Placă de interfață Inter-Tech ARGUS KC-008

The Inter-Tech ARGUS KC-008 is an internal interface card that adds a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port to a desktop PC via a PCIe x4 slot. The card requires a free PCIe x4 slot and an available SATA power connector from the system power supply. It supports a theoretical maximum transfer rate of up to 20 Gbit/s and is compatible with Windows 10. Dimensions: 115 mm × 120 mm × 18 mm; package weight: 100 g.

Advantages

The ARGUS KC-008 provides native high-speed USB connectivity without external hubs or adapters, using the PCIe x4 host interface for direct system integration. Installation is straightforward: plug the card into a free PCIe x4 slot and connect the SATA power cable. The Type-C port supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 specification for up to 20 Gbit/s theoretical throughput, suitable for fast external NVMe enclosures, high-resolution video capture devices, and rapid file transfers.

Suitable for

• Adding a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port to a desktop PC
• High-speed external storage (NVMe enclosures, fast SSDs)
• Video capture and high-bandwidth peripherals
• Workflows requiring rapid large-file transfers

Key specifications

• Host interface: PCIe x4
• External port: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C (up to 20 Gbit/s theoretical)
• Power: SATA power connector required
• Compatibility: Windows 10
• Dimensions: 115 mm × 120 mm × 18 mm
• Package weight: 100 g
• Internal device: yes

How to use

Power down the PC and open the case. Insert the ARGUS KC-008 into an available PCIe x4 slot and secure it in the chassis. Connect a free SATA power cable from the system power supply to the card’s power connector. Close the case, power on the system and install any required drivers or let the operating system detect the new USB controller. After installation, connect USB Type-C devices to the new port.

Recommendations

For maximum performance, use compatible USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 devices and high-quality Type-C cables rated for 20 Gbit/s. Ensure the system power supply has an available SATA connector and sufficient capacity before installation.