LaCie USB 2.0 PCI Card is designed for users who need to upgrade their Mac or PC desktop computers, providing a fast, convenient and economical way to expand connectivity performance. LaCie USB 2.0 PCI Card design is derived from Sismo, with a dedicated ESD protected handle, supports plug and play and hot plug, backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices, and is easy to install and use on PC/Mac.
This manual describes the LaCie USB 2.0 PCI Card, a four‑port external USB hub that adds high‑speed USB 2.0 connectivity to a PC or Mac. It features an anti‑static handle, plug‑and‑play operation, and full compatibility with USB 1.1 devices.
The card installs in a standard 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI slot (not PCI‑Express) and works with Windows 2000/Server 2003/XP/Vista and Mac OS X 10.4 or later without additional drivers. System requirements include a PCI‑compatible motherboard, at least 128 MB RAM, and a 4‑port USB hub or direct connection for optimal performance. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Number of USB ports | 4 external USB 2.0 ports (compatible with USB 1.1) |
|---|---|
| Maximum transfer rate | 480 Mbit/s |
| Dimensions | 134 × 123 × 23 mm (5.28 × 4.84 × 0.90 in) |
| Weight | 56 g (0.112 lb) |
| Supported USB standards | OHCI, EHCI, USB Revision 2.0 |
| Power supply voltage | 3.3 V and 5 V |
| PCI slot type | 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI (not PCI‑Express) |
| Operating system support | Windows 2000/Server 2003/XP/Vista, Mac OS X 10.4+ |
| Minimum RAM | 128 MB |
No, the card works on supported Windows and Mac OS X versions without installing any drivers.