LogiLink PC0057A Interface Card

The LogiLink PC0057A is an internal PCI Express expansion card that adds four USB 3.0 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Type-A ports to a desktop PC. It installs into a PCIe slot and provides high-speed data transfer up to 5 Gbps, with backward compatibility for USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. The card uses a VIA VL805 chipset and requires an internal 5.25" power connection to supply up to 900 mA per port.

Advantages

This PCIe USB 3.0 card delivers transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and supports legacy USB 2.0/1.1 devices, enabling both modern high-speed peripherals and older devices to operate. The VIA VL805 chipset ensures stable host control, while the internal 5.25" power connector provides sufficient current for multiple USB devices. Plug-and-play installation simplifies setup on compatible Windows systems.

Suitable for

• Adding additional USB 3.0 ports to a desktop PC
• Connecting external storage devices for faster file transfers
• Powering and using multiple USB peripherals requiring up to 900 mA per port
• Upgrading older systems to support USB 3.0 speeds

Key specifications

• Brand: LOGILINK, Model: PC0057A
• Interface: PCI Express (PCIe) host interface
• Chipset: VIA VL805
• Output: 4 × USB 3.0 Type-A ports (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.1 Gen 1)
• Max transfer rate: 5 GBit/s
• Backward compatible: USB 2.0 / USB 1.1
• Power: internal 5.25" power connector, up to 900 mA per port
• Operating systems: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1

How to use

Power off the PC and insert the card into an available PCIe slot on the motherboard. Connect the internal 5.25" power cable from the PSU to the card to ensure sufficient power for attached devices. Boot the system and allow Plug and Play to detect the device; install drivers if required for your Windows version. After installation, connect USB devices to the Type-A ports for high-speed data transfer and charging within the specified current limits.

Recommendations

Use the supplied internal power connection when connecting multiple or high-current USB devices to ensure stable operation. Verify compatibility with your motherboard's available PCIe slot and your Windows version before installation.