StarTech.com 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet SFP Network Card PCIe 2.0 x1 with Intel I350 Chipset

StarTech 2-Port GbE SFP Network Card, PCIe 2.0 x1, Intel I350-AM2, 1GbE Controller, 1000BASE Copper/Fiber Optic, Gigabit Ethernet NIC

Expand your server or workstation network capabilities with the StarTech.com P021GI-NETWORK-CARD, a high-performance 2-port Gigabit Ethernet SFP network controller designed for reliable and efficient data transfer. This versatile PCIe 2.0 x1 card allows you to add up to two 1GbE SFP modules, enabling flexible fiber or copper connections tailored to your network requirements. Its compact form factor with a low-profile bracket makes it suitable for small form factor systems, while its black finish seamlessly integrates into professional environments. The card supports a broad range of operating systems including Windows Server 2012 and newer, Windows 10 and newer, Linux, VMware ESXi 7.x, and Microsoft Hyper-V, ensuring compatibility across diverse server and workstation configurations.

Features:

• Add up to two 1GbE SFP modules to a PCIe 2.0 x1 (or higher) slot in an IT administrator workstation or server backplane, using this 2-Port SFP Network Controller.

• High-performance Intel I350 chipset offers low latency and low CPU utilization for smooth network data transfer, boosting productivity and application performance.

• Support for VMDq, SR-IOV, and Intel VT-c technologies enhances virtual machine performance, reduces CPU overhead, and improves network virtualization capabilities.

• PXE boot support facilitates centralized operating system deployment and updates across networked systems.

• 9K jumbo frame support reduces packet overhead, delivering improved data transmission efficiency for large data transfers.

• VLAN tagging support enables efficient network management and segmentation, suitable for complex network environments.

• Compatible with various SFP transceiver modules and direct attach copper cables, providing flexible connection options for different network distances and media types.

• Includes a low-profile bracket for deployment in small form factor systems, ensuring versatility in installation.