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About this product
- Multi-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with four network speeds: 2.5G, 1G, 100Mbps, 10Mbps
- Compatible with both 2.5GBASE-T and NBASE-T specifications
- Supports 2.5Gbps network speeds on CAT5e cabling and CAT6a
- IEEE 802.3az and IEEE802.3u compliant energy efficient Realtek™ RTL8125 chipset
- Flexible installation with both standard and low-profile brackets included
PCI Express LAN Card | Windows ® & Linux | Realtek RTL8125| x1 PCIe
This single-port 2.5Gbps PCIe network card offers a versatile and low-cost way to deploy 2.5GbE network connectivity. It adds one copper Ethernet port to your server or desktop computer and provides Multi-Gigabit Ethernet access to your network at four speeds: 2.5 Gbps, 1G, 100Mbps, 10Mbps.
Cost-Effective Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Solution
The 2.5GBASE-T NIC provides additional bandwidth using your existing Ethernet infrastructure to help reduce the cost of cabling upgrades. The card enables you to connect to 2.5GBASE-T and NBASE-T equipment at network speeds of 10Mbps, 100Mbps, 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps over your CAT5e cabling (up to 100 m depending on the network configuration).
Optimal Technology for Optimal Performance
The network adapter card adds one Ethernet port to your workstation through a x1 PCIe slot. It features 2.5GBASE-T technology, supporting advanced Multi-Gigabit systems, including Cisco campus switches and Aruba Networks access points. The network card also supports NBASE-T and additional features including 16K Jumbo Frames, Auto-MDIX and Wake-on-LAN (WoL).
Efficient Ethernet
The Realtek RTL8125 chipset, compliant with IEEE 802.3az and IEEE802.3u supports the PCIe 2.0 interface for PC embedded applications. It provides up to a 250% increase in data rate over Gigabit Ethernet and requires no changes to existing cable infrastructure.
The ST2GPEX is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Product details
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| Auto MDIX IEEE | Yes |
|---|---|
| Certification | CE, FCC, REACH |
| Chipset | Realtek RTL8125 |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Component for | PC |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Depth | 80 mm |
| Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Full duplex | Yes |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Height | 20 mm |
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Internal | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Low-profile bracket | Yes |
| Master (outer) case height | 362 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 592 mm |
| Master (outer) case width | 308 mm |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 50 °C |
| Package depth | 171 mm |
| Package height | 30 mm |
| Package width | 142 mm |
| Product colour | Black |
| Products per master (outer) case | 80 pc(s) |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
| Weight | 138 g |
| Width | 120 mm |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Win... |
Logistics
| EAN | 0065030882040 |
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| Unit of measure | — |
| Weight | — |
| Dimensions | — |
| Dangerous goods | No |
Warranty
- 12-month warranty on everything we sell.
- Runs from the day your order is delivered.
- Faults under normal use are repaired, replaced or refunded.
Payment
- Visa and Mastercard, processed securely by Tyl by NatWest with 3D Secure.
- PayPal — your PayPal balance or a saved card or bank account.
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- No surcharge on any payment method; refunds go back to the way you paid.
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