StarTech 1 Port 2.5GbE PCIe Network Card
Upgrade your network with StarTech's 1-port 2.5GbE PCIe card. Works with existing cables & supports multi-gigabit speeds.
The StarTech 1 Port 2.5GbE PCIe Network Card provides a cost-effective solution for upgrading your desktop PC or server to multi-gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Easily add 2.5GBASE-T network capability to your system while utilising your existing Cat5e/Cat6 cabling infrastructure.
This high-performance NIC features the Realtek RTL8125 chipset, delivering reliable network speeds at 10Mb/s, 100Mb/s, 1Gb/s, and 2.5Gb/s. Its backwards compatibility ensures seamless integration with your current network equipment without requiring expensive cable upgrades.
Key Features:
- Supports 16K Jumbo Frames for improved network efficiency
- Auto-MDIX for simplified cable connection
- Wake-on-LAN functionality for remote access
- IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet) compliant
- IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet compatible
- PCI-Express 2.0 (x4) interface for high-bandwidth performance
- Includes both standard and low-profile brackets for flexible installation
Compatibility:
- Windows 7/8/10
- Windows Server 2008/2012/2016
- Linux 2.4.20-4.x (LTS versions only)
This network adapter is ideal for users who need faster network speeds than traditional Gigabit Ethernet can provide, but aren't ready to invest in full 10GbE infrastructure. Perfect for bandwidth-intensive applications like video editing, network storage access, and virtualisation environments.
- Dispatched within 0-2 business days
- Delivery to United States: 3-5 business days*
- Free Shipping Included
- Desktop PC network upgrades
- Server network connections
- Home networking setups
- Office network environments
- Chipset: Realtek RTL8125
- Interface: PCI-Express 2.0 (x4)
- Speeds: 10/100/1000/2.5Gbps
- Standards: IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3u
- Features: Wake-on-LAN, Auto-MDIX, Jumbo Frames (16K)
- Brackets Included: Standard + Low Profile
- Weight: 60g
- Contents: Network card, LP bracket, user guide
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