StarTech.com 1 Port 2.5Gbps 2.5GBase-T PCIe Network Card – High-Speed Ethernet for Workstations and Servers

StarTech 1 Port 2.5Gbps 2.5GBASE-T PCIe Network Card x1 PCIe - Windows, MacOS & Linux - PCI Express LAN Card - RTL8125 (ST2GPEX)

Upgrade your workstation or server with the StarTech.com ST2GPEX 2.5Gbps PCIe network card, designed to deliver versatile and reliable Multi-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Featuring a single copper Ethernet port, this plug-in card supports four network speeds: 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, 100 Mbps, and 10 Mbps, allowing seamless transition and backward compatibility with existing infrastructure. Its support for CAT5e and CAT6a cabling enables you to maximize network bandwidth without costly cabling upgrades, making it an economical solution for increasing data transfer rates on your current setup.
Equipped with the energy-efficient Realtek RTL8125 chipset, compliant with IEEE 802.3az and IEEE 802.3u standards, the card offers up to a 250% increase in data transfer rates over traditional Gigabit Ethernet, optimizing performance for data-intensive applications. The card's compact form factor, which includes both standard and low-profile brackets, allows flexible installation in a variety of systems, including space-constrained workstations and servers. It supports Jumbo Frames up to 16K, Auto-MDIX, and Wake-on-LAN features, enhancing network efficiency and remote management capabilities.
Designed for compatibility with both 2.5GBASE-T and NBASE-T specifications, the StarTech.com ST2GPEX ensures broad interoperability with network switches, access points, and other network devices. Its PCIe x4 interface provides high-speed data transfer, making it suitable for demanding applications requiring rapid data movement. Backed by a two-year limited warranty and lifetime technical support, this network card offers a reliable, future-proof upgrade path for improving network performance without the need for extensive infrastructure overhaul. Perfect for enterprise, data centers, or advanced home networks, this card is a cost-effective means to boost your network speeds efficiently.
Included with the card are a low-profile bracket and a quick-start guide, facilitating easy installation in different system types. Whether you're upgrading your existing setup or deploying new infrastructure, the StarTech.com ST2GPEX provides a straightforward and dependable solution to meet your high-speed networking needs.

Features:

• Flexible installation with both standard and low-profile brackets included

• IEEE 802.3az and IEEE 802.3u compliant energy-efficient Realtek RTL8125 chipset

• Supports 2.5Gbps network speeds on CAT5e cabling and CAT6a

• Compatible with both 2.5GBASE-T and NBASE-T specifications

• Multi-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with four network speeds: 2.5G, 1G, 100Mbps, 10Mbps