Re: [UNIX/GNU/Linux] PCIe-to-PCI bridge/cable

On Wed, 3/11/2026 6:56 AM, David Chmelik wrote:
> My new AMD Ryzen 9 9950X GigaByte Aorux X870E Xtreme AI Top system-/logic-
> board UNIX/GNU/Linux workstation has (according to Slackware GNU/Linux 
> lspci) StarTech 'PCI bridge: PLX Technology, Inc. PEX 8114 PCI Express-to-
> PCI/PCI-X Bridge (rev bc)' with a Creative Labs SoundBlaster Audigy 2ZS 
> Platinum with front panel which isn't detected (front panel controls are 
> essential 100% the reason I'm using it, and don't need that for great 
> quality when already have that built-in for when necessary, so no 
> suggestions of alternatives, please).  Are there even Linux kernel drivers 
> for this bridge, and might the cable matter?  That extends to a side slot 
> (perpendicular to main slots) on SilverStone SETA D1 EATX case.  I would 
> use white Corsair Carbide 500R but don't want to cut holes for SATA.
> 

If lspci lists SB, then bridge is working. (Working bridge exposes PnP.)

Fully functional sound drivers are another matter (not a
Class driver, more of a custom driver). The DSP chip may be non-working
in some OSes.

   Paul