StarTech.com 2-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card with Realtek RTL8126 – Multi-Gig Ethernet for Desktops and Servers

StarTech 2-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M, PCI Express NIC, Realtek RTL8126, Windows & Linux, TAA

Enhance your network connectivity with the StarTech.com PR25GR-NETWORK-CARD, a TAA-compliant dual-port 5G Gigabit Ethernet PCIe card designed for both desktop and server environments. Featuring the Realtek RTL8126 chip, this network adapter delivers 2.5G and 5G speeds over existing Cat5e cabling, enabling high-performance multi-Gig networking without the need for costly infrastructure upgrades. Its plug-and-play compatibility ensures quick setup across major operating systems like Windows 10/11, Linux Ubuntu 20.04 and above, and Windows Server editions, supporting various PCI Express slots including x1, x2, x4, x8, and x16. This flexibility allows seamless integration into a wide range of hardware configurations, making it suitable for IT professionals and enterprise deployments. The card includes full-height and low-profile brackets, providing versatile installation options for standard and compact systems. Designed with efficiency in mind, it supports auto-negotiation among 5G, 2.5G, 1G, 100M, and 10M Ethernet speeds, ensuring optimal performance regardless of network conditions. Features like 9K jumbo frames reduce packet overhead, VLAN tagging simplifies network management, and Wake-on-LAN enables remote system booting, making this card a comprehensive solution for demanding network environments. Visual link speed and activity LEDs facilitate easy troubleshooting and network verification. Built to meet environmental and industry standards, the device complies with WEEE directives and is manufactured in Taiwan. Backed by a two-year warranty, the StarTech.com 2-Port 5G Ethernet PCIe card offers futureproof, high-speed connectivity for your desktop or server infrastructure.

Features:

• TAA-compliant multi-gigabit Ethernet card with two high-speed ports supporting 2.5G/5G speeds over Cat5e infrastructure

• Plug-and-play installation with auto-driver setup across Windows 10/11, Linux Ubuntu 20.04+, and Windows Server versions; compatible with Intel and AMD systems via PCI Express slots

• Supports auto-negotiation among 5G, 2.5G, 1G, 100M, and 10M speeds; includes 9K jumbo frames, VLAN tagging, and Wake-on-LAN for efficient and flexible network management

• Includes both full-height and low-profile brackets for versatile installation in standard or compact desktops and servers; supports PCI Express 3.1

• Designed for IT professionals, offering reliable, high-performance connectivity with visual LED indicators for network status and troubleshooting