2.5 Gigabit Ethernet reaches blazing-fast data rates up to 2.5 billion bits per second, 2.5 times faster than standard Gigabit Ethernet. A 2.5G PCIe adapter builds a lightning fast transport channel between a central storage device and other working machines in your local network. Local data transmissions are straightforward for bandwidth-intensive tasks at home or office. With 2.5 Gbps internet access, gaming performance is optimised with improved speed, latency, and responsiveness. Large game downloads, live streaming, and data backups via the cloud are straightforward. 2.5G Base-T is backwards compatible with multiple data rates, including 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps Base-T connectivity. The Ethernet port automatically negotiates between higher and lower speed connections for smooth upgrading. Quality of Service technology ensures sufficient bandwidth and avoids network congestion. Whether streaming or gaming, enjoy a smooth web experience. Remotely power on or off your computer with Wake On LAN, ideal for centralised management. A low-profile bracket is provided alongside the standard bracket for mini tower cases. Simple software installation with intuitive utility software is included. Fully compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, 2008 R2, and Linux.

Connectivity technology: Wired; Host interface: PCI Express; Interface: Ethernet; Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1; PCI version: 2.1; Maximum data transfer rate: 2500 Mbit/s; Networking standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x; Ethernet LAN: Yes; Ethernet interface type: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet; Ethernet LAN data rates: 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s; Wake-on-LAN ready: Yes; Full duplex: Yes; Component for: PC/Laptop; Product colour: Black, Grey; Internal: Yes; LED indicators: Activity, Link; Windows operating systems supported: Windows 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 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 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; Linux operating systems supported: Yes; Server operating systems supported: Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022; Operating temperature (T-T): 0 - 40 °C; Operating relative humidity (H-H): 10 - 90%; Storage relative humidity (H-H): 5 - 90%; Sustainability compliance: Yes; Width: 120.8 mm; Depth: 21.5 mm; Height: 98.2 mm; Package width: 201.5 mm; Package depth: 152.5 mm; Package height: 41.5 mm; Package weight: 170 g; Mounting brackets included: Yes; Resource CD: Yes; Quick installation guide: Yes; Compliance certificates: RoHS, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), CE

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