10 times faster than with a standard USB 2.0 adapter. The Rocketfish RF-P2USB3 is a dual-port USB 3.0 PCI Express Card adapter. It can transfer data up to 5 Gbps, when connected to USB 3.0 compliant peripherals, or with existing USB peripheral devices. In addition, this adapter is backward compatible with USB 2.0...
• Always read the safety instructions and User Guide carefully. Keep the User Guide for future reference. • Do not drop or allow forceful impacts to the product, or install it in locations exposed to heavy vibrations. • Do not disassemble or modify the product in any way. Disassembly or modification may not only void the warranty, but may also cause damage or lead to fires or electric shock.
• Supports simultaneous operation of multiple USB 3.0/USB 2.0/USB 1.1 devices. • Each USB port supplies a maximum of +5V/900mA power output to a USB device. • Provides two external USB 3.0 SuperSpeed ports. • Built-in 4-pin power connector for receiving extra power from the system.
(PCB) edges only. Avoid touching the gold-plated PCIe bus and the onboard electronic components. Note: In order to get USB 3.0 SuperSpeed performance, use a PCI Express Ver2.0 slot for the card installation. Refer to the user manual for your system or motherboard to find the correct slot.
Plug in the power cord and other cables, and then turn on your computer. Driver installation Note: The USB 3.0 driver is only for the Windows operating system. It does not support Mac and Linux operating systems. To install the driver: Save all files and close all programs.
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Click Next, then follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver. The End User License Agreement page opens. Select I accept the terms of the license agreement, then click Next. The install screen opens. Click Install to begin the installation. When the installation process is complete, the InstallShield Wizard Complete screen opens.
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Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller and Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Root Hub. To uninstall the Windows driver: Click the Add or Remove Programs tab (Uninstall a Program in Windows 7) in the Windows Control Panel. Click the Remove button to uninstall the Rocketfish USB 3.0 PCI Express Card Driver.
• Make sure to plug the 4-pin power cable into the adapter card to provide sufficient power to USB devices, or use self-powered USB devices. • A long cable may cause poor performance. A USB repeater must be used if the cable is longer than 3.5 meters.
Legal notices FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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ICES - Canada's Interference-Causing Equipment Standards This equipment complies with the applicable technical standards of ICES 003:1997 in accordance with the measurement procedures specified in CISPR22-96. Notices Specifications and features are subject to change without notice or obligation. For service and support call (800) 305-2204.
If you purchased the Product from an online web site, mail your original receipt and the Product to the address listed on the web site. Make sure that you put the Product in its original packaging or packaging that provides the same amount of protection as the original packaging.
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ROCKETFISH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST DATA, LOSS OF USE OF YOUR PRODUCT, LOST BUSINESS OR LOST PROFITS. ROCKETFISH PRODUCTS MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO...
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