StarTech.com Dual Port Gigabit PCI Express Server Network Adapter Card Adapter

Network downtime can cripple a server, especially when a single Ethernet link fails. The StarTech.com Dual Port Gigabit PCI Express Server Network Adapter Card Adapter adds two independent gigabit ports to a single PCIe slot, giving you redundancy and higher throughput for servers, workstations or virtualised hosts. With full-duplex flow control and advanced features, it keeps your data moving reliably and securely.

Key Features of a Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter

• Ports: 2 × Gigabit Ethernet. Provides two separate network connections for load balancing or fail-over.
• Data Transfer Rate: 1 Gbps per port. Each port can handle up to 1000 Mbps of traffic.
• Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express x1. Fits into any standard PCIe-enabled system without using multiple slots.
• Flow Control: Full-duplex and half-duplex modes. Prevents packet loss during heavy traffic bursts.
• Jumbo Frames: Supported. Allows larger Ethernet frames for more efficient data transfer in storage or backup tasks.
• VLAN Tagging: 802.1Q compliant. Enables virtual network segmentation for better security and management.
• Wake on LAN (WoL): Enabled. Lets you power up the host remotely over the network.
• Low-Profile Bracket: Optional half-height bracket included. Suitable for small-form-factor chassis.

StarTech.com Network Adapter

If you run a corporate server, a virtualised environment or a high-performance workstation, you know how frustrating it is to juggle limited network ports and worry about single-point failures. Many users settle for a single NIC and then face bottlenecks or downtime when that link goes down. This dual-port adapter gives you the flexibility to separate traffic, create redundant paths and improve overall network reliability, all while occupying just one PCIe slot.

Benefits of StarTech.com Network Adapter

• Redundancy: Two independent ports protect you from a single-cable or switch failure.
• Performance: Up to 2000 Mbps combined bandwidth keeps large file transfers smooth.
• Manageability: VLAN tagging and jumbo frames simplify network segmentation and optimise data flow.
• Compatibility: Works with Windows Server, Linux, macOS and many virtualisation platforms.
• Space-Saving: Low-profile design fits compact cases without sacrificing capability.

Usages of a Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter

Ideal for dual-homed servers, virtual machine hosts, storage appliances or any workstation that needs separate networks for management, backup or production traffic, this adapter delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity in a compact form factor.

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