Upgrade your server or workstation to 10G networking over copper, by adding a 10GBase-T / NBASE-T RJ45 port

Here’s a powerful and cost-effective solution for upgrading your server or workstation to 10 Gigabit Ethernet networking over copper. This PCI Express 10G NIC 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.

Reliable, high-performance connectivity

This 10G network card utilizes the Intel X550-AT chipset, delivering the power, performance and enhanced capabilities you need for dependable network connections. Compliant with IEEE 802.3u/ab/an standards, the 1-port 10G card delivers a dependable way to upgrade or replace your existing network port, providing throughput capability of up to 10Gbps in each direction (20Gbps total). It connects easily through a single, four-lane (x4 or higher) PCI Express slot.

The Intel X550-AT chipset provides many advanced features including Intel Virtualization Technology for connectivity and PXE network boot support. The Intel chipset provides many advanced features to support load-balancing the flow of network traffic, to enhance throughput and provide greater data reliability. It supports Audio-Video Bridging (AVB) to enable tightly controlled media stream synchronization, buffering and resource reservation. It also lets you take advantage of advanced features such as VLAN tagging, up to 15K jumbo frame support and Auto MDIX.

Cost-effective and versatile multimode connectivity

This five-speed NIC provides a cost-effective and versatile networking solution, by giving you the additional bandwidth your network needs without having to overhaul your infrastructure wiring. It lets you add an Ethernet port which can be accessed at multiple speeds 10G, 5G, 2.5G 1G and 100Mbps. Compatible with a broad range of operating systems, the 10G NIC is fully compliant with 10GBase-T and NBASE-T specifications. (10G network speeds require Cat6a cable. All other speeds require Cat5e cable. )

The PCIe 10G network card features advanced NBASE-T technology, supporting the latest multigigabit equipment, including new Cisco campus switches and Aruba Networks access points. The card enables you to connect to NBASE-T based equipment at network speeds of 2.5Gbps or 5Gbps, over your existing Cat5e infrastructure, without having to upgrade to more expensive Cat6a. The Ethernet network card also supports the more common 10G over copper, and 1G network connections using existing Cat 6/Cat5e or better cabling.

Easy installation

With its dual-profile design, the network card is easy to install into a wide range of computer/server chassis, regardless of form factor. The card comes equipped with a full-sized bracket, and includes a low-profile/half-height installation bracket that you can use as needed.

The ST10000SPEXI is backed by a StarTech. com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech. com Advantage

- Add a 10G /5G/2.5G/1G/100Mbps R-J45 Ethernet port to provide cost-effective network connectivity for high bandwidth workstations and servers
- Compliant with 10GBase-T and NBASE-T specifications
- Intel X550-AT chipset with Intel Virtualization Technology for connectivity (Intel VT-c)

Specification

Product
Product id	553485
Brand	StarTech.com
Partnr	ST10000SPEXI
EAN/UPC code	065030866156
Warranty (months)	2 years
Technical details
Sustainability certificates	RoHS
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	PCI Express
Interface	Ethernet
Ethernet LAN	Y
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
PCI version	2.0
Network
Maximum data transfer rate	20000 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Ethernet interface type	10 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000, 10000 Mbit/s
Auto MDIX IEEE	Y
Full duplex	Y
Jumbo frames support	Y
VLAN tagging	Y
Design
Internal	Y
Component for	PC
Chipset	Intel X550AT
PCI Card form factor	Full-height (low-profile)
LED indicators	Activity, Link
Certification	CE, FCC, REACH
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 50 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80 procent
Packaging content
Quick installation guide	Y
Packaging data
Low-profile bracket	Y
Package width	145 mm
Package depth	209 mm
Package height	40 mm
Package weight	200 g
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave
Linux operating systems supported	Y
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Weight & dimensions
Width	68.5 mm
Depth	152.5 mm
Height	121 mm
Weight	96 g
Other features
Flow control support	Y
Jumbo frames	9000