StarTech.com ST10GPEXNDPI Dual Port 10GbE PCIe Network Adapter Card with Intel X550 Chipset

StarTech Dual Port 10G PCIe Network Adapter Card - Intel-X550AT 10GBASE-T PCI Express 10GbE Multi Gigabit Ethernet 5 Speed NIC 2port

The StarTech.com ST10GPEXNDPI is a high-performance dual port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe network card designed for demanding network environments. Featuring the Intel X550 chipset, this adapter delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity with support for 10Gbps data transfer rates, making it ideal for data centers, server farms, and high-bandwidth applications. Its compatibility across a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 7 through 10, various Windows Server editions, Linux kernels, and VMware ESXi, ensures seamless integration into diverse virtual and physical environments. The card supports advanced SAN features such as iSCSI offload and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), enabling efficient storage networking and virtualization performance. Installation is straightforward; it requires only a Phillips screwdriver and connects via a single PCI Express 3.0 x4 slot, with a low-profile option included for space-constrained setups. The dual RJ45 ports support multi-gigabit speeds from 1Gbps to 10Gbps, providing flexible, redundant network connections for increased uptime and bandwidth. Designed with environmental considerations in mind, the card complies with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) and is manufactured in China. The package includes the dual port NIC, a low-profile bracket, and a quick-start guide, backed by a 2-year warranty for peace of mind. Whether upgrading an existing system or building a new enterprise network, the StarTech.com ST10GPEXNDPI offers dependable, versatile, and high-speed Ethernet connectivity that meets modern data center demands.

Features:

• Wide hypervisor & OS compatibility: supports Windows 7-10, Windows Server 2008 R2-2019, Linux kernels 3.x+, VMware ESXi 5.0+

• Advanced SAN features: supports iSCSI offload and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)

• Tested & verified performance: validated with Spirent SmartBits tools for reliable high-speed data transfer

• 10 Gbps data transfer rate for fast network connectivity

• Dual RJ45 ports enabling redundancy and independent connections

• Powered by Intel X550AT chipset for enterprise-level performance and reliability

• Supports 10GBASE-T and NBASE-T standards for multi-gigabit Ethernet

• Multi-Gigabit support: 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps speeds

• PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface for optimal bandwidth

• Supports Jumbo Frames up to 15K for efficient large data transfers

• Includes VLAN, VT-c, and PXE boot support for versatile networking and deployment

• Full and low profile form factors for flexible installation

• Backed by a 2-year warranty for dependable performance