Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Extension Card User Manual

1. Ifihan

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and troubleshooting of your Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Extension Card. Please read this manual carefully before installation to ensure proper usage and optimal performance.

2. Ọja Ipariview

The Inateck RedComets U22 is a high-performance PCIe expansion card designed to add multiple USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports to your computer. It features advanced circuitry for stable and fast data transfer.

• Multi-port Extension: Extends 6 USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports and 2 USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports from a single PCIe x4 card slot.
• High-speed Transmission: Offers a total bandwidth of up to 16Gbps. Each individual port supports data transfer rates up to 10Gbps when used solely. Bandwidth is shared between groups of ports: one USB Type-C and three USB Type-A ports share 10Gbps, and the remaining four ports share another 10Gbps.
• Ifijiṣẹ Agbara: USB Type-A ports provide up to 5W of power, while USB Type-C ports provide up to 15W. All ports include short-circuit protection.
• Apẹrẹ ti o lagbara: Utilizes cutting-edge chips and brand new circuitry design, featuring over-current protection and voltage regulation from 12V to 5V to prevent damage from power fluctuations or overloads.

Image: Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe card highlighting its 6 USB Type-A and 2 USB Type-C ports, along with the 16Gbps total bandwidth and 10Gbps shared speed per group of ports.

Image: The Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe card, illustrating its 8-in-1 functionality with 2 USB Type-C and 6 USB Type-A ports.

3. Package Awọn akoonu

Jọwọ rii daju pe gbogbo awọn nkan wa ninu package:

• Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Extension Card
• Low-profile bracket (for small form factor cases)
• Screwdriver
• Iṣagbesori skru
• Itọsọna fifi sori ẹrọ (ọwọ yii)

Image: The complete package contents for the Inateck RedComets U22, showing the PCIe card, an optional low-profile bracket, a screwdriver, mounting screws, and the installation guide.

4. Eto & Fifi sori

Follow these steps to install the Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe card into your computer:

1. Agbara Pa: Pa kọ̀ǹpútà rẹ pátápátá kí o sì yọ okùn agbára kúrò nínú ihò ìtajà ògiri.
2. Ẹran Ṣii: Open your computer case. Refer to your computer's manual for instructions on how to safely open it.
3. Wa PCIe Iho: Identify an available PCIe x4, x8, or x16 slot on your motherboard. Ensure it is a PCIe 2.0, 3.0, or 4.0 slot for optimal performance.
4. Yọ Ideri Iho kuro: Yọ ideri irin kuro ni ẹhin apoti kọmputa rẹ ti o baamu si iho PCIe ti a yan.
5. Fi Kaadi sii: Carefully align the gold contacts of the Inateck PCIe card with the chosen PCIe slot. Press down firmly and evenly until the card is fully seated in the slot. Ensure the bracket is properly aligned with the opening in the case.
6. Kaadi to ni aabo: Use the provided screw to secure the card's bracket to the computer case. If you have a small form factor case, you may need to replace the standard bracket with the included low-profile akọmọ ṣaaju fifi sori.
7. Ti apoti naa pa ki o si tan ina: Close your computer case, reconnect the power cable, and power on your computer.

Akiyesi: This PCIe card draws power directly from the PCIe interface and does not require an external power supply.

Aworan: A alaye view of a PCIe slot, illustrating compatibility with PCIe 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 standards, and various slot sizes (x4, x8, x16).

Image: The Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe card correctly installed within a computer chassis, emphasizing that no additional external power supply is required.

5. Fifi sori awakọ

Driver requirements vary by operating system:

• Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OS, and Linux: No drivers are required. The card is plug-and-play.
• Windows 7 (32/64 bit): A driver installation is required. Please download the necessary driver from the official Inateck webojula.

After installation, it is recommended to check Device Manager (Windows) or System Information (Mac/Linux) to confirm that the card is recognized and functioning correctly.

Image: A visual representation of the operating systems compatible with the Inateck RedComets U22, including Windows (7/8/10/11), Mac OS (10.8.2 and above), and Linux.

6. Awọn ilana Iṣiṣẹ

Once installed and drivers (if needed) are in place, the Inateck RedComets U22 card functions as a standard USB hub. Connect your USB devices to the available Type-A or Type-C ports.

• Gbigbe Data: For optimal 10Gbps transfer speeds, ensure your connected device and USB cable also support USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps).
• Bandwidth Distribution: The card has a total bandwidth of 16Gbps. This bandwidth is intelligently distributed among the ports. Specifically, one USB Type-C port and three USB Type-A ports share 10Gbps, while the remaining four ports share another 10Gbps. When multiple devices are connected to ports within the same shared bandwidth group, the speed will be distributed among them.
• Ijade agbara: Use the USB Type-C ports for devices requiring up to 15W of power, and USB Type-A ports for devices requiring up to 5W.

7. Ibamu

The Inateck RedComets U22 card is designed for broad compatibility:

• Awọn ọna ṣiṣe: Compatible with Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Mac OS 10.8.2 and above, and Linux.
• PCIe Standards: Supports PCIe 2.0, PCIe 3.0, and PCIe 4.0.
• PCIe Iho: Works with PCIe x4, x8, and x16 slots.

Important Note on PCIe Bandwidth:

The actual speed of a PCIe interface may be lower than its theoretical maximum because PCIe interfaces share a total speed from the CPU. For example, if a motherboard has 16 lanes and two x16 PCIe interfaces that support PCIe 3.0 are in use simultaneously, the lanes allocated to each port will be evenly split to x8, resulting in a maximum bandwidth of 64 Gbps per slot instead of the theoretical 128 Gbps. Always ensure your motherboard's PCIe configuration and other installed devices do not excessively limit the available bandwidth for the Inateck card.

8. Laasigbotitusita

Issue: Cannot achieve 10Gbps or 16Gbps data transfer speeds.

If you are experiencing lower than expected data transfer speeds, consider the following:

1. Motherboard PCIe Interface:
   • Verify that your motherboard's PCIe interface protocol is PCIe 3.0 or above.
   • Ensure that the lanes allocated to the PCIe interface where the card is installed are x4 or more. Note that a PCIe x4 interface might operate at x2 or x1 lanes depending on motherboard configuration.
   • Be aware that when multiple PCIe interfaces are in use, the actual transmission speed for each interface may be lower than its theoretical value due to shared lanes.
2. Connected Device and Cable:
   • Confirm that the device connected to the PCIe card supports a 10Gbps bandwidth. Consult the device supplier if unsure.
   • Check if your USB cable supports 10Gbps bandwidth. Generally, cables supporting 10Gbps are shorter (less than one meter is often recommended for optimal performance) and may be of higher quality/cost than standard cables. Consult the cable supplier for specifications.
3. Simultaneous Port Usage:
   • The total bandwidth of the 8 ports on the PCIe card is 16Gbps.
   • Remember that one USB Type-C port and three USB Type-A ports share a 10Gbps rate, and the remaining four ports share another 10Gbps bandwidth. If multiple high-bandwidth devices are used simultaneously within the same group, the bandwidth will be shared, potentially reducing individual device speeds. The card intelligently allocates bandwidth.

Issue: Physical fitment of the bracket.

Some users have reported issues with the bracket alignment preventing USB cables from connecting or securing the card properly. Ensure the bracket is correctly aligned and secured. If necessary, use the provided low-profile bracket. In rare cases, minor adjustments to the case or bracket might be needed, but this should be approached with caution to avoid damaging components.

9. Awọn pato

10. Atilẹyin ọja & Atilẹyin

Atilẹyin ọja: The Inateck RedComets U22 PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen 2 Extension Card comes with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase.

Oluranlowo lati tun nkan se: For any technical issues, questions, or support inquiries not covered in this manual, please contact Inateck customer service. Refer to the official Inateck webaaye fun alaye olubasọrọ ati siwaju sii oro.