The StarTech.com 1 Port 2.5Gbps PCIe Network Card, part number ST2GPEX, provides 2.5GbE network connectivity for servers and desktop computers. This x4 PCIe card adds a single copper Ethernet port, enabling Multi-Gigabit Ethernet access at speeds of 2.5 Gbps, 1G, 100Mbps, and 10Mbps. Featuring 2.5GBASE-T technology and the Realtek RTL8125 chipset, this adapter supports advanced Multi-Gigabit systems, including specific Cisco and Aruba Networks equipment. It also includes support for 16K Jumbo Frames, Auto-MDIX, and Wake-on-LAN (WoL), offering a practical solution for enhancing network throughput in a cost-effective manner.
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ST2GPEX |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.startech.com |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Model | ST2GPEX |
| Product Name | 2.5Gbps 2.5GBase-T PCIe Network Card |
| Efficient Ethernet | |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | 2.5Gigabit Ethernet Adapter |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Host Interface | PCI Express x4 |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair |
| Network & Communication | Network Technology: |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Plug-in Card |
| Height | 0.8" |
| Width | 4.7" |
| Depth | 3.1" |
| Weight (Approximate) | 4.90 oz |
| Miscellaneous | Package Contents: |
| Device Supported | Server/Switch/Computer/Workstation/Access Point |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
This single-port 2.5Gbps PCIe network card offers a versatile and low-cost way to deploy 2.5GbE network connectivity. It adds one copper Ethernet port to your server or desktop computer and provides Multi-Gigabit Ethernet access to your network at four speeds: 2.5 Gbps, 1G, 100Mbps, 10Mbps.
The 2.5GBASE-T NIC provides additional bandwidth using your existing Ethernet infrastructure to help reduce the cost of cabling upgrades. The card enables you to connect to 2.5GBASE-T and NBASE-T equipment at network speeds of 10Mbps, 100Mbps, 1Gbps, 2.5Gbps over your CAT5e cabling (up to 100 m depending on the network configuration).
The network adapter card adds one Ethernet port to your workstation through a x4 PCIe slot. It features 2.5GBASE-T technology, supporting advanced Multi-Gigabit systems, including Cisco campus switches and Aruba Networks access points. The network card also supports NBASE-T and additional features including 16K Jumbo Frames, Auto-MDIX and Wake-on-LAN (WoL).
The Realtek RTL8125 chipset, compliant with IEEE 802.3az and IEEE802.3u supports the PCIe 2.0 interface for PC embedded applications. It provides up to a 250% increase in data rate over Gigabit Ethernet and requires no changes to existing cable infrastructure.