Add speed USB 3.0 capability to your desktop with this internal PCIE USB 3.0 expansion card. Designed to fit any standard PCI Express slot (x1, x4, x8, x16), it gives you a front 19PIN interface so you can connect or expand frontpanel USB ports and bring modern USB connectivity to systems that lack it. Key benefits Upgrade older or basic desktops to support USB 3.0 connectivity without replacing the motherboard. Simple internal installation: plugs into any PCIE x1/x4/x8/x16 slot to add a front 19PIN USB 3.0 header. Useful for expanding the number of frontpanel USB ports to support external drives, flash drives, cameras, phones and other peripherals. What makes this card useful Provides USB 3.0 functionality through a compact PCIe expansion card that works with multiple PCIe slot sizes. The front 19PIN interface is intended for connection to a case frontpanel USB port or compatible cable assembly, allowing convenient front access to USB 3.0 ports. Designed as a reliable internal component for desktop systems where external adapters are not ideal. Key attributes Functionality: PCI Express expansion card that delivers USB 3.0 connectivity to the front of the chassis via a 19PIN header. Compatibility: for Windows XP 32/64, Windows 7 32/64, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10. Slot support: compatible with PCIE x1, x4, x8 and x16 slots. Form factor: internal expansion card designed for standard desktop PC installation. Interface: front 19PIN USB 3.0 header for frontpanel connections. Use case performance: provides modern USB 3.0 connectivity for higher throughput peripherals where available. Typical applications Add frontpanel USB 3.0 access to an older desktop so you can transfer files faster from external drives and flash media. Upgrade a workstation to support USB 3.0 peripherals such as capacity external HDDs, SSD enclosures, webcams and phones for charging and data sync. Provide a convenient frontfacing USB port solution in office or home PCs that have limited rear I/O or difficulttoreach ports. Installation notes Installs into any compatible PCIE slot (x1, x4, x8 or x16) on the motherboard. Connect the card's front 19PIN header to the case frontpanel USB port or an appropriate cable assembly to enable front access to the USB 3.0 port(s). Intended for internal desktop systems; ensure your case and motherboard have the clearance and header/cable options. Specifications summary Product type: PCIE USB 3.0 Card, PCIE expansion adapter (internal component) Slot compatibility: PCIE x1 / x4 / x8 / x16 Front interface: 19PIN USB 3.0 header OS compatibility: Windows XP 32/64; Windows 7 32/64; Windows 8; Windows 8.1; Windows 10 This PCIe USB 3.0 card is a straightforward, costeffective way to add frontpanel USB 3.0 connectivity to desktop systems that need improved peripheral performance and easier access to speed ports.