StarTech.com · PEX8S1050LP

StarTech 8-Port PCI Express Serial Card, Low Profile, RS-232 - PEX8S1050LP

Low-profile eight-port RS232 PCIe serial card with two DB9 breakout cables, 16C1050 UART and full-height brackets.

Quick answer: Adds eight DB9 RS232 ports through one PCIe x1 slot, using two four-port breakout cables and supporting up to 921.6Kbps per port.

Best forSmall-form-factor POS, industrial and automation systems needing eight Windows-compatible serial connections.

Check before orderingWindows and Windows Server only. Confirm low-profile slot access, breakout-cable clearance and whether powered pin 9 is required.

Answers before you buy

Frequently asked questions

What does PEX8S1050LP do?

Adds eight DB9 RS232 ports through one PCIe x1 slot, using two four-port breakout cables and supporting up to 921.6Kbps per port.

Who is this product best for?

Small-form-factor POS, industrial and automation systems needing eight Windows-compatible serial connections.

What should I check before ordering?

Windows and Windows Server only. Confirm low-profile slot access, breakout-cable clearance and whether powered pin 9 is required.

Does it require drivers or software?

Compatible with the Windows and Windows Server versions listed in the specifications; install the official driver where required.

What is included in the package?

PCIe serial card, two 30cm DB44-to-four-port DB9 breakout cables, two installed low-profile brackets, two full-profile brackets, guide and DB9 hex nuts.

What is the key installation requirement?

Install in a PCIe x1 or larger slot, mount both bracket positions, connect the breakout cables and configure pin-9 power only when required.

Is it suitable for an Australian setup?

Yes. DeviceDeal supplies the Australian-market version; always confirm the available ports, power and system compatibility for your installation.

What warranty applies?

PEX8S1050LP carries a StarTech.com limited lifetime manufacturer warranty, subject to the manufacturers terms and eligibility requirements.

Planning a broader setup? Browse the DeviceDeal buying guides. View the DeviceDeal product page.

(PEX8S1050LP)

Features & highlights

Why choose PEX8S1050LP?

?Eight DB9 RS232 portsProvides eight serial connections through two compact breakout cables.

?Low-profile designShips with low-profile brackets installed and includes full-height brackets.

?Up to 921.6Kbps per portSupports high-speed bidirectional serial communication.

?16C1050 UARTProvides 256-byte FIFO buffering across multiple ports.

?15kV ESD protectionHelps protect serial interfaces in professional installations.

?Selectable powered pin 9Supports 5V, 12V or no power for compatible attached equipment.

Compatibility reminder: Windows and Windows Server only. Confirm low-profile slot access, breakout-cable clearance and whether powered pin 9 is required.

Technical specifications

PEX8S1050LP specifications

Exact-model specifications for compatibility checking.

Warranty Information
Warranty	Lifetime
Connector(s)
Host Connector	1 - PCI Express x1
Internal Power	1 - SP4 (4 pin, Small Drive Power)
External Ports	8 - DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub)
Hardware
Ports	8
Interface	Serial
Bus Type	PCI Express
Card Type	Low Profile (standard-profile brackets included)
Port Style	Dongle / breakout cable included
UART	16C1050
Chipset ID	ASMedia ASM1083; SystemBase SB16C1058PCI
Performance
Serial Protocol	RS-232
Maximum Baud Rate	921.6Kbps per port
ESD Protection	±15kV air; ±8kV contact
Data Bits	5, 6, 7, 8
FIFO	256 bytes
Flow Control	RTS/CTS and XON/XOFF
Parity	None, even or odd
Stop Bits	1, 1.5 or 2
Powered Pin 9	Selectable 12V, 5V or no power; up to 3A total shared
Software
OS Compatibility	Windows CE 5.0, 98SE, 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; Windows Server 20032022
Environmental
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 85°C
Humidity	5% to 95% RH
What's in the Box
Included	1 - PCIe serial card; 2 - 30cm DB44-to-four-port DB9 breakout cables; 2 - installed low-profile brackets; 2 - full-profile brackets; 1 - quick-start guide; 8 - DB9 hex-nut pairs

Sources: supplied product file, DeviceDeal product page and official StarTech.com specifications. Product appearance and specifications may change; confirm critical deployment requirements before ordering.

SKU	PEX8S1050LP
Barcode #	65030886574
Brand	STARTECH
Shipping Weight	0.7400kg
Shipping Width	0.007m
Shipping Height	0.029m
Shipping Length	0.019m

Manufacturer warranty

Lifetime

This Australian-version product is supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by the official StarTech.com limited lifetime manufacturer warranty in Australia.

Keep your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.
Coverage is subject to StarTech.com warranty terms, eligibility and product assessment.
Warranty service does not replace rights that may apply under Australian Consumer Law.