With two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, which have bandwidth up to 5Gbits per second, Transcend’s USB 3.0 Expansion Card is ideal for use with new USB 3.0 high-capacity external storage devices. This User’s Manual is designed to help you install and use your new USB 3.0 Expansion Card.
Features︱ ® Add USB 3.0 ports to any desktop computer with a PCI Express slot Connection bandwidth up to 5Gbits per second (in USB 3.0 mode) Ultra-fast PCI Express® interface eliminates speed bottlenecks Installs easily in any PCIe slot, including x1 slot Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices Supports PCI bus power management interface rev.
Transferring Data • Transcend does NOT take any responsibility for data loss or damage during operation. We strongly advise that you regularly create backups of important data in multiple locations and on different storage mediums. •...
Hardware Installation︱ 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect its AC power cord. 2. Open your computer’s case and locate its PCI Express slots. (Check the owner’s manual of your PC if you are not sure how to do this) 3.
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5. Align the USB 3.0 Expansion Card with the PCI Express slot and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. 6. Secure the USB 3.0 Expansion card to the computer case with the appropriate screw or other mounting method used by your case.
Driver Installation︱ 1. Insert the Driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. The AutoPlay window should appear. Click on “Driver” to begin the installation. 3. The installation wizard will start. Click “Next” to continue.
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4. Choose “I accept the terms of the license agreement” and then click “Next.” 5. Choose a destination folder for the driver files and click “Next” again. 6. Click “Install.”...
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7. Once the driver has finished installing, click “Finish” to exit the wizard. 8. Restart your system.
If you are unable to remedy a problem after trying the following suggestions, please consult your dealer, service center, or local Transcend branch office. We also have FAQ and Support services on our website.
2 external (supports USB 1.1 / 2.0 / USB Ports: 3.0) Connection Bandwidth Up to 5Gbits per second Operating Temperature 5℃ (41℉) to 35℃ (95℉) Certificates CE, FCC, BSMI Warranty 2-years Ordering Information︱ Device Description Transcend P/N USB 3.0 Expansion Card TS-PDU3...
Card must be used with devices that conform to the recommended industry standards. Transcend will not be liable for damages resulting from a third party device that causes the Transcend USB 3.0 Expansion Card to fail. Transcend shall in no event be liable for any consequential, indirect, or incidental damages, lost profits, lost business investments, lost goodwill, or interference with business relationships as a result of lost data.
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