Slow or unreliable network speeds can cripple a home office or a small server. The StarTech.com 1-Port Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card (ST1000SPEX2LT) Adapter adds a fast, reliable Ethernet port to any PC with a PCI-Express slot, giving you stable 1 Gbps connectivity for streaming, gaming or data-intensive work.
Key Features of a 1Gbps Network Adapter
- Colour: Black. A sleek, unobtrusive finish that blends with most PC cases.
- Compliant Standards: Plug and Play, RoHS, WEEE, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x. Guarantees broad compatibility and environmental compliance.
- Ports: Gigabit Ethernet x 1. Provides a single high-speed RJ-45 connection.
- Connectivity Technology: Wired. Ensures a stable, interference-free link compared with wireless.
- Features: Auto-negotiation, WOL, promiscuous mode, Auto MDIX. Handles speed matching, remote wake-up, network monitoring and automatic cable crossover.
- Data Transfer Rate: 1Gbps. Delivers full gigabit performance for large file transfers.
- Cabling Type: Ethernet 1000Base-T. Works with standard Cat 5e/6 cables you already have.
- Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express x1. Fits any modern motherboard slot without needing extra power.
- Form Factor: Plug-in card - low profile with optional standard bracket. Fits both compact and full-size desktops or servers.
StarTech.com Network Adapter
If you run a PC that only has old 10/100 Mbps ports, you’ll notice lag when downloading files or video-conferencing. Many users struggle to find a card that fits small cases and works with both Intel and AMD boards. This adapter slots into any PCI-Express x1-x16 slot, auto-installs drivers on Windows, Server and Linux, and offers the speed you need without a bulky add-on.
Benefits of StarTech.com Network Adapter
- Easy installation: Plug-and-play design means no manual driver hunting.
- Remote access: Wake-on-LAN lets you power up machines over the network.
- Diagnostic LEDs: Link and activity lights help you spot connection issues instantly.
- Jumbo frames: 9K support reduces overhead for large data transfers.
Usages of a 1Gbps Network Adapter
Ideal for home offices, small business servers, media centres and gaming rigs, this card gives you reliable gigabit Ethernet wherever a PCI-Express slot is available, turning any standard PC into a high-performance network hub.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | Plug and Play, RoHS, WEEE, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x |
| Networking |
| Networking / Ports | Gigabit Ethernet x 1 |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | Auto-negotiation, WOL, promiscuous mode, Auto MDIX |
| Networking / Data Transfer Rate | 1Gbps |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-T |
| Networking / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express x1 |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | Network adapter |
| Networking / Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| System Requirements |
| System Requirements / OS Required | Linux 2.4.x or later (LTS versions only) |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Network adapter |
| General / Form Factor | Plug-in card - low profile |
| General / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express x1 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required | Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Windows 8 / 10 / 11, Linux 2.4.x or later (LTS versions only) |
| Summary Details |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | Black |
