StarTech.com 2-Port 2.5Gbps PCI Express PoE Network Card with Dual Intel I225-V Chips

StarTech.com 2-Port 2.5Gbps PCI Express PoE Network Card, Dual Intel I225-V, PCIe 802.3af/at PoE+ Multi-Gigabit Ethernet NIC

The StarTech.com PR22GIP-NETWORK-CARD is a versatile and high-performance Ethernet interface designed to upgrade your network infrastructure with fast and reliable connectivity. Equipped with dual Intel I225-V chipsets, this network interface card (NIC) supports up to 2.5 gigabits per second data transfer speeds, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, server environments, and high-speed data sharing. Its dual RJ-45 ports enable simultaneous connection to multiple devices, optimizing network efficiency and reducing bottlenecks while leveraging existing twisted pair cabling infrastructure.

Designed for seamless integration, this PCI Express x2 2.0 card offers multispeed options of 2.5/1 Gbps and 100/10 Mbps, ensuring compatibility with both current and legacy network hardware. The card's support for NBASE-T (802.3bz) technology allows users to utilize Cat5e or Cat6 cables for distances up to 100 meters, providing cost-effective and flexible deployment options. Additionally, the card supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, delivering up to 48V DC and 25.5W per port, which simplifies powering remote devices such as IP cameras, access points, and kiosks without needing separate power supplies.

Enhanced with Intel vPro technology, the network card facilitates remote management, troubleshooting, and security features, making it suitable for enterprise environments. It also supports advanced features such as VLAN tagging, Wake-on-LAN, PXE Boot, and jumbo frames up to 9K, ensuring maximum flexibility for network administrators. The card ships with a low-profile bracket for installation in small form factor systems and a standard bracket for full-height configurations, providing versatility across different hardware setups.

Compatible with Windows, Windows Server, VMware, and Linux, the StarTech.com 2-Port 2.5Gbps PCIe PoE NIC is a dependable choice for expanding network capabilities while maintaining high reliability and performance. Its plug-in design, combined with multiple advanced features, makes it an ideal upgrade for servers, workstations, and client PCs seeking to improve network throughput and manage power delivery efficiently.

Features:

• 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Card offers maximum productivity with added dependability

• Enjoy superfast data transfer of up to 1000 MB/s with PCI Express 2.0 x2 card, between the network card and motherboards

• This dual port 2.5 gigabit Ethernet card lets you add two network ports using a single expansion slot to a client, server or workstation

• Supports cost-efficient twisted pair cables for speedy data transfer up to 100 meters

• Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at, providing up to 25.5W per port for remote devices

• Compatible with Windows, Windows Server, VMware, and Linux for versatile deployment

• Supports VLAN tagging, Wake-on-LAN, PXE Boot, and jumbo frames for advanced network management

• Low-profile and standard brackets included for flexible installation options

• Dual Intel I225-V chipsets ensure high performance and data integrity

• Designed for easy integration into existing network infrastructure with NBASE-T support