Best selling Controller cards
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. AsRock Hyper Quad M.2 Card
Bootable M.2 RAID support
Supports up to 4 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe M.2 SSDs on the AMD TRX40/X399 platform and Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) technology on the Intel X299 platform. Allows you to create a bootable RAID array with up to 4 M.2 SSDs.
All-aluminum cover & fully covered thermal pad
The 11 cm long thermal pad is able to fully cover every NAND flash on M.2 SSD, transferring heat generated by the high-speed M.2 SSD onto the aluminum cover. This extends the longevity of each device.
Adjustable cooling fan
Apart from the large aluminum cover, the 5 cm cooling fan can not only quickly dissipate heat but also lower the temperature to ensure stable performance of the M.2 SSD. Additionally, the fan speed can be adjusted via a switch located on the PCB, providing more flexible usage.
The shortest trace
The onboard four M.2 sockets are laid out on the PCB at an angle (45 degrees). The shape is optimized to keep the traces as short and direct as possible. Designed with the right trace shape to ensure each M.2 socket carries sufficient current, thus providing maximum performance and stability.
A flexible & convenient utility
A dedicated utility that works with the onboard fan switch to monitor vital information and control fan speed easily on the ASRock Hyper Quad M.2 Card.
More M.2 expansion space!
Want more ASRock Hyper Quad M.2 Cards installed for unbeatable M.2 expansion? No problem! Use the onboard switch and you can manage multiple Hyper Quad M.2 Cards effortlessly.
2. ASUS Thunderbolt EX 4
ASUS Thunderbolt EX 4 is a Thunderbolt 4 expansion card that offers 40 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth, USB4 device compatibility, and DisplayPort 1.4. It supports up to five Thunderbolt devices in a daisy chain and allows for laptop charging of up to 100 watts via USB-C.
3. Ugreen M.2 NVME SSD to PCIe Express 3.0 x4 adapter card
The Ugreen M.2 NVME SSD to PCIe Express 3.0 x4 adapter card is a powerful solution for expanding storage space in your computer. With this controller card, you can easily connect M.2 NVMe or SATA drives and benefit from impressive data transfer rates of up to 32 Gbps. Installation is straightforward: simply insert the card into an available PCIe 3.0 x4 slot and connect it with a SATA 3.0 cable to instantly gain additional storage space. This adapter card is ideal for anyone looking to enhance system performance or efficiently utilize unused drives. It allows you to transfer large files in no time and ensures that your computer runs smoothly even with storage-intensive applications.
- Supports M.2 M and M+B keys for NVMe and SATA drives
- Data transfer rates of up to 32 Gbps for fast file transfers
- Easy installation in a PCIe 3.0 x4 slot
- Enables the use of unused drives for storage expansion.
4. StarTech USB 3.0 PCI Express Card with SATA Power
Bus Type: PCIe
USB Standard: USB 3.0
Number of USB Ports: 2
USB Connector Type: USB A
PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 host card adapter with 2 ports. The StarTech PCI Express USB 3.0 card allows you to add two USB 3.0 ports to your PCI Express-enabled computer system. An optional SATA power connector connects to your system power supply to provide 900 mA per port to USB 3.0 devices with bus power. Two external USB 3.0 ports with UASP support enable data rates of up to 5 Gbps. Compatible with PCI Express 2.0 specifications. The optional SATA power connector delivers up to 900 mA per USB port. Supports USB Battery Charging Specification 1.2. Fully compliant with USB 3.0 Rev 1.0 and Intel xHCI Rev 1.0 specifications. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.0/1.1 devices. Includes a flat/half-height installation bracket.
5. HP Dual TBT4 PCIe x4 Low Profile Card
The HP Dual TBT4 PCIe x4 Low Profile Card is a powerful expansion card designed specifically for HP Z-Series workstations. This plug-in card enables seamless integration of Thunderbolt 4 technology into your system, allowing you to benefit from a high data transfer rate of up to 40 Gbps. With two Thunderbolt 4 ports and additional Mini DisplayPort inputs, this card offers versatile connectivity options for various peripherals. The low-profile design ensures that the card also fits into compact housings without compromising performance. Installation is simple and requires no specialised knowledge, making it an ideal solution for users looking to upgrade their workstation to support the latest technologies.
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports for high data transfer rates
- Compatible with HP Workstation Z4 G5, Z6 G5, Z8 Fury G5, Z8 G5
- Low-profile design for compact chassis
- Includes 2 x Mini DisplayPort cables and 1 x GPIO cable for additional connectivity.
6. StarTech .com 1-Port USB-C PCIe Adapter
The StarTech.com 1-Port USB-C PCIe Adapter is a powerful expansion card that provides a USB-C interface for computers with PCI Express 3.0 x4 connections. With an impressive data transfer rate of up to 20 Gbit/s, this adapter allows for fast and efficient connections to various USB-C devices. It is compatible with popular operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and macOS, making it a flexible solution for diverse user needs. The low-profile form factor ensures that the adapter fits into compact cases without compromising performance. Support for multiple USB standards, including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, guarantees high compatibility and future-proofing. These features make the StarTech.com USB-C PCIe Adapter an ideal choice for anyone looking to expand their connectivity.
- Data transfer rate of up to 20 Gbit/s
- Compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Low-profile design for compact cases
- Supports multiple USB standards, including USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.
7. Exsys GmbH PCI-Express FireWire 1394b/a card with 3 ports (TI)
The EX-16601 PCI-Express FireWire 1394b card expands PCs, workstations, or servers with two FireWire 1394b (FireWire 800) ports and one 6-pin FireWire 1394a (FireWire 400) port. It allows for the connection of FireWire devices such as camcorders or professional audio equipment. The EX-16601 comes with a low-profile bracket for slim computer cases up to 8 cm in height.
FireWire 1394b PCIe card with three external outputs
Supports up to 63 devices
PCI Express interface compatible with the 1.0a specification
Hot swapping: devices can be plugged in and out without shutting down the computer
Can be installed in addition to the FireWire ports on the motherboard
Complies with the IEEE1394b standard and is backward compatible with IEEE1394a-2000 and the 1394-1995 standard
Supports PC and MAC systems
Chipset: Texas Instrument XIO2213
Package contents:
EX-16601, IEEE 1394b cable, low-profile bracket, manual.
8. HP USB 3.1 Gen1 x2 Module Flex
USB Flex for selected HP workstations. 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A with SuperSpeed 5 Gbps. Compatible with various HP workstations. Suitable models: HP EliteDesk 800 G6 TWR, HP EliteDesk 800 G6 SFF, HP EliteDesk 800 G6 DM, HP EliteDesk 805 G6 SFF, HP EliteDesk 805 G6 DM, HP ProDesk 600/680 G6 MT, HP ProDesk 600 G6 SFF, HP ProDesk 600 G6 DM, HP ProDesk 400/480 G7 MT, HP ProDesk 400 G6 DM, HP ProDesk 400 G7 SFF, HP ProDesk 405 G6 SFF, HP ProDesk 405 G6 DM.
9. StarTech 4 Port PCIe USB 2.0 Card
Bus Type: PCIe
USB Standard: USB 2.0
Number of USB Ports: 4
USB Port Type: USB A
This is a full-profile bracket for a PCI Express 4-port low-profile serial adapter card. The StarTech 4-Port Low Profile PCI Express Serial Adapter Card is designed for versatility and performance, allowing for easy system expansion for additional peripheral connections. This PCI Express USB card adds 3 external USB 2.0 ports and 1 internal USB 2.0 port. It supports high-speed USB 2.0 data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps. The card complies with high-speed USB 2.0 with transfer rates of up to 480 Mbps and is backward compatible with USB 1.0/1.1 devices. It provides up to 500 mA of power per port with dedicated power supply and is plug-and-play compatible.
10. Exsys GmbH PCIe USB 3.2 Gen 1 card with 4 ports (VIA chip set)
The EX-11044 USB 3.2 Gen 1 PCIe card provides four external Super-Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. It is designed to connect multiple USB 1.1, 2.0, or 3.2 Gen 1 devices to your workstation, desktop, or server. It supports USB 1.1 Low-Speed (1.5 Mbps), Full-Speed (12 Mbps), USB 2.0 High-Speed (480 Mbps), and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Super-Speed (5 Gbps). It is the perfect technology for external storage, digital cameras, webcams, scanners, and more. The EX-11044 comes with a low-profile bracket for slim cases with a maximum height of 8 cm.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 PCIe card with four external ports
Compatible with Microsoft Windows Standard Open HCD drivers
Supports up to 123 devices
Fully compliant with PCI Express Gen 2 specifications
Backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0
Hot swapping
Plug-and-play
Chipset: VIA VL805
Package contents:
EX-11044, low-profile bracket, driver CD, manual.
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