Quick-Start Guide

4-Port USB 3.2 (5Gbps) Card - 4 Dedicated Controllers

Product ID Package Contents

P5Q4A-USB-CARD • PCIe USB Card x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1
4
Requirements
1
5 For the latest manuals, product information, technical specifications, and declarations of
conformance, please visit: www.StarTech.com/P5Q4A-USB-CARD
• Phillips head screwdriver

Installation
Install the PCI Express Card
2 WARNING!
Static electricity can cause severe damage to PCI Express cards. Ensure proper grounding
before opening the computer case or touching the PCI Express card. Use an Anti-Static
3 Strap when installing any computer component. If an Anti-Static Strap isn’t available,
*Product may vary from image discharge built-up static electricity by touching a large grounded metal surface for
several seconds. Handle the PCI Express card by its edges, avoiding contact with the gold
connectors.
Feature Function
1. Turn off the Computer and any Peripheral Devices that are connected to it (for
• Secures the PCIe USB Card onto the Host Computer example, Printers, External Hard Drives, etc.).
1 Full-Profile Bracket Case
2. Unplug the Power Cable from the back of the Computer.
• Connects USB-A peripheral devices
2 USB Type-A Ports (x4) 3. Disconnect any Peripheral Devices that are connected to the Computer.
• Supports up to 5Gbps Speeds
4. Remove the Cover from the Computer Case. Consult the documentation that came
PCI Express x4 • Insert into a PCI Express Slot on the Host Computer with the Computer for details about how to do this safely.
3 Connector • Supports PCIe 2.0
5. Locate an open PCI Express Slot and remove the corresponding Slot Cover Plate
• (Optional) Connect a LP4 Power Cable from the Host from the back of the Computer Case. Consult the documentation that came with the
4 LP4 Power Connector Computer’s Power Supply Computer for details about how to do this safely. This card works in PCI Express x4, x8,
• Only needed if the PCIe Slot can’t supply enough power or x16 slots.
• (Optional) Connect a SATA Power Cable from the Host 6. Gently insert the PCI Express Card into the open PCI Express Slot and fasten the
SATA Power Computer’s Power Supply
5 Bracket to the back of the Computer Case.
Connector
• Only required if the PCIe Slot power is insufficient
7. (Optional) Connect a LP4 or SATA Power Cable from the Host Computer’s Power
Supply to the LP4 or SATA Power Connector, located on the rear of the PCIe USB
Card.
Note: It’s recommended to connect the LP4 or Sata Power to ensure sufficient power is
provided to the card and to each USB port.

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8. Return the Cover back onto the Computer Case.
9. Reconnect the Power Cable to the back of the Computer. EU CE EMC/EMI
StarTech.com hereby declares that this device complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC).
10. Reconnect all of the Peripheral Devices that were disconnected in Step 3. A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at www.startech.com under the Product Support tab.
www.startech.com/P5Q4A-USB-CARD
11. Turn on the Computer and Peripheral Devices.
Safety Measures
EN: Do not touch the product under power if the product has an exposed printed circuit board or electrical wire.
Install the Driver Warning: please consult the online manual for detailed safety instructions.
NL: Raak het product niet aan als het onder stroom staat en er een blootliggende printplaat of elektrische draad zichtbaar is.
1. Open an Internet Browser and navigate to: www.StarTech.com/P5Q4A-USB-CARD Waarschuwing: raadpleeg de online handleiding voor gedetailleerde veiligheidsinstructies.
FR: Ne touchez pas le produit lorsqu’il est sous tension et qu’il dispose d’un circuit imprimé ou d’un fil électrique apparent.
2. Click the Drivers & Downloads tab. Attention : veuillez consulter le manuel en ligne pour des instructions de sécurité détaillées.
DE: Berühren Sie das Produkt nicht unter Spannung, wenn es eine freiliegende Leiterplatte oder einen freiliegenden elektrischen
Draht hat.
3. Under Driver(s), download the Driver for the operating system. Warnung: Ausführliche Sicherheitshinweise finden Sie im Online-Handbuch.
IT: Non toccare il prodotto quando è sotto tensione se il prodotto ha una scheda di circuito stampato o un filo elettrico esposto.
4. Extract the contents of the Driver Package Attenzione: consulti il manuale online per le istruzioni di sicurezza dettagliate.
ES: No toque el producto cuando se encuentre bajo tensión si este tiene una placa de circuito impreso o un cable eléctrico
5. Execute the Installer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing the expuesto.
Advertencia: Para instrucciones detalladas de seguridad, consulte el manual en línea.
Driver. JP: プリント基板や電線が露出している製品は、電源が入っている状態で直接触れないでください 。
注意：安全性に関わる注意事項の詳細について、オンラインマニュアルを参照してください。

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FCC Compliance Statement Warranty Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not Limitation of Liability
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
following measures: or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. contained in this statement may not apply to you.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the receiver.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the device. If shielded interface cables are included with the product, or if additional components or accessories
are designated for use with the installation, they must be used to ensure compliance with FCC regulationsISED Statement /
Déclaration d’ISED

CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

This device complies with ISED Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ISDE Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement..

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