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2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip
StarTech ID: ST20000SPEXI
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.
Versatile and cost effective
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. It’s 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.
Reliable, high-performance connectivity
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.
Easy installation
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.
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