StarTech.com Ethernet PCIe Network Card
Best high-speed network upgrade for professional workstations and servers.
This card is the most practical way to future-proof your workstation without ripping out your existing cabling. By leveraging NBASE-T technology, it squeezes high-speed performance out of older infrastructure, though you will need an open PCIe slot to unlock that bandwidth.
$320.50
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Who it's for
- Power users transferring massive files or running network-intensive applications
- IT professionals managing diverse operating system environments
- Desktop builders needing high-speed networking upgrades
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers avoiding expensive infrastructure upgrades
- Users with poorly ventilated or compact PC cases
- Owners of systems with limited PCIe expansion slots
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput
Delivers consistent 10Gbps speeds, saturating high-bandwidth network demands with ease.
Infrastructure Compatibility
NBASE-T support ensures seamless integration with older Cat5e cabling standards.
Chipset Reliability
The Intel X550-AT chipset is the industry gold standard for stability.
Installation Flexibility
Included low-profile and full-height brackets fit almost any server chassis.
Network Management
Robust support for VLAN tagging and AVB simplifies complex network configurations.
Driver Stability
Broad OS compatibility ensures reliable performance across Windows and Linux environments.
Key Specs
Host Interface
PCI Express 2.0 x4
Chipset Model
Intel X550AT
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
10 Gbit/s
Connector Type
RJ45
Supported Speeds
10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, 100Mbps
Jumbo Frame Support
Yes (up to 15K)
Warranty
2-year
Weight (Approximate)
3.40 oz
Connectivity Type
Wired
Power Source
PCIe Powered
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