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ASUS began shipping the first motherboard that supports USB 3.0 and SATA interface 6Gbps two months ago in early November. First mobos aimed at the fans, but soon their way into the mainstream. Gigabyte followed, and made seven new motherboard with support for the new interface, too.

At that time, the ASUS Daily Tech says that it developed a PCIe motherboard adapter for all customers who wish to upgrade to the new standards. Card that would fit U3S6 PCIe x4 or x8 connector and adds two USB 3.0 ports and two SATA ASUS 6Gbps the system.

The company has now announced that the development and testing of new U3S6 card completed and mass production began. This will begin shipping to the channel next week, with the e-tail availability is expected for two weeks from now. Best of all, the card will be sold with U3S6 retail price is only $ 30.

Although only officially endorsed ASUS add-in card on the motherboard, there should be no problems from customers who want the adapter cards used on motherboards from other brands because U3S6 comply fully with PCI specifications.

There are many new tools available soon for a few months, including a Crucial’s high-speed C300 RealSSD and Super Talent USB 3.0 flash drives. For additional USB 3.0 ports, a new hub uses a VIA controller hub may be an option.