StarTech.com 1 Port PCI Express 10GBase-T / NBASE-T Ethernet Network Card - 5-Speed Network Support: 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100Mbps - PCIe 2.0 x4 (ST10GSPEXNB)
<p>This 5-speed network adapter card offers versatile and cost-efficient network connectivity. It lets you add an Ethernet port to your server or desktop computer and access your network at multiple speeds: 10G, 5G, 2.5G 1G and 100Mbps over your existing Cat5e infrastructure, without having to upgrade to more expensive Cat6a. </p> <p><b>Cost-effective, multimode network connectivity</b><br> Designed for low-power, single-port network applications, the PCIe NIC offers a cost-effective and versatile networking solution by providing additional bandwidth to meet your network needs, without having to overhaul your infrastructure wiring. Fully compliant with 10GBase-T and NBASE-T specifications, the network card lets you add an Ethernet port to your server or high-powered workstation through a PCI Express x4 (or higher) slot.</p> <p><b>Advanced technology for optimal performance</b><br> The network controller card features advanced NBASE-T technology, supporting the latest multi-gigabit devices, including new Cisco campus switches and Aruba Networks access points</p> <p>The 5-speed Ethernet network card is a powerful combination of the Tehuti TN4010 controller and the Marvell 88X3310P transceiver, providing low-power and high-performance NBASE-T solutions. The Tehuti 10GbE controller supports auto-negotiation, which ensures the optimal speed over Cat5e/Cat6 is selected. The network card also offers compatibility with Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization software and iSCSI support to combine LAN and SAN functions.</p> <p><b>Operating efficiency and flexible use</b><br> The Tehuti TN4010 chipset ensures peak operating efficiency with reduced power consumption. The decreased power consumption helps to minimize heat generated by the card.</p> <p>The network card also supports advanced features including 9K Jumbo Frames and 802.1q VLAN tagging. </p> <p>ST10GSPEXNB is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.</p>