Exsys EX-44044-2 PCI-E Expansion Card

EXSYS EX-44044-2 PCIe Serial Interface Card: Robust and Versatile Connectivity

Upgrade your system´s connectivity capabilities with the EXSYS EX-44044-2, a high-performance PCI-Express expansion card designed for demanding industrial, commercial, and laboratory environments. This powerful interface card provides a seamless solution for connecting a wide array of serial devices to modern computer systems that lack legacy RS232 ports. Engineered for ultimate reliability and flexibility, the EX-44044-2 is the definitive choice for system integrators and IT professionals requiring stable and protected serial communication.

Experience unparalleled operational security in harsh electrical environments. The card´s standout benefit is its robust protection system, featuring integrated 2.5kV surge protection and 15kV ESD protection on every port. This critical feature safeguards your connected equipment and host computer from damaging power spikes, electrostatic discharge, and electrical noise, ensuring maximum uptime and preventing costly hardware failure. This level of protection makes it an ideal component for industrial automation, process control, scientific instrumentation, and point-of-sale systems where data integrity and system stability are non-negotiable.

The EXSYS EX-44044-2 offers exceptional versatility by providing four serial ports on a single PCIe card. Each port can be independently configured via software to operate in RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 mode. This adaptability eliminates the need for multiple, single-function expansion cards, saving valuable PCI-Express slots and simplifying system configuration. Whether you need to manage multiple RS232 devices, implement a multi-drop RS-485 network, or establish a long-distance RS-422 link, this card provides a consolidated, high-performance solution. The extended operating temperature range further enhances its suitability for deployment in non-climate-controlled locations like factory floors or outdoor enclosures.

Main Features:

* Provides four high-speed serial communication ports.
* PCI-Express x1 interface ensures compatibility with modern motherboards.
* Each port is individually software-selectable for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 operation.
* Features robust 2.5kV surge protection to guard against electrical transients.
* Equipped with 15kV ESD protection for enhanced system reliability.
* On-board 256-Byte FIFO buffers reduce CPU load and ensure smooth data flow.
* Supports a wide operating temperature range for deployment in challenging environments.
* Broad compatibility with various Windows and Linux operating systems.
* Designed with a low-profile bracket for installation in both standard and compact server/PC chassis.

Technical Specifications:

* Chipset: FTDI FT4232HL
* Interface: PCI-Express x1, compliant with PCIe 2.0 Gen 1 specification
* Ports: 4 x Serial, configurable
* Serial Standards: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485
* Maximum Data Rate: Up to 921.6Kbps
* FIFO Buffer: 256 Bytes Transmit, 256 Bytes Receive
* I/O Addresses & Interrupt: Assigned by Plug-and-Play System BIOS
* Data Bits: 7, 8
* Parity: None, Even, Odd, Mark, Space
* Stop Bits: 1, 2
* Signal RS-232: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND
* Signal RS-422: TxD+/-, RxD+/-, GND
* Signal RS-485 (2-wire): Data+/-, GND
* Signal RS-485 (4-wire): TxD+/-, RxD+/-, GND
* Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)