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Startech 2-port Pci Express 10gbase-t Ethernet Network Card - 10gbe Network Interface Card With Intel X540 Chip - Pci Express X4 - 2 Port[s] - 2 - Twisted Pair (st20000spexi)

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Description



This item is brand-new, factory sealed.

Add two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports (10Gbps) to a client, server or workstation through one PCI Express slot. 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.

The ST20000SPEXI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Package Contents:
  • 2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip
  • 1 x low-profile Bracket
  • 1 x Instruction Manual

Features

Package Contents:   
  • 2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip
  • 1 x low-profile Bracket
  • 1 x Instruction Manual

 

Environmentally Friendly:   
Yes

 

System Requirements:   
  • Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10
  • Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019
  • (Windows Drivers are supported in 64-bit only)
  • Linux 2.4.x to 4.11.x LTS versions only
  • ESXi 5.1/5.5

 

Device Supported:   
Server

 

Country of Origin:   
China

 

Specs

Physical Characteristics
Form FactorPlug-in Card
Weight (Approximate)5.50 oz
Product ColorBlack
Height4.7"
Color FamilyBlack
Width0.8"
Depth6.4"
Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of Ports2
Host InterfacePCI Express x4
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports2
General Information
Brand NameStarTech.com
Manufacturer Website Addresshttp://www.startech.com
Marketing InformationNow, 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, 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 (x8 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.
The ST20000SPEXI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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More from the Manufacturer
Product Type10Gigabit Ethernet Card
Product Name2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip
ManufacturerStarTech.com
Manufacturer Part NumberST20000SPEXI
Packaged Quantity1 Each
Media & Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate20 Gbit/s
Media Type SupportedTwisted Pair
Network & Communication
Network Technology10GBase-T
Technical Information
Chipset ManufacturerIntel
Chipset ModelX540

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Startech 2-port Pci Express 10gbase-t Ethernet Network Card - 10gbe Network Interface Card With Intel X540 Chip - Pci Express X4 - 2 Port[s] - 2 - Twisted Pair (st20000spexi)
$386.35