StarTech.com 1-Port GbE SFP Network Card 1Gbps SFP PCIe 2.0 x1 Network Card

When your server or workstation needs a reliable, high-speed link but space is limited, a single-port SFP network card gives you exactly the flexibility you require. The StarTech.com 1-Port GbE SFP Network Card 1Gbps SFP PCIe 2.0 x1 Network Card lets you add a fiber or copper SFP transceiver, or a direct-attach cable, into a compact PCIe slot, delivering gigabit Ethernet without the bulk of a traditional RJ-45 port.

Benefits of StarTech.com Network Card

You enjoy low-latency data transfer that keeps applications responsive, while the Intel I210 chipset minimises CPU load for smoother multitasking. The card’s support for virtualisation technologies such as VMDq, SR-IOV and VT-c means virtual machines run more efficiently, giving you peace of mind in busy server environments. PXE boot capability simplifies large-scale OS deployments, and jumbo-frame support reduces packet overhead for faster file transfers. VLAN tagging and link aggregation let you manage network traffic securely and flexibly, extending the card’s usefulness over many years.

Key Features of a 1Gbps Network Card

• Chipset: Intel I210. Provides reliable, high-performance networking with low CPU utilisation.
• Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x1. Fits into standard low-profile or full-height slots for easy installation.
• Port: Gigabit SFP x 1. Accepts interchangeable SFP modules for fibre or copper connections.
• Data rate: 1Gbps. Delivers full gigabit Ethernet speed for demanding workloads.
• Jumbo frames: 9K support. Improves efficiency when moving large files across the network.
• VLAN tagging: IEEE 802.1Q compliant. Enables network segmentation and security.
• Virtualisation: VMDq, SR-IOV, VT-c. Enhances virtual machine performance and reduces overhead.
• PXE boot: Bus-powered. Allows network-based OS installation without extra hardware.
• Heat sink: Integrated cooling. Maintains stable operation under continuous load.
• Compatibility: Windows Server 2012+, Windows 10+, Linux, VMware ESXi 7.x, Microsoft Hyper-V. Works with both MSA-compliant and branded SFP modules and direct-attach copper cables.

Usages of a 1Gbps Network Card

A versatile solution for many daily tasks:

• Connecting a server to a fibre backbone in a data centre.
• Adding gigabit Ethernet to a compact workstation with limited rear-panel space.
• Enabling virtual machines to share a high-speed network link efficiently.
• Providing reliable PXE boot for automated OS roll-outs across multiple machines.
• Linking network-attached storage devices that benefit from jumbo-frame performance.

StarTech.com Network Card

Many buyers worry that a single-port card won’t handle future growth or that they must choose between fibre and copper connections. Others fear complex driver installations or incompatibility with their operating system. These concerns often lead to over-paying for larger, multi-port adapters that never get fully used.

The StarTech.com 1-Port GbE SFP Network Card 1Gbps SFP PCIe 2.0 x1 Network Card removes those doubts. Its Intel I210 chipset guarantees stable performance, while the SFP slot lets you swap transceivers as your network evolves. Broad OS support and plug-and-play drivers mean quick setup, and the low-profile bracket fits tight chassis without compromise. By delivering gigabit speed, virtualisation features and flexible connectivity in a single, space-saving card, it offers exactly the right balance of capability and simplicity for modern IT environments.

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