StarTech.com · MPN: ST20000SPEXI
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StarTech.com 2-Port PCI Express 10GBase-T Ethernet Network Card - with Intel X540 Chip
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Overview

  • Wired
  • PCI Express Ethernet
  • 20000 Mbit/s 10/100/1000BaseT(X)
  • Internal Chipset: Intel - X540

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, 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.

Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools Application

Developed to improve performance and security, StarTech.com Connectivity Tools is the only software suite on the market that works with a wide range of IT connectivity accessories. The software suite includes:

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Mac Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.

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Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.

For more information and to download the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application, please visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools

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

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Specifications

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
InterfaceEthernet
Host interfacePCI Express
Connectivity technologyWired

Network

VLAN taggingYes
Auto-negotiationYes
Jumbo frames supportYes
Jumbo frames15000
Full duplexYes
Auto MDIX IEEENo
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Cabling technology10/100/1000BaseT(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates10,1000,100 Mbit/s
Ethernet LANYes
Networking standardsIEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3q, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3an, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3ab
Maximum data transfer rate20000 Mbit/s
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Design

LED indicatorsActivity, Speed
ChipsetIntel - X540
Product colourBlack, Stainless steel
InternalYes

System requirements

Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 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, Windows Vista Home Premium x64

Operational conditions

Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)5 - 50 °C

Sustainability

Sustainability complianceYes

Weight & dimensions

Weight160 g
Height120 mm
Depth163 mm
Width20 mm

Packaging content

ManualYes

Technical details

Compliance certificatesCE, RoHS

Manuals & downloads

Delivery & returns

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