Is it better to use the mini PCIe slot or the larger one?
369746
If you mean the short versus the longer slots (X1 or X 16) it doesn't matter.It is only going to draw the power that it needs because the connectors are only going to connect in a X1 (short slot) mode. The main issue is that you connect the card to an internal power supply, either the Molex connector or the SATA style connector; whichever one will fit. My suggestion is to install it in one of the X1 (short) slots and save the longer slots for something like a video card. Windows 7 will find drivers for it but it's a good idea to use the driver disk that came with it. You're not going to get super blazing speed unless you have some super blazing adapter or protocol installed which most USB 3.0 devices do not have. However, I have been very happy with this device even though I know I'm not going to get the full throughput that is commonly advertised for USB 3.0. You have to read the advertisements carefully because they say UP TO 400+ megabits per second.
369747
I used the larger slot because I feel it is more secure when applying pressure to install the card. The leads on the connectors are relatively short and may limit your choices.
369748
I bought the mini PCIe for my Mac Pro 1 because the regular(PCI) card pins did not fit into the PCI slot. I needed a PCIe(e= extended) according to the techs at Apple. The card works well and I have no issues with it.... I hope this helps.
1083026
I believe the difference are the fans. This card works well in my setup. I would recommend buying it.
1635422
Have you looked at the pics? It has both brackets--you can use either (provided you have an open PCI slot).
95893
Also, take a look at the ports and see which would suit you the best. The two cards have different options.
2277476
Idk, does that mono have a PCI-E 2.0 slot or above? If so, yes. Make sure you have case room too, this thing is big
1462977
Like the others have said the card is 10X2X4 (Inches). It's a rather large card. If you have anything that isn't made to house a larger card then you will need a replacement. I now that if you want to keep a small case then a BitFenix Prodigy will most certainly work. If not then any "Enthusiast" styled mid tower to full tower case should be just fine Just check the specs to be sure.
1334525
You can use a 128G micro. I have w/out issues for a year. CAREFUL! Many pirate 128G cards around. Buy name brand.
2184205
802.11ac spec has max bandwidth of 1000 mbps while mini pcie spec is max 2500 mbps so there won't be a bottleneck from the backplane.
737937
Yes. The bandwidth in your 2.0 x16 slot will be comparable to PCIe 3.0 x8, which is more than enough headroom. It's a great card, go for it!
1441178
Not sure what you're asking. This is a external hub, so it has no impact on your PCIe card utilization, though as with all USB devices, it does grab a few cycles to service its master USB connection to your computer. If you had a PCIe card with more USB ports, you would be able to use them as well. An advantage of external hubs is more convenient power cable routing than is available in a small desktop chassis.
405822
If the card is integrated into the motherboard, then you don't need a separate one. But be aware that integrated video cards take away some of your main memory for their own use.
2267409
According to the board stats... it has PCI-E slots.. so why would you need it ?
322928
Bulky is alright its the lenght you have to be concerned with. I used some MSI Cyclone cards that i had no problem with.
2243936
Half size format express. The dual port uses the whole slot and is physically more stable. Performance is as specified. I do not know if it can be put in a pcmcia slot nor do I know how it will perform with the older chipsets.
778215
If it has a 1/2 height Mini PCIe slot then yes. If it is a full size slot you need to use a 1/2 to full height adapter.
2280282
I'd call it low profile, but it does have some width to it. The heat sink makes it wide. In my case, the PCI express slot was isolated. If you have an existing card next to this slot it might be tight.
39017
There's absolutely no performance decrease between PCIe's 2 and 3, so you're in luck! :)