Adapter Cards

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
H5-25573-00 Broadcom	SAS9300-8I SINGLE PACK	29
PCIE-M21U80HS Micro Connectors, Inc.	M.2 NVME SSD TO PCIE X4 W/ HS	500
STL-N-641 STL	1-PORT PCIE 2.5GB REALTEK ETHERN	25
VXC-182IAU ICP DAS USA Inc.	PCI BOARD WITH 1 ISOLATED RS 422	30
PCI-D9-02 Tripp Lite	2-PORT DB9 (RS-232) SERIAL PCI	17200
1120110021 Woodhead - Molex	NIC;PROFIBUS;PCI;1CHL;PB3;UNV;RO	3
PCIE-1602C-AE Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	PCIE CARD, 2XRS-232/422/485, W/S	4
VXC-112AU ICP DAS USA Inc.	UNIVERSAL PCI BOARD WITH 2 RS 23	30
1120170001 Woodhead - Molex	NIC:PROFIBUS:INTERFACE:RS485:GAL	2
05-25420-08 Broadcom	MR SAS 9361 8I SINGLE KIT 1GB	0
AWPCIE-1900U ALFA Network Inc.	RTL8814AU WI-FI 5 MINI PCIE, 4X4	4
PCIE-1602B-AE Quatech / B+B SmartWorx	PCIE CARD, 2XRS-232/422/485, W/S	163
1120115035 Woodhead - Molex	NIC;PROFIBUS DP2:PCIE;1CHL;DRL	0
05-25190-02 Broadcom	MR SAS 9380-4I4E SINGLE KIT 1GB	4
05-25704-00 Broadcom	SAS9305-16E SINGLE KIT NA A 00 L	8
PCE-1G-01-LP Tripp Lite	1-PORT GIGABIT ETHERNET (GBE) PC	9150
PCE-1G-01 Tripp Lite	1-PORT GIGABIT ETHERNET (GBE) PC	4180
PCE-D9-04-CBL Tripp Lite	4-PORT DB9 (RS-232) SERIAL PCI E	37
AX200NGW ALFA Network Inc.	INTEL WI-FI 6 AX200 M.2 , 2230,	10
05-25444-00 Broadcom	MEGARAID CACHEVAULT ACCESSORY	25

Adapter Cards

1. Overview

Adapter cards are hardware components that enable connectivity and compatibility between computer systems and peripheral devices. By bridging different interface standards, protocols, or physical connections, they facilitate data exchange, signal conversion, and functional expansion. In modern computing, adapter cards play a critical role in maintaining backward compatibility, supporting emerging technologies, and optimizing system performance across diverse applications.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Network Interface Cards (NICs)	Provide wired/wireless connectivity (Ethernet/Wi-Fi 6)	Data centers, enterprise networks
Graphics Adapter Cards	Process visual data with dedicated GPUs	Gaming PCs, CAD workstations
Storage Controller Cards	Support NVMe/SATA/SCSI devices	RAID servers, high-speed storage arrays
USB Adapter Cards	Expand USB ports (Type-A/C, USB4)	Peripheral connectivity hubs
Audio Interface Cards	High-fidelity audio input/output	Recording studios, VoIP systems
Serial/Parallel Port Cards	Legacy industrial equipment interface	Manufacturing automation systems
Fibre Channel Adapters	High-speed storage networking	Enterprise SAN environments

3. Structure and Components

Typical adapter card construction includes: - Interface connectors (PCIe, PCI-X, or M.2) - Printed Circuit Board (PCB) with signal traces - Bridge chips for protocol conversion - Power management modules - Heat sinks or active cooling for thermal regulation - External ports (RJ45, HDMI, etc.) - Firmware chips for hardware-software communication

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Bus Interface (PCIe 4.0, USB 3.2)	Determines maximum data throughput
Transfer Rate (Gbps)	Affects system responsiveness
Protocol Support	Defines compatibility with devices
Power Consumption (W)	Impacts thermal design and efficiency
Error Correction	Ensures data integrity in critical systems
Form Factor	Dictates physical compatibility

5. Application Fields

IT Infrastructure: Server virtualization, cloud computing
Industrial Automation: PLC interface adapters
Medical Imaging: DICOM-compatible display adapters
Financial Services: Low-latency trading network cards
Aviation: ARINC 429 communication adapters
Scientific Research: High-speed data acquisition cards

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Products
Intel Corporation	X550-T2 (10GbE NIC), UHD Graphics P630
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)	Radeon Instinct MI210 (AI accelerator)
NVIDIA	RTX 3080 (PCIe 4.0 graphics)
Broadcom Inc.	BCM57414 (Ethernet storage adapter)
ASMedia Technology	ASM3242 (USB4 controller)

7. Selection Recommendations

Verify host interface compatibility (PCIe version, motherboard chipset)
Match bandwidth requirements with application needs
Consider environmental factors (temperature, vibration)
Evaluate driver support across operating systems
Plan for future expansion capabilities
Balance performance with power consumption constraints

8. Industry Trends Analysis

Key development directions include: - High-speed interfaces: Transition to PCIe 5.0/6.0 and CXL protocols - Convergence: Multi-function adapter integration (e.g., NIC + storage) - Smart adapters: On-card AI acceleration and hardware virtualization - Green technology: Energy-efficient designs with adaptive power scaling - Wireless dominance: Expansion of Wi-Fi 6E and 5G adapter solutions - Optical interfaces: Growth of fiber-based interconnects for data centers