What is USB 2.0 ?

A core team from Compaq, Hewlett Packard, Intel, Lucent, Microsoft, NEC and Philips is leading the development of the USB Specification, version 2.0, which will increase data throughput by a factor of 40. This backwards-compatible extension of the USB 1.1 specification uses the same cables, connectors and software interface so the user will see no change in the usage model. They will, however, benefit from an additional range of higher performance peripherals, such as video-conferencing cameras, next-generation features as today¡¯s USB peripherals.
At forty times faster than the USB 1.1 specification, the new USB 2.0 standard is ideal for high-speed peripherals because it provides the higher bandwidth necessary for external hard disks, high-speed scanners, CD-RW and DVD storage drives. USB 2.0 can also still be used to connect lower speed USB 1.1 devices like digital cameras, modems, keyboards, mouse, digital joysticks, tape and floppy drives, digital scanners and printers to computers.

Work with current and future USB devices
USB 2.0 host controller card makes it easy to add the peripherals you need. From thousands of currently available USB 1.1 devices to new high-performance USB 2.0 peripherals, USB 2.0 PCI card is designed for maximum compatibility. And for maximum flexibility and choice, Tekram offers USB 2.0 card in 4-port and 5-port versions.

Go for maximum speed with USB 2.0
USB 2.0 is the fastest USB standard yet released, supporting data speeds up to 480 megabits per second (Mbps). That's 40 times faster than USB 1.1! It makes USB 2.0 an ideal technology for external storage devices, scanners, CD-RWs and much more. To Make sure your USB 2.0 peripherals really fly, we have even included high performance Tekram USB 2.0 drivers for Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

Enjoy USB¡¯s plug-and-play advantage
The USB standard is simple and easy to use. All you have to do is to install the USB 2.0 PCI card, and to install the Tekram USB 2.0 drivers, and you system is ready to take advantage of USB devices. The USB 2.0 host controller card automatically configures itself for USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 operation. Nothing could be easier to set up.

About Tekram USB 2.0 Host Adapter
The USB 2.0 Host Adapter is very simple for consumer usage. It is the no-hassle, ¡°plug and play¡± solution for connecting up to 127 individual USB peripherals at one time.
The USB 2.0 Host Adapter is designed for maximum compatibility. Add the power of the high-speed USB 2.0 interface to your computer with theTekram USB 2.0 PCI Card. Supporting data speeds up to 480Mbps, USB 2.0 is up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. Simply plug your USB 2.0 card into an empty PCI slot and follow a few easy steps for installation. This card is also backward compatible with virtually all existing USB 1.1 peripherals. With the addition of USB 2.0, you'll be able to connect instantly to today's hottest consumer electronic devices, such as printers, scanners, cameras, MP3 players, and external storage, and realize all the advantages USB 2.0 has to offer.
From the thousands of currently available USB 1.1 devices to the new high-performance USB 2.0 peripherals, the USB 2.0 Host Adapter is compatible with today¡¯s most popular peripherals and tomorrow¡¯s exciting new ones.


The USB 2.0 Host Adapter complies with the Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0 and Open Host Controller Interface Specification for full-/ low-speed signaling and Intel¡¯s Enhanced Host Controller Interface Specification for high-speed signaling and works up to 480 Mbps.

Tekram USB 2.0 product comes with our years of experience helping people access the full power of high-performance peripherals. In fact, our cards are the standard that peripheral manufacturers themselves use to test the compatibility of their new USB products. And we back up our products with our superior telephone and online support.
You also get the benefit of Tekram's vast experience in making advanced technologies easy to use. Our cards are the standard that peripheral manufacturers themselves use to test the compatibility of new products. We back up the USB 2.0 host controller card with a five-year hardware warranty plus our superior telephone and online support. Don't limit your options with a card that only supports USB 1.1. Accelerate your peripheral support today!


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