StarTech.com MPEXUSB3S2 - Manual (Page 5)

Instruction Manual 2
Installation
WARNING! Mini PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by
static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case
or touching your Mini PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static
strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge
yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such as
the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the Mini PCI Express card by its
edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Line up and insert the Mini PCI Express card (Mini Card) into the Mini PCI Express slot on the
system board. Make sure to match up the gap in the card edge connector, with the notch in
the slot.
2. Securely fasten the card to the motherboard.
NOTE: Different systems may have different methods for installing Mini Cards, so please refer
to documentation for your system/board for more specific installation instructions for your
particular application.
3. Connect the SP4 power connector from the Mini Card to an SP4 connector from the system
power supply.
4. Locate an open expansion card slot (i.e. PCI, PCI Express, etc) and remove the metal cover
plate on the rear of the system case/chassis.
5. Place the expansion card bracket from the Mini Card in the opening and fasten the card’s
bracket to the rear of the case.
NOTE: If the system case/chassis only supports full profile brackets, replacing the pre-installed
low profile bracket with the included full profile installation bracket may be necessary.
Mini PCIe Card
USB 3.0 Connectors
SP4 Power
Connector