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March 25th, 2013 04:00
Adding USB 3.0 adapter in XPS8300
Is there no problem by adding a PCIe (half' height), Dell part Nr.: 492-11032 (18YXJ), to the PCI-Ex 1 (PCI express x 1 card slot)?
Thanks and best regards.
Ray
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DELL-Rajath N
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March 25th, 2013 06:00
Hi Ray,
Yes, you can install the USB 3.0 adapter card in the PCI-e x1 slot as XPS 8300’s motherboard has three slots. This would not cause any issues with the other USB ports.
Please let me know if you need further information.
H.J.Ray
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April 5th, 2013 05:00
Tnx Rajath!
How about the the power connection (Mulex connector) ?
We appreciate your attention!
Regards, Ray
DELL-Ravi Ch
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April 10th, 2013 13:00
Hi H.J.Ray,
You would not require a separate mulex connector for the above card. However, I would suggest you to go for full height card for your system. You can go for PCIe (full height), Dell part Nr.: 492-11031 (1294K).
H.J.Ray
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April 10th, 2013 15:00
Hello Ravi,
We only have 3 PCI Express 1/2 height slots left in our XPS 8300.
And 2 x 5 contacts Sata type connectors + 2 PCI Express, 6 contacts (12 v)
How about - Dell-onderdeel : A5566860 ?
CABLESTOGO Cables To Go 2-Port USB 3.0 SuperSpeed PCI-E Card - USB-adapter - PCI Express - USB, Hi-Speed USB, SuperSpeed USB 3.0 - 2 poorten
Tnx for your advice.
Regards, Ray
DELL-Ravi Ch
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April 15th, 2013 00:00
Hi H.J.Ray,
XPS 8300’s motherboard has three slots of PCIe X 1. The ‘Half height’ and ‘Full height’ of a card depends upon the chassis size. If your system was slim tower you would have needed half height cards but XPS 8300 is Normal mini tower which needs full height card to be placed in the PCIe X 1 slot.
‘Dell - onderdeel: A5566860’ is a full height card which is compatible with your system.