StarTech 2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip [ST20000SPEXI]

StarTech ST20000SPEXI Description:

Add two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports (10Gbps) to a client, server or workstation through one PCI Express slot

Now, you can add 10 GbE networking, while minimizing your deployment costs. This 10Gbase-T network Card (NIC) lets you add two RJ45 ports through a single PCI Express slot, to deliver reliable high-speed network connections to your workstations and servers without draining your budget.

Compatible with a broad range of operating systems, this versatile dual-Port NIC is ideal for many business applications that require upgrades to servers or workstations. Its a cost-effective way to enhance your server or computer capabilities by adding two powerful 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports, with support for advanced features such as VLAN tagging, jumbo frames, Wake-On LAN and Auto-MDIX.

This 2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T network Card features the Intel® X540 chipset, designed to deliver the power, performance and enhanced capabilities you need for reliable network connections to your server or computer. The X540 chipset provides many advanced features including Intel® Virtualization Technology for connectivity and PXE network boot support.

Compliant with IEEE 802.3/u/ab standards, the network Card delivers a dependable way to upgrade or replace your existing network ports with dual 100/1000/10G compatible RJ45 ports, providing throughput capability of up 10Gbps in each direction (20Gbps total). It connects through a single, four-lane (x4 or higher) PCI Express slot.

With a dual-profile design, the PCI Express network Card installs easily into a wide range of computer/server chassis, regardless of form factor. The Card comes equipped for installation in a full-sized chassis, and includes a low-profile/half-height installation bracket that you can use as needed.

The ST20000SPEXI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

• Connector Type(s):PCI Express x8 Male
• External Ports:RJ-45 Female
• Humidity:20~80% RH
• Operating Temperature:5�C to 50�C (41�F to 122�F)
• Storage Temperature:-20�C to 60�C (-4�F to 140�F)
• Bus Type:PCI Express
• Card Type:Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)
• Chipset ID:Intel X540
• Industry Standards:IEEE 802.3an (10GBASE-T), IEEE 802.3ab (1GBASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-T), IEEE 802.3az (EEE - Energy Efficient Ethernet)
  
• PCI Express Rev 2.0
• Interface:RJ45 (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
• Port Style:Integrated on Card
• Ports:2
• LED Indicators:Link Activity
• LED Indicators:Link Speed
• Shipping (Package) Weight:250 g [8.8 oz]
• Auto MDIX:Yes
• Compatible Networks:100/1000/10000 Mbps (10Gb)
• Full Duplex Support:Yes
• Jumbo Frame Support:15K max.
• Maximum Data Transfer Rate:20Gbps (full-duplex), 10Gbps (half-duplex)
• Supported Protocols:IEEE 802.3ad (link aggregation), IEEE 802.1q (VLAN tagging)
• Color:Black
• Product Height:120 mm [4.7 in]
• Product Length:163 mm [6.4 in]
• Product Weight:160 g [5.6 oz]
• Product Width:20 mm [0.8 in]
• OS Compatibility:Windows� 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64)
  
• Windows Server� 2012, 2012 R2, 2008 R2
  
• Linux 2.4.x/ 2.6.x / 3.x (Tested up to 3.5)
  
• ESXi 5.1/5.5
• System and Cable Requirements:Available PCI Express x4 slot
• Included in Package:instruction manual
• Included in Package:low-profile bracket
• Included in Package:PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Card