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.
Cost-Effective Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Solution
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).
Optimal Technology for Optimal Performance
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).
Efficient Ethernet
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.
The ST2GPEX is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Hardware |
Ports | 1 |
Indicators |
LED Indicators | Green LED: 1Gbps/100Mbps/10Mbps |
| Green LED: 2.5Gbps |
Packaging Information |
Package Height | 30 mm [1.2 in] |
Package Length | 14.2 cm [5.6 in] |
Package Width | 17 cm [6.7 in] |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 60 g [2.1 oz] |
Performance |
Auto MDIX | Yes |
Compatible Networks | 2.5G/1G/100Mbps/10Mbps |
Full Duplex Support | Yes |
Jumbo Frame Support | 16K max. |
PXE | Yes |
Physical Characteristics |
Product Height | 2 cm [0.8 in] |
Product Length | 80 mm [3.1 in] |
Product Width | 12 cm [4.7 in] |
Weight of Product | 138 g [4.9 oz] |
Prominence |
Description CDW 75 - 1st Line | StarTech.com 1 Port 2.5Gbps 2.5GBASE-T PCIe Network Card |
Software |
OS Compatibility | Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2008 R2
Linux Kernel 2.4.20 - 4.x (LTS versions only) |
What's in the Box |
Included in Package | Low-Profile Bracket |
| Network Card |
| Quick-Start Guide |
Hardware |
Industry Standards | IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX) |
| IEEE 802.3i (10BASE-TX) |
| IEEE 802.3bz (2.5GBASE-T) |
| IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) |
Chipset ID | Realtek RTL8125 |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) |
Bus Type | PCI Express |
Environmental |
Storage Temperature | -20ᄚC to 60ᄚC |
Operating Temperature | 5ᄚC to 50ᄚC |
Humidity | 20% ~ 80% RH |
Connector(s) |
External Ports | RJ-45 Female |
Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x4 Male |