StarTech.com PEX1PECP User manual

Manual Revision: 02/01/2012

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PEX1PECP

PEX2PECP

1 Port PCI Express Parallel Adapter Card - EPP/ECP

2 Port PCI Express Parallel Adapter Card - EPP/ECP

*PEX2PECP shown

*actual product may vary from photos

FCC Compliance Statement

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 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment

o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Instruction Manual i

Table of Contents

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................1

Features .................................................................................................................................................................1

Before You Begin..............................................................................................................................................1

Contents.........................................................................................................................................................1

System Requirements ............................................................................................................................1

Installation............................................................................................................................................................2

Installing the drivers (Windows XP)...............................................................................................2

Verifying Installation................................................................................................................................4

Parallel port address conguration................................................................................................4

Windows 2000............................................................................................................................................5

Windows 2003 Server.............................................................................................................................5

Specications.....................................................................................................................................................6

Technical Support...........................................................................................................................................7

Warranty Information....................................................................................................................................7

Instruction Manual 1

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com PCI Express Parallel Card. This card will allow you to

add a DB25 connectivity for optimized performance from your parallel devices, while taking

advantage of the speed and power of PCI Express with plug and play connections to devices

such as printers, scanners and more.

Features

• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specication 1.0a

• Supports Standard Parallel Port(SPP), Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP), & Enhanced Capability

Port (ECP)

• Oers data transfer rates of up to 1.5 MB/Sec

Packaging Contents

• 1 x PCI Express Parallel Card

• 1 x Driver CD

• 1 x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• Microsoft Windows 2000/ XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/ Server 2008 R2/ 7 (32/64-bit)

• PCI Express enabled computer with an available PCI Express slot

Instruction Manual 2

Installation

1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and that you are grounded.

2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer's user manual for details, if necessary)

and gently turn your computer onto its side, so that the PCI Express expansion slot openings

on the motherboard are facing upwards.

3. Locate an empty PCI Express slot and remove the metal plate that covers the corresponding

rear bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step.

Retain the screw! You will need it to secure the card later.

4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is rmly seated.

5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.

PEX2PECP Only: Secure the second port to another available rear bracket.

6. Replace and secure the computer cover.

Installing the Drivers

Upon rebooting the computer, Windows will detect the newly installed card, and launch the

Found New Hardware Wizard.

Windows XP

1. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, select Install from a list or specic location

(Advanced), then click Next.

Instruction Manual 3

2. Insert the Driver CD, and select Search for the best

driver in these locations. Please ensure that there

is a checkmark next to Include this location in the

search, and that all other checkmarks have been

removed. Enter the following path in the text line

provided:

For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\XP

For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\XP

Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button,

and locate the le according to the path specied

above.

Once the correct folder has been selected, please

click on the Next button to advance.

3. If you receive a notication that the drivers you

are installing have not yet passed Windows

Logo Testing, please click on Continue Anyway,

followed by Finish. Please note that the software

included with PEX1PECP/PEC2PECP has been

thoroughly tested for stability and compatibility.

4. Windows will notify you once the driver

installation has completed. Please click Finish.

You will be required to follow steps 1-4 again,

following the initial installation. Please repeat these

steps to conclude installation.

Instruction Manual 4

Verifying installation

To verify that the installation has completed successfully and that the newly installed ports are

now available:

1. Right click on My Computer, left-click on Manage. Select Device Manager.

2. Click on the [+] sign next to Ports (COM & LPT). Here, you should see the newly installed

parallel port(s) as well as a Multifunction adapter, as shown below:

Parallel Port Address conguration

Some parallel devices require a specic port designation, in order for the devices to function

properly. If your peripherals are functioning correctly with the newly installed ports, there is no

need to modify the parallel port address. However, if you are experiencing diculties:

1. From the Device Manager window, double-click Ports (COM & LPT), then double-click the

NetMos PCI ECP Parallel Port.

2. Select the Port Settings tab.

3. At the LPT Port Number box, click on the down arrow and select an LPT port that is not in use:

Following this selection, please click on OK to

save your changes.

Instruction Manual 5

Windows 2000

1. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Next to advance to the next window.

2. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended) and click Next.

3. Check Specify a location, and remove all other checkmarks from this window.

4. Insert the Driver CD, and enter the following path in the text line beneath Copy

manufacturer’s les from:

For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\2000

For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\2000

Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button, and locate the le according to the path

specied above.

Once the correct folder has been selected, please click on the OK button to advance.

5. Click Next, to approve the installation. Click Finish, once the installation has completed.

Windows 2003 Server

1. At the Found New Hardware Wizard, select Install from a list or specic location (Advanced),

then click Next.

2. Insert the Driver CD, and select Search for the best driver in these locations. Place a

checkmark next to Include this location in the search, and remove any other checkmarks from

this page.

3. In the text box provided, type in:

For PEX1PECP : D:\PCIe\1P\2003

For PEX2PECP : D:\PCIe\2P\2003

Alternatively, you can click on the Browse button, and locate the le according to the path

specied above.

4. Once the correct folder has been selected, please click on the Next button to advance.

5. If you receive a notication that the drivers you are installing have not yet passed Windows

Logo Testing, please click on Continue Anyway, followed by Finish. Please note that the

software included with PEX1PECP/PEC2PECP has been thoroughly tested for stability and

compatibility.

You will be required to follow steps 1-5 again, following the initial installation. Please repeat

these steps to complete installation.

Instruction Manual 6

Specications

Host Interface PCI Express

Connectors PEX1PECP: 1 x 25 pins parallel connector

PEX2PECP: 2 x 25 pins parallel connector

Data Transfer Rate (Max.) 1.5MB/sec

Chipset MOSCHIP MCS9805CV

MOSCHIP MCS9815CV

OS Support

Windows 95/ 98SE/ ME/ 2000/ XP(32/64bit)/

Vistal(32/64bit)/ 7(32/64bit)/ Server 2008

R2, and Linux

Operation Temperature 0 °C ~ 70 °C

Storage Temperature 0 ~ 115 °C

Product Dimensions PEX1PECP: 92x21x120mm

PEX2PECP: 92x21x120mm + 40x21x120mm

Product Weight PEX1PECP: 90g

PEX2PECP: 95g

Instruction Manual 7

Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide

industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/

support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a lifetime year warranty.

In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for

the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may

be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty

covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or

damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers,

directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive,

incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, 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 contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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