- **Purpose‑built PCI‑to‑PCI Extension Cable:** Designed specifically for ADLINK’s PCIS‑8580 series, enabling seamless extension of the PCI bus from a host system to an external chassis. - **10 m Transmission Distance:** Supports the maximum extension length allowed by the PCIS‑8580 system, maintaining signal integrity and full PCI bandwidth. - **High‑Quality Shielded Construction:** Utilizes eight pairs of shielded twisted copper wires to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk. - **DVI‑D 24‑pin Connector:** Employs a robust, high‑density DVI‑D 24‑pin connector for secure mechanical coupling and reliable electrical contact. - **Full PCI Bandwidth Support:** Maintains 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI throughput (132 MB/s) without degradation. - **StarFabric‑Based Signal Serialization:** Works in conjunction with ADLINK’s LPCI‑8575 PCI extension card and RK‑8005/RK‑8014 chassis to serialize PCI signals into a 5 Gbps StarFabric serial link. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** Ensures that all PCI devices in the extension chassis operate as if installed directly in the host system—no additional drivers or configuration required. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Designed for demanding environments such as industrial automation, test and measurement, and defense applications.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Purpose‑Built PCI Extension Cable:** Designed specifically for PCI‑to‑PCI bridge systems, enabling remote PCI slot expansion up to 10 m from the host. - **High‑Speed Serial Transmission:** Supports 5 Gbps serial link bandwidth via StarFabric technology, ensuring full 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI throughput (132 MB/s). - **Shielded Twisted‑Pair Construction:** Eight pairs of shielded twisted copper wires minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and maintain signal integrity. - **Robust DVI‑D 24‑Pin Connector:** Industrial‑grade connector ensures secure mechanical coupling and reliable electrical contact. - **Hardware/Software Transparency:** Devices installed in the extension chassis appear as if directly connected to the host PCI bus—no additional drivers required. - **Scalable System Integration:** Compatible with both 4‑slot (RK‑8005) and 13‑slot (RK‑8014) extension chassis, supporting a wide range of industrial and test applications. - **Full PCI Local Bus Compliance:** Conforms to PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 and PCI Bridge Architecture Specification 1.2. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in demanding environments such as automation, test, and aerospace systems.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Purpose‑built for PCI‑to‑PCI Extension:** Designed specifically for ADLINK’s PCIS‑8580 systems, enabling seamless communication between host and remote PCI chassis. - **High‑speed Serial Transmission:** Supports serialized PCI signals over a 5 Gbps StarFabric link, maintaining full 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI bandwidth (132 MB/s). - **Shielded Twisted‑Pair Construction:** Eight pairs of shielded twisted copper wires minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensure signal integrity over extended distances. - **Robust DVI‑D 24‑pin Connector:** Industrial‑grade connector ensures secure mechanical coupling and reliable electrical contact. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** Operates as a transparent PCI bridge—no additional drivers or software required. - **Flexible Distance Options:** Available in 2 m (ACL‑PCIEXT‑2), 5 m (ACL‑PCIEXT‑5), and 10 m (ACL‑PCIEXT‑10) lengths to accommodate various installation environments. - **Industrial‑grade Reliability:** Designed for demanding environments such as automation, test and measurement, and defense applications. - **Full PCI Compliance:** Conforms to PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 and PCI Bridge Architecture Specification 1.2.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Purpose‑Built for PCI/PXI Extension:** Enables transparent communication between a host PCI system and a remote PXI or CompactPCI chassis up to 10 m away. - **High‑Speed Serial Transmission:** Supports StarFabric‑based serial interconnects operating at 622 Mbps per differential pair, providing up to 2.5 Gbps full‑duplex bandwidth. - **Shielded Twisted‑Pair Construction:** Eight pairs of individually shielded twisted copper wires minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and maintain signal integrity over long distances. - **Robust Connector Interface:** Equipped with a 24‑pin DVI‑D or RJ‑45‑type connector (depending on system configuration) for secure, low‑loss connectivity. - **Full PCI Bandwidth Support:** Maintains complete 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI bandwidth (132 MB/s) or up to 528 MB/s for 64‑bit/66 MHz PXI‑8570 configurations. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** No additional drivers required; all devices in the extended chassis appear as local PCI devices to the host system. - **Compatibility:** Designed for use with ADLINK PCI‑8570, PXI‑8570, and PCIS‑8580 extension systems. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Engineered for continuous operation in demanding environments such as automation, defense, and manufacturing test systems. - **Flexible Length Options:** Available in 2 m (ACL‑PXIES‑2), 5 m (ACL‑PXIES‑5), and 10 m (ACL‑PXIES‑10) variants to accommodate different installation requirements.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Purpose‑built for PCI/PXI Extension:** Designed specifically for use with ADLINK PCI‑8570 and PXI‑8570 modules, as well as PCIS‑8580‑series PCI‑to‑PCI extension systems. - **High‑speed Serial Transmission:** Supports StarFabric serial interconnect technology with 622 Mbps LVDS differential signaling per pair, achieving up to 2.5 Gbps full‑duplex link bandwidth (5 Gbps aggregate). - **Shielded Twisted‑Pair Construction:** Eight pairs of individually shielded twisted copper wires minimize crosstalk and EMI, ensuring signal integrity over extended distances. - **Robust Connectivity:** Equipped with a 24‑pin DVI‑D connector for secure, high‑density signal interfacing between host and extension chassis. - **Full PCI Bandwidth Support:** Maintains complete 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI bandwidth (132 MB/s) without degradation. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** Operates as a transparent physical link—no drivers or software configuration required. - **Flexible Length Options:** Available in 2 m (ACL‑PXIES‑2), 5 m (ACL‑PXIES‑5), and 10 m (ACL‑PXIES‑10) variants. - **Industrial‑grade Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in 0 °C – 50 °C environments with high humidity tolerance. - **Compatibility:** Fully compatible with ADLINK’s PCI‑to‑PXI and PXI‑to‑PXI extension architectures, including multi‑chassis configurations.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Purpose‑Built for PCI/PXI Extension:** Designed specifically for ADLINK’s PCI‑8570 and PXI‑8570 modules, as well as PCIS‑8580 PCI‑to‑PCI extension systems. - **High‑Speed Data Transmission:** Supports serialized PCI signaling up to 5 Gbps aggregate bandwidth using StarFabric LVDS technology. - **Shielded Twisted‑Pair Construction:** Eight pairs of individually shielded twisted copper wires minimize crosstalk, EMI, and signal degradation. - **Robust Connectivity:** Equipped with precision‑engineered RJ‑45 or DVI‑D 24‑pin connectors (depending on system configuration) for secure, low‑loss connections. - **Extended Reach:** Provides a 5‑meter link between host and extension chassis; optional 2 m and 10 m versions (ACL‑PXIES‑2, ACL‑PXIES‑10) are available. - **Full PCI Bandwidth Support:** Maintains 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI throughput (132 MB/s) or up to 64‑bit/66 MHz (528 MB/s) when used with compatible modules. - **Hardware/Software Transparency:** Ensures that all devices in the remote chassis appear as local PCI devices to the host system—no additional drivers required. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial automation, test, and measurement environments. - **EMI‑Resistant Design:** Shielding and twisted‑pair topology ensure compliance with CE/FCC Class A electromagnetic compatibility standards.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Active PC/XT/AT Bus Extension:** Provides a fully functional extension of the PC/XT/AT bus, enabling external connection and testing of expansion cards without direct insertion into the host system’s motherboard. - **Electrical Isolation:** Incorporates isolated signal and power lines to protect both the host computer and the test cards from electrical faults, ground loops, or transient surges. - **Hot Plug Capability:** Supports controlled hot-plugging of test cards, allowing insertion and removal of boards without powering down the host system, significantly improving testing efficiency and safety. - **Four Additional Expansion Slots:** Offers four extra card slots for simultaneous testing or multi-card configurations, supporting a wide range of PC/XT/AT-compatible I/O and peripheral cards. - **Stable Desktop Enclosure:** Housed in a robust, stable desktop case designed for laboratory and bench-top use, ensuring mechanical stability and ease of access during testing. - **Dual Cable Connection:** Includes two shielded cables (each 0.75 meters in length) for reliable, low-noise signal transmission between the host system and the test unit. - **Versatile Testing Platform:** Suitable for testing, debugging, and validating ISA-based cards, legacy interface modules, and custom hardware designs. - **Extended System Compatibility:** Designed to work with PC, XT, and AT bus architectures, ensuring broad compatibility with a wide range of legacy and industrial systems.

Manufacturer: Axiom

Category: Bus Extensions

- **ISA AT Bus Extension:** Enables direct extension of the ISA AT bus from a host PC to an external expansion chassis. - **Full I/O Address Availability:** Provides access to all I/O addresses on the ISA AT bus, ensuring complete compatibility with legacy ISA devices. - **Configurable Memory Settings:** Memory mapping can be configured via onboard DIP switches, allowing flexible address allocation. - **Interrupt Support:** Supports IRQ3–7, IRQ9–12, and IRQ14–15, covering the full range of standard AT interrupt lines. - **Bus Clock Compatibility:** Operates with a maximum AT bus clock frequency of 8.33 MHz, ensuring stable performance within ISA timing constraints. - **Dual Power Configurations:** - From PC: 5 VDC / 300 mA - From Expansion Chassis: 5 VDC / 500 mA - **Compact Form Factor:** Card dimensions of 160 mm × 122 mm, suitable for standard ISA slots and expansion chassis. - **Shielded Cable Connection:** Includes a 96-pin shielded cable (1 m length) for reliable, noise-resistant signal transmission between the PC and expansion chassis. - **High Signal Integrity:** Shielded cable and connector design minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensure stable data communication. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for industrial and embedded PC applications requiring stable ISA bus extension.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Bus Expansion:** Provides an additional eight PCI slots for system expansion, allowing integration of multiple PCI cards into a single host system. - **High Compatibility:** Supports standard 32-bit PCI bus architecture, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of PCI peripheral boards. - **Bus Operation:** Operates at up to 33 MHz PCI bus clock frequency, maintaining stable and reliable data transfer rates. - **Addressing Capability:** Supports 32-bit I/O addressing and 32-bit memory addressing, enabling full utilization of PCI address space. - **Interrupt Support:** Provides IRQ-levels IntA through IntD for proper interrupt handling across multiple PCI devices. - **Compact Design:** The backplane measures 220 mm × 185 mm, optimized for integration into industrial enclosures or expansion chassis. - **Standard PCI Card Support:** Accommodates PCI cards with dimensions of 120 mm × 107 mm (standard half-length PCI form factor). - **Shielded Cable Connection:** Includes a 96-pin shielded cable (1-meter length) for secure and noise-resistant connection between the host and expansion backplane. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for robust operation in industrial and embedded computing environments where signal integrity and mechanical stability are critical. - **Scalable Architecture:** Enables system designers to expand PCI resources without modifying the host motherboard or system configuration.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Bus Expansion Capability:** Expands the host computer’s PCI bus by adding a 14-slot backplane (13 usable slots) via a PCI-to-PCI bridge connection. - **High Compatibility:** Compliant with 32-bit PCI Bus Revision 2.1 (+5V signaling). Supports standard PCI cards sized 120 × 107 mm. - **Stable Bus Operation:** Operates at a maximum bus clock of 33 MHz, ensuring reliable data transfer and synchronization between host and expansion chassis. - **Flexible Power Integration:** Supports both PS/2 and ATX power supply configurations. ATX power can be interlocked with the host PC’s power for synchronized startup and shutdown. - **Comprehensive Connectivity:** Includes a 96-pin shielded cable (1 m) for high-integrity signal transmission between the host and expansion unit. - **LED Status Indicators:** Multiple onboard LEDs indicate power status for +3.3V, +5V, +12V, and -12V rails, aiding in diagnostics and system monitoring. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Designed for use in CONTEC’s FA-UNIT-F8DR or FA-UNIT-F8DR/M industrial PC cases, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility. - **Scalable Architecture:** Multiple BUF(PCI)13 units can be used in parallel to expand PCI capacity across several chassis (up to three sets demonstrated). - **Protection and Reliability:** Anti-static packaging, gold-plated connectors, and strict handling precautions ensure long-term reliability and signal integrity.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

The **BUF(PCI)4** is a **PCI-to-PCI bus expansion system** designed to extend the PCI bus architecture of a host computer to an external backplane, providing additional PCI slots for system expansion. It is engineered for industrial, embedded, and laboratory environments where additional PCI slots are required without replacing or modifying the host system. **Main Capabilities and Highlights:** - **PCI Bus Expansion:** Enables connection between a host PCI bus and an external PCI backplane, effectively increasing the number of available PCI slots. - **5-Slot Backplane Configuration:** Provides a total of five PCI slots, with four available for user installation (one slot occupied by the interface card). - **High-Speed Bus Operation:** Supports PCI bus operation up to **33 MHz**. - **32-bit Data Path:** Offers 32-bit I/O addressing and 32-bit memory addressing for full compatibility with standard PCI devices. - **Interrupt Support:** Handles standard PCI interrupt levels **IntA through IntD**, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of PCI cards. - **Shielded Cable Connection:** Utilizes a **96-pin shielded cable (1 meter length)** for reliable, noise-resistant communication between the host and expansion chassis. - **Compact PCI Card Compatibility:** Designed for PCI cards with standard dimensions of **120 mm × 107 mm**. - **Industrial Reliability:** Manufactured by CONTEC, a global leader in industrial computing and I/O solutions, ensuring robust performance and long-term reliability. **Unique Selling Points:** - Expands PCI capacity without requiring motherboard replacement. - Maintains full PCI signal integrity over a shielded cable connection. - Ideal for industrial automation, test systems, and embedded computing. - Backplane design optimized for stable power distribution and signal timing. - Compatible with standard PCI 2.1/2.2 specifications.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCMCIA to ISA Bus Conversion:** Converts a PCMCIA (JEIDA Ver.4.1 / PCMCIA Rel.2.0 Type II) interface into a standard ISA bus, allowing notebook PCs to operate ISA expansion boards. - **Universal Notebook Compatibility:** Designed for PC/AT-compatible notebook computers, independent of the physical form factor or connector layout of the host system. - **Industrial and Laboratory Use:** Ideal for factory automation, instrumentation, and laboratory setups requiring ISA-based control or measurement boards. - **Compact and Portable Design:** The system consists of a PCMCIA card, a 50 cm shielded connection cable, and a half-size ISA bus card, enabling easy transport and deployment. - **Low Power Consumption:** Efficient operation with minimal power draw—5VDC/100mA on the PCMCIA side and 5VDC/300mA on the ISA side. - **Stable and Reliable Operation:** Designed for continuous industrial use with wide environmental tolerance (0–50°C, 20–90% RH non-condensing). - **Jumper-Selectable Interrupts:** Supports IRQ3–7, 9–12, 14, and 15, configurable via onboard jumpers for flexible integration with various ISA devices. - **Selectable I/O Address Ranges:** Provides 32 consecutive I/O ports selectable from multiple address blocks (220h–3FFh range), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of ISA peripherals. - **No DMA or Memory Mapping Required:** Simplified architecture without DMA support, ensuring straightforward configuration in DOS environments.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **AT/ISA Bus to PCMCIA Interface:** Provides a direct hardware-level interface between an ISA bus system and PCMCIA cards, enabling legacy systems to utilize modern PCMCIA peripherals. - **PCMCIA 2.0 and Later Compatibility:** Fully compliant with PCMCIA 2.0 specifications, ensuring support for a wide range of PCMCIA cards, including memory, I/O, and communication cards. - **Multi-Type Card Support:** Compatible with **Type I, Type II, and Type III** PCMCIA cards, allowing flexible use of various card thicknesses and functionalities. - **Compact Half-Size ISA Form Factor:** Designed as a **half-size ISA bus card**, measuring **160 mm x 107 mm**, suitable for installation in compact industrial PCs or embedded systems. - **Low Power Consumption:** Operates on **5 VDC at 150 mA**, minimizing power draw and heat generation, ideal for systems with limited power budgets. - **Dual I/O Port Addressing:** Utilizes **I/O addresses 0x3E0 and 0x3E1**, providing a simple and conflict-free addressing scheme for system integration. - **High Reliability and Industrial Durability:** Engineered for continuous operation in industrial environments, with robust electrical design and stable signal integrity. - **Plug-and-Play Expansion Capability:** Enables seamless addition of PCMCIA functionality to existing ISA-based systems without extensive hardware modification. - **Manufacturer Support and Documentation:** Backed by Contec’s industrial-grade quality assurance, technical documentation, and long-term product support.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCMCIA to ISA Bus Conversion:** Provides a direct interface between a PCMCIA slot and an AT/ISA bus, allowing ISA cards to be used with notebook or embedded systems that lack native ISA slots. - **Complete Expansion System:** Includes a PCMCIA 2.0-compliant card, a 50 cm interconnect cable, and a half-size ISA bus card, forming a complete hardware bridge. - **Compatibility with DOS and Windows 95:** Fully supported under DOS and Windows 95 environments, ensuring stable operation with legacy software and drivers. - **Low Power Consumption:** The PCMCIA card operates at 5 VDC with a current draw of approximately 100 mA, while the ISA bus card requires 5 VDC at 300 mA, making it suitable for portable and embedded applications. - **Compact and Modular Design:** The half-size ISA card form factor allows installation in space-constrained systems or test setups. - **High Signal Integrity:** Designed to maintain reliable data transfer between the PCMCIA interface and ISA bus, minimizing latency and signal degradation. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Simplifies system integration without requiring complex configuration or additional interface hardware. - **Industrial and Legacy Support:** Ideal for maintaining compatibility with existing ISA-based measurement, control, or communication boards in industrial and laboratory environments.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **DOS to Windows 95 Upgrade:** The BUF-Card-Upgr enables legacy BUF-Card hardware to operate under Windows 95, ensuring continued usability of existing industrial systems. - **Bus Expansion Capability:** Extends the number of available PCI or ISA slots beyond the host PC’s internal capacity. - **Power Management Integration:** The expansion unit’s power supply is interlocked with the host PC’s power state, allowing synchronized ON/OFF control. - **High Compatibility:** Supports 32-bit PCI Bus Rev. 2.1 (+5V) and CardBus (PCMCIA Type II) standards. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Built for reliability in factory automation, laboratory, and embedded computing environments. - **Cooling and Power Efficiency:** Integrated cooling fans and robust power supplies ensure stable operation under continuous load. - **Flexible Configurations:** Available in multiple chassis sizes (short, full, long) and slot counts (2, 4, 7, 13). - **Cross-Platform Support:** Compatible with Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, and XP depending on model. - **Interchangeable Components:** Modular design allows use of bus extension adapters, cables, and backplanes across compatible systems.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI-to-ISA Bus Conversion:** Provides a direct interface between a PCI slot and an ISA AT bus, allowing ISA cards to function within a PCI-based host system. - **I/O Address Space Assignment:** The system relies on the PC BIOS to automatically assign I/O address space to the ISA bus, ensuring seamless integration without manual configuration. - **IRQ-Level Support:** Supports one IRQ line within the extension, enabling interrupt-driven communication for compatible ISA devices. - **No Memory or DMA Support:** The system is designed for I/O-mapped devices only; memory-mapped operations and DMA transfers are not supported. - **Compact Dual-Card Design:** Consists of a PCI interface card and an ISA expansion card connected via a shielded cable, allowing flexible installation within or outside the host chassis. - **High-Quality Shielded Cable:** Includes a 96-pin shielded cable (1 meter in length) to ensure signal integrity and minimize electromagnetic interference between the PCI and ISA interfaces. - **Industrial Reliability:** Engineered for industrial and embedded applications where legacy ISA devices must be maintained or integrated into newer PCI-based systems. - **Plug-and-Play BIOS Integration:** Utilizes standard BIOS-level resource allocation, reducing the need for custom drivers or manual configuration.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **CardBus-to-PCI Bus Expansion:** Allows a notebook PC equipped with a CardBus (PC Card Type II) slot to connect to an external PCI bus expansion chassis, adding standard PCI slots for peripheral boards. - **Direct PCI Signal Transmission:** Implements a direct PCI bus extension (Bus Extension Type) rather than a serial conversion, ensuring low-latency, high-integrity signal transmission between host and chassis. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Automatically recognized by Windows operating systems; supports hot insertion under controlled conditions. - **Power Synchronization:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power state, simplifying system management. - **Compact and Portable:** The PC Card form factor (85.6 × 54.0 × 5.0 mm) and lightweight design (approx. 50 g) make it ideal for mobile measurement and control applications. - **High Compatibility:** Complies with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 (+5V/32-bit, 33MHz) and PC Card Standard CardBus (Type II). Compatible with a wide range of CONTEC expansion chassis models. - **Included Cable:** Supplied with a dedicated 1-meter CB-CB68/96 connection cable for reliable high-speed signal transmission. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial environments (0–50°C, 20–90% RH, non-condensing). - **Supported Operating Systems:** Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98SE, and Windows 98. (Windows Vista supported only with specific chassis models.)

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **StarFabric-Compliant High-Speed Serial Transfer:** Supports 2.5 Gbps serial data transfer rate, ensuring stable, high-throughput communication between host and expansion chassis. - **Extended PCI Bus Connectivity:** Expands a standard 5 V/32-bit 33 MHz PCI bus through a CardBus interface, allowing use of standard PCI boards externally. - **Long-Distance Operation:** Supports up to 12 m connection distance using Category 5e STP cables, ideal for distributed measurement and control systems. - **Noise-Resistant Cabling:** Uses shielded twisted-pair (STP) cables to minimize electromagnetic interference in industrial environments. - **Compact CardBus Form Factor:** PC Card Standard Type II (119.0 × 54.0 × 19.0 mm) for easy installation in notebook PCs. - **Plug-and-Play Expansion:** Provides seamless PCI bus extension without requiring modification of existing PCI boards or application software. - **Power Synchronization:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power. - **Flexible Chassis Compatibility:** Compatible with multiple StarFabric-compliant PCI expansion chassis models (ECH(PCI)SF series) offering 2, 4, 7, or 13 PCI slots. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in 0 – 50 °C environments with 20 – 90 % RH humidity tolerance (non-condensing). - **Operating System Support:** Compatible with Windows XP and Windows 2000 (dedicated driver required).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Bus Expansion Capability:** Expands a standard PCI bus (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) from a single low-profile or standard PCI slot in the host PC. - **Flexible Chassis Compatibility:** Works with multiple CONTEC expansion chassis models, including ECH(PCI)BE-H2B, F2B, H4B, F4B, H4A, H7A, F7A, H13A, and F13A. - **Low Profile and Standard PCI Support:** Supplied with both low-profile and standard PCI brackets for compatibility with various PC form factors. - **Power Synchronization:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power supply. - **High Signal Integrity:** Uses a dedicated 1-meter shielded connection cable (CB-CB68/96) for reliable high-speed signal transmission between the host and expansion chassis. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Built for industrial environments with robust construction, stable operation, and compliance with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3. - **Ease of Integration:** Automatically recognized by Windows operating systems via standard PCI-to-PCI bridge drivers; no special software required. - **RoHS Compliant:** Environmentally friendly design meeting RoHS directives. - **Compact Dimensions:** Optimized for low-profile PCI slots (121.69 mm × 63.41 mm).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **StarFabric-Compliant High-Speed Serial Transfer:** Supports 2.5 Gbps serial data transfer, enabling reliable PCI bus extension over long distances (up to 12 m). - **PCI Bus Compatibility:** Fully compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.2 (+5V / +3.3V). Allows use of existing PCI add-on boards and software without modification. - **Low Profile and Standard PCI Slot Support:** Designed for low-profile PCI slots but includes a standard PCI bracket for compatibility with full-height slots. - **Extended Distance Operation:** Utilizes noise-resistant Category 5e STP cables for stable operation in industrial environments. Two 12-meter cables are included. - **Remote Power Synchronization:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power state. - **Flexible Expansion Options:** Compatible with multiple expansion chassis configurations (2, 4, 7, or 13 PCI slots; short or long board sizes; AC adapter or built-in power supply). - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for measurement and control applications requiring remote I/O or distributed system architectures. - **Operating System Support:** Compatible with Windows XP and Windows 2000 (dedicated driver installation required). - **RoHS Compliance:** Environmentally friendly design meeting RoHS directives.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

PCI extension card for bus slot expansion system, 1m cable CB-BF96 included, 122*106mm, Contec

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Express to PCI Bus Expansion:** Converts a single PCI Express slot on the host PC into a standard PCI bus (5V/32-bit, 33MHz), allowing the use of legacy PCI boards in modern systems. - **Low Profile and Standard Bracket Support:** Supplied with both low-profile and standard PCI brackets, ensuring compatibility with compact and full-height PC enclosures. - **Included High-Speed Cable:** Ships with a dedicated 1-meter CB-CB68/96 connection cable for reliable high-speed signal transmission between the host adapter and expansion chassis. - **Synchronized Power Control:** The expansion chassis power supply can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power state, simplifying system operation and ensuring safe startup/shutdown sequences. - **Flexible Expansion Options:** Compatible with multiple CONTEC PCI expansion chassis models (ECH(PCI)BE-H2B, F2B, H4B, F4B, H4A, H7A, F7A, H13A, F13A), supporting configurations from 2 to 13 PCI slots. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Engineered for measurement and control environments, supporting stable operation in 0–50°C and 10–90% RH (non-condensing) conditions. - **RoHS Compliance:** Fully compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive, ensuring environmentally responsible manufacturing. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Automatically recognized by Windows operating systems without requiring proprietary drivers; uses standard PCI-to-PCI bridge functionality. - **High Signal Integrity:** Designed for short-distance bus extension (1m cable) with minimal signal degradation, ideal for systems where the expansion chassis is located near the host PC.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **ExpressCard-to-PCI Bus Expansion:** The EAD-CE-EC allows a notebook PC with an ExpressCard slot to connect to an external PCI bus expansion chassis, effectively adding PCI slots to systems that lack them. This enables the use of standard PCI add-on boards with portable computers. - **Plug-and-Play ExpressCard Interface:** Compliant with ExpressCard Standard Release 1.1, the adapter provides a direct, high-speed interface between the host system and the external PCI bus. - **Flexible Expansion Options:** Compatible with optional CONTEC PCI expansion chassis, such as the ECH-PCI-CE-H2B (2-slot short-size black chassis). Users can select chassis models based on the number of required PCI slots and the physical size of the add-on boards (short or long). - **Linked Power Control:** The expansion chassis can be configured to power ON/OFF in synchronization with the host PC, ensuring seamless operation and preventing power sequencing issues. - **Compact and Lightweight Design:** The ExpressCard adapter measures 100 × 34 × 5 mm and weighs approximately 40 g, making it ideal for mobile and embedded applications. - **Bundled Connection Cable:** Includes a 1-meter connection cable (CB-CE1) for linking the ExpressCard adapter to the expansion chassis. Cable lengths up to 7 meters are supported with optional cables. - **Operating System Compatibility:** Supported on Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows XP operating systems. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for industrial measurement, control, and automation environments where PCI-based instrumentation or I/O boards must be used with modern notebook PCs.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Bus Expansion via PCI Express:** The EAD-CE-LPE allows a host PC with a PCI Express slot to add PCI bus (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) expansion slots through an external chassis. This enables the use of legacy PCI boards on modern systems that only have PCI Express interfaces. - **Low Profile and Standard Slot Compatibility:** The adapter is designed for low-profile PCI Express slots but includes a standard-size bracket, allowing installation in both low-profile and full-height PCI Express slots. - **Bundled High-Speed Cable:** A 1-meter dedicated connection cable (CB-CE1) is included for linking the adapter to the expansion chassis. The system supports cable lengths up to 7 meters (optional). - **Selectable Expansion Chassis:** Compatible with CONTEC’s PCI bus expansion chassis lineup (e.g., ECH-PCI-CE-H2B), available in multiple slot configurations (2, 4, 7, 13 slots) and board sizes (short or long). Users can select the chassis according to the number of required PCI slots and board dimensions. - **Linked Power Control:** The expansion chassis power supply can be synchronized with the host PC’s power state. When the PC is powered on or off, the chassis automatically follows, simplifying system management. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Built for measurement and control environments, the EAD-CE-LPE supports stable operation in industrial PCs, Box-PCs, and Panel-PCs. It is suitable for applications requiring reliable PCI bus extension in close proximity to the host system. - **RoHS Compliance:** The product is RoHS-compliant, ensuring adherence to environmental and safety standards.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dual PCI Slot Expansion:** Adds two PCI Local Bus (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) slots to a host PC, enabling the installation of additional PCI-based I/O, communication, or control boards. - **Compact Half-Size Design:** The chassis measures only 71 mm (W) × 144 mm (H) × 222 mm (D), allowing it to fit conveniently beside or beneath a desktop or industrial PC. Its small footprint supports space-saving system configurations. - **Short-Size PCI Board Compatibility:** Supports two short-size PCI boards with maximum dimensions of 176.5 mm (L) × 107 mm (H). This makes it suitable for most standard PCI add-on cards used in industrial automation and measurement systems. - **Linked Power Control:** The chassis power can be synchronized with the host PC’s power state, allowing automatic ON/OFF control when the PC is powered up or shut down. - **Integrated Cooling System:** Equipped with a built-in cooling fan to maintain stable operating temperatures and ensure long-term reliability of installed PCI boards. - **External AC Power Supply:** Includes a 60W external AC adapter (100–240VAC input range) for flexible deployment in global environments. The adapter is lightweight (~0.9 kg) and supports universal voltage operation. - **Industrial Durability:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial and laboratory environments, with an operating temperature range of 0–50°C and humidity tolerance of 20–80% RH (non-condensing). - **Ease of Integration:** Compatible with optional CONTEC expansion adapters such as EAD-CE-EC (ExpressCard interface) and EAD-CE-LPE (PCI Express interface), enabling flexible connection to various host systems. - **Maintenance-Friendly Design:** The power supply and cooling fan are field-replaceable components with an expected service life of approximately five years under standard office conditions (25°C, 60% RH).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions