PCISAT2IDE1 slot-saver PCI is the perfect way to upgrade tohigh-speed Serial ATA ... more
without losing your Ultra ATA connectivity.Two Serial ATA ports and one Ultra ATA133 port let you run bothdrive types on the same system using only one PCI slot.
Postage & Packaging: £3.99 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
PCISAT2IDE1 slot-saver PCI is the perfect way to upgrade tohigh-speed Serial ATA ... more
without losing your Ultra ATA connectivity.Two Serial ATA ports and one Ultra ATA133 port let you run bothdrive types on the same system using only one PCI slot.
Postage & Packaging: free Super Saver Delivery Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours...
Advantages: USB 1.1 Backwards Compatable Disadvantages: Instalation
.
The drivers are in a set up file in the driver?s directory, which you need to run before installing the card. Once the set up file was ran and the computer was restarted then there were no problems with installing the card and windows automatically located the drivers. It was a pity that the manual was not clearer about this.
Since installation I have had absolutely no problems running both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices and I have to say that I have seen no noticeable change in speed between the 2 standards.
So apart from the slight installation hassle it has done the job it is supposed to do and that is all I want from it. Though I am confused as to why there is a need for 2 standards when on I have not seen a noticeable improvement in performance. ...
Advantages: Simple setup, manages itself Disadvantages: Very occasional low signal
Following on from my review of the Belkin wireless router, this is the piece of kit at the other end of the link. The PCI Desktop Card is whats required to allow the PC to communicate with the router.
This product cost me £25 when I bought it. I was interested in the Belkin wireless router, so I played safe and used the same manufacturer for both items that would allow the router and my PC talk to each other.
--Whats in the box--
On opening the box, there were no real surprises. There was the PCIcard, the antenna, a quick installation guide and a CD which contained the drivers and a full manual.
--Installation--
On reading the quick installation guide, it was apparent that the software had to be installed before the card was plugged in. The reason for this was because, when the hardware was detected, the software would ...
and more intuative ways of use.
Overall the Sixaxis controller has a very sturdy build quility a very comfortable design, which hasn't changed since the PS1 whcih i think is great because it was perfect and there is no need to change something that ain't broke and is loved by many.
*Review may also appear on dooyoo.co.uk under the same username Fishstir* ...
Product Information for "StarTech.com 2S1I PCI SATA IDE Combo Controller Adapter Card" »
Manufacturer's product description
StarTech.com's 2S1I PCI SATA IDE Combo Controller Adapter Card adds two Serial ATA ports and one Ultra ATA133 channel (supports 2 IDE drives) through simple installation in a single PCI slot. The SATA/IDE controller adapter card also includes a low profile bracket for adapting to slimline or small form factor system applications. This high quality adapter card is the perfect upgrade for power-users.
Related tags for StarTech.com 2S1I PCI SATA IDE Combo Controller Adapter Card »
