StarTech com PEX4SFF8639U3 U.3 to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter User Guide

: June 12, 2024
: StarTech com

Table of Contents

StarTech com PEX4SFF8639U3 U.3 to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter
Product Information
Installation
Requirements
Package Contents
Regulatory Compliance
Industry Canada Statement
Warranty Information
Limitation of Liability
References
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StarTech com PEX4SFF8639U3 U.3 to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter

StarTech com PEX4SFF8639U3 U.3 to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter-
PRODUCT

Product Information

The PEX4SFF8639U3 is a U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) to PCIe 4.0 x4 Host Adapter that allows you to connect two 2.5 U.3 NVMe SSDs to your computer. The product is compatible with x4, x8, or x16 PCIe slots and comes with a two-year warranty. The product package includes LED jumper pins, a U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) drive connector, drive mounting holes, and a PCIe x4 connector.

Installation

Connect an SSD to the Drive Adapter

Warning! Drives should be handled carefully, especially when being transported. If not handled with care, lost or corrupted data may be experienced. Ensure that the Installer is properly grounded before opening the Computer Case or touching the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter. The Installer should wear an Anti-Static Strap when installing any computer component. If an Anti- Static Strap is not available, discharge any built-up static electricity by touching a large Grounded Metal Surface for several seconds. Only handle the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter by its edges and do not touch the gold connectors.

Installation of SSD to the Drive Adapter:
Slide the SSD into the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter and connect it to the U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) Connector on the card.
Turn over the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter.
Insert the four Drive Mounting Screws through the Drive Mounting Holes on the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter and into the SSD using
a Phillips Screwdriver.
Tighten the Screws to secure the drive to the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter.
Installation of Drive Adapter:
Turn off the computer and any connected devices or peripherals.
Unplug the power cable from the back of the computer.
Disconnect any peripheral devices connected to the computer.
Open the computer case and locate an available PCIe x4 slot. Remove the corresponding metal cover plate from the back of the computer case.
Gently insert the U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter into the available PCIe slot and use a computer case screw to secure the bracket to the back of the case.
Replace the cover on the computer case.
Reconnect the power cable to the back of the computer and all peripheral devices that were disconnected in Step 3.
Turn on the computer and connected peripheral devices.

Note: If the drive is new or does not contain data, it may be necessary to initialize the drive. Refer to the documentation of the operating system installed on the computer for instructions on how to complete this process.

Requirements

For the latest drivers/software, technical specifications, and declarations of conformance, please visit: www.StarTech.com/PEX4SFF8639U3

Package Contents

U.3 to PCIe x4 Adapter x 1
Drive Mounting Screws x 4
Quick-Start Guide x 1

Regulatory Compliance

FCC – Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause interference, and
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you. StarTech com
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