. Ensure your recording software can work with H.264 encoded streams. Buyers needing 60 fps capture or 4K input should consider a different capture solution.

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Price $145.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model namePEXHDCAP2
Product typePCI Express to DVI Port
Ports & slots
External connectors1 x PCI Express Male Output
Internal ports1 x DVI-I (29 pin) Female Input
Size & build
Product dimensions0.8 in × 4.7 in × 4.7 in
Product weight2 oz
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size305 × 229 × 102 mm
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsWindows 10 (32/64), 8/8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64)
In the box
In the box1 x PCIe video capture card
1 x DVI-D to HDMI adapter
1 x DVI-I to VGA adapter
1 x DVI-I breakout cable
1 x low profile bracket
1 x quick install guide

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the card is capturing at 1080p30 with H.264 encoding after installation?

Open the supplied capture software, start a preview from your source and verify the status panel shows 1080p at 30 frames per second with H.264 selected; a test recording should play back smoothly at that resolution.

Which cables and adapters are included so I can connect HDMI, DVI, VGA and component sources without extra purchases?

The box contains the PCIe capture card, a DVI-D to HDMI adapter, a DVI-I to VGA adapter, a DVI-I breakout cable for component, a low-profile bracket and a quick install guide — no extra cables are required for the listed inputs.

Should I choose the low-profile bracket or the standard bracket for a 2U rack-mounted server?

Use the included low-profile bracket; the card is designed to fit both low-profile and full-profile PCIe slots, and the low-profile bracket is the correct height for 2U or 4U rack chassis.

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