StarTech.com 4-Port 2.5Gbps NBASE-T PCIe Network Card, Intel I225-V, Quad-Port Computer Network Card, Multi-Gigabit NIC, PCI Express Server LAN Card, Desktop Ethernet Interface

Manufacturer: Startech | Model: PR42GI-NETWORK-CARD | Product ID: 8894 | Warranty: 2 Years
£193.77 (inc. VAT)
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Product Technical Specification

Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technologyWired
Host interfacePCI Express
InterfaceEthernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports4
PCI version2.0
Network
Maximum data transfer rate2500
Networking standardsIEEE 1588,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1as,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1x,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3az,IEEE 802.3bz,IEEE 802.3i,IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LANYes
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet,Fast Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates10,100,1000,2000,2500
Copper ethernet cabling technology10BASE-TX,100BASE-TX,1000BASE-T,2500BASE-T
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Auto MDIX IEEEYes
Full duplexYes
Jumbo frames supportYes
Jumbo frames9000
Quality of Service (QoS) supportYes
VLAN taggingYes
Design
Component forPC/Server
Product colourBlack
InternalYes
ChipsetIntel I225-V
LED indicatorsActivity,Link
System requirements
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 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 11,Windows 11 Enterprise,Windows 11 Enterprise x64,Windows 11 Home,Windows 11 Pro,Windows 11 x64
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2019,Windows Server 2022
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 55
Storage temperature (T-T)-10 - 70
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 90
Weight & dimensions
Width180
Depth120
Height22
Weight100
Packaging data
Low-profile bracketYes
Package width170
Package depth142
Package height30
Package weight130
Packaging content
Quick installation guideYes
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width605
Master (outer) case length325
Master (outer) case height385
Products per master (outer) case80

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Estimated delivery date: Wed 26th Aug 2026 to Sat 29th Aug 2026
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Estimated delivery date: Tue 25th Aug 2026 to Thu 27th Aug 2026
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Quad-port PCIe network card with Intel® I225-V chip features multi-Gigabit speeds with NBASE-T supportThis quad-port 2.5 GbE network interface card (NIC) features an Intel I225-V chipset with Intel vPro technology, to enhance performance and data integrity across four 2.5G ethernet connections. The variable multispeed options (2.5/1Gbps and 100/10Mbps) enable support for both new and legacy network hardware. Utilize existing Cat5e or CAT6 cabling infrastructure while adding NBASE-T (802.3bz) compatibility for seamless integration.Increased Network SpeedThe PCIe network card leverages Intel vPro technology for remote management and troubleshooting capabilities. Improve bandwidth for data-intensive applications, network sharing, FTPs, online or local storage/backup, and the streaming of online content - while reducing network slowdowns. Access up to 2.5GBASE-T speeds using Cat5e (or better) cabling, to maximize existing networks and equipment.Enhance Existing HardwareThe network interface card connects via an available x4 PCI Express 2.0 (or higher) expansion slot. The card ships in a standard-profile bracket and includes a low-profile bracket for installation into small form factor systems and servers. This ethernet NIC card is compatible with Windows, Windows Server, VMware, and Linux.This card supports the following advanced features: PXE Boot, WoL, VLAN tagging, 9 K jumbo frame, full-duplex, and Intel vPro technology.The StarTech.com Advantage
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technologyWired
Host interfacePCI Express
InterfaceEthernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports4
PCI version2.0
Network
Maximum data transfer rate2500
Networking standardsIEEE 1588,IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.1as,IEEE 802.1p,IEEE 802.1x,IEEE 802.3ab,IEEE 802.3az,IEEE 802.3bz,IEEE 802.3i,IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LANYes
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet,Fast Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates10,100,1000,2000,2500
Copper ethernet cabling technology10BASE-TX,100BASE-TX,1000BASE-T,2500BASE-T
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Auto MDIX IEEEYes
Full duplexYes
Jumbo frames supportYes
Jumbo frames9000
Quality of Service (QoS) supportYes
VLAN taggingYes
Design
Component forPC/Server
Product colourBlack
InternalYes
ChipsetIntel I225-V
LED indicatorsActivity,Link
System requirements
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 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 11,Windows 11 Enterprise,Windows 11 Enterprise x64,Windows 11 Home,Windows 11 Pro,Windows 11 x64
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2019,Windows Server 2022
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 55
Storage temperature (T-T)-10 - 70
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 90
Weight & dimensions
Width180
Depth120
Height22
Weight100
Packaging data
Low-profile bracketYes
Package width170
Package depth142
Package height30
Package weight130
Packaging content
Quick installation guideYes
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width605
Master (outer) case length325
Master (outer) case height385
Products per master (outer) case80

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