StarTech Readies 2-port USB 3.0 ExpressCard

Remember back in the days when everyone was looking for a USB 2.0 CardBus for his/her laptop. Now, early adopters are searching for USB 3.0 ExpressCard, and StarTech will be shipping one - powered by none other than NEC uPD720200 - very soon. StarTech ExpressCard / 34 with a huge dongle sticking out of a slot houses two vertically stacked USB 3.0 ports. A auxiliary port is located on the let side of the dongle.

There are a few inherent problems with this card or USB upgrade cards for that matter. For starter, these SuperSpeed USB ports won't have juice to supply a full 900mA for each port. An optional AC adapter will be needed which adds to the bulk for road warriors. The dongle itself obviously is another problem. It's simply too vulnerable when laptops are dropped and landed on the side of the ExpressCard, instantly breaking it. Treat it like a $50 early adopter toy, and you should be fine. Should you run into any problems with the USB 3.0 ExpressCard, Startech guarantees lifetime (of the company) warranty.

• Get StarTech.com 2 Port ExpressCard SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter - serial adapter - 2 ports now for $39.99 at Dell Small Business
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• Get StarTech.com 2 Port ExpressCard SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter - serial adapter - 2 ports now for $39.99 at TigerDirect.com
• Get StarTech.com 2 Port ExpressCard SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card Adapter - serial adapter - 2 ports now for $39.99 at Circuit City

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