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HP 515182-001 Ieee 1394 2-Ports PCI Firewire Low Profile Interface Hos Bus Adapter Card
- Interface: IEEE 1394a (FireWire)
- Number of Ports: 2
- Connector Type: Typically 6-pin FireWire
- Form Factor: Low Profile PCI
- Functionality: Host Bus Adapter
- Purpose: High-speed data transfer
- Compatibility: Requires PCI slot on motherboard
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Product Overview
The HP 515182-001 is an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) PCI interface card featuring two ports. This low-profile adapter card allows for the addition of FireWire connectivity to desktop computers, enabling high-speed data transfer for devices like external hard drives, digital cameras, and camcorders. It functions as a host bus adapter.
Technical Information
| Interface | IEEE 1394a (FireWire) |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Low Profile PCI |
| Functionality | Host Bus Adapter |
Product Description
The HP 515182-001 is a PCI expansion card designed to add IEEE 1394a, commonly known as FireWire, connectivity to a computer system. FireWire is a serial bus interface standard developed for high-speed communication and real-time data transfer, particularly popular for connecting digital video cameras, external storage devices, and other peripherals that require significant bandwidth. This particular card features two FireWire ports, likely the standard 6-pin connectors, which provide power and data transfer capabilities. The 'Low Profile' designation indicates that the card is designed to fit into the smaller chassis of low-profile or slimline desktop computers, making it versatile for various system builds. It connects to the computer's motherboard via a PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) slot, a common expansion bus standard in older and some current systems. As a host bus adapter, the HP 515182-001 facilitates communication between the computer's CPU and the connected FireWire devices. It is an ideal solution for users who need to connect legacy FireWire devices or require the high transfer speeds offered by the standard for tasks such as video editing or rapid data transfer from external drives. The inclusion of two ports allows for the connection of multiple FireWire devices simultaneously.
