StarTech.com 10G PCIe Network Adapter Card Dual RJ45 Marvell AQC113CS ST10GSPEXNDP2
The StarTech.com ST10GSPEXNDP2 10 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card provides dual RJ45 ports, enabling mission-critical servers and workstations to achieve 10,000 Mbps throughput for demanding data environments.
- 10 Gigabit Performance: Delivers 10,000 Mbps data transfer rates, eliminating network bottlenecks for high-bandwidth applications and large file transfers.
- Dual RJ45 Ports: Offers network redundancy and failover protection, ensuring continuous connectivity for mission-critical servers and applications.
- PCIe 3.0 x4 Interface: Utilizes a high-bandwidth PCIe 3.0 x4 slot, guaranteeing optimal data flow and preventing performance degradation.
- Multi-Speed Compatibility: Supports six speeds including 10/5/2.5/1Gbps and 100/10Mbps, ensuring seamless integration with existing network infrastructure.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com ST10GSPEXNDP2 is a full-height, internal PCIe 3.0 x4 network adapter card engineered with a Marvell AQC113CS chipset, providing two RJ45 Ethernet ports capable of 10,000 Mbit/s maximum data transfer rates. This card is purpose-built to enhance network performance for demanding server and workstation applications.
Beyond raw speed, this adapter supports advanced features like VLAN tagging for network segmentation, Jumbo Frames up to 16000 bytes for efficient data handling, and Wake-on-LAN for remote system management. Its multi-speed auto-negotiation ensures compatibility across diverse network environments, protecting your existing infrastructure investments.
- Core Functionality: Delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity via dual RJ45 ports, providing essential high-speed networking for data-intensive business operations.
- Enhanced Reliability: Features failover and redundancy protection, ensuring continuous network access and minimizing downtime for critical business applications.
- Broad Compatibility: Supports a wide range of Ethernet speeds from 10 Mbps to 10 Gbps, allowing frictionless integration with both legacy and modern network hardware.
- Efficient Data Handling: Incorporates Jumbo Frames support up to 16000 bytes, optimizing data throughput and reducing CPU overhead during large file transfers.
- Operational Value: Enables remote system management with Wake-on-LAN and PXE Boot, streamlining IT operations and reducing the need for on-site intervention.
This 10 Gigabit PCIe network adapter is a strategic investment for any business seeking to future-proof its network infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted, high-performance data operations.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Accelerated Data Transfers
In environments where large datasets, virtual machine images, or high-resolution media files are frequently moved across the network, standard Gigabit Ethernet creates significant bottlenecks. This product provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, drastically reducing transfer times and improving overall operational efficiency.
Data centers, media production studios, scientific research labs, enterprise backup operations, virtualized server environments
Enhanced Server Redundancy
Mission-critical servers require continuous network availability to prevent costly downtime and ensure business continuity. The dual RJ45 ports on this adapter enable network failover, automatically switching to a secondary connection if the primary link fails.
Financial trading firms, healthcare systems, e-commerce platforms, database servers, critical application hosts
High-Performance Workstation Connectivity
High-end workstations used for CAD, video editing, 3D rendering, or scientific simulations often generate and consume massive amounts of data, demanding faster network access than typical office PCs. This card upgrades workstations to 10GbE, allowing direct, high-speed access to network-attached storage or server resources.
Engineering firms, architectural design studios, post-production houses, scientific computing departments, graphic design agencies
Key Features
Dual RJ45 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Provides two independent 10,000 Mbit/s connections, ensuring high-speed data transfer and critical network redundancy for uninterrupted operations.
PCI Express 3.0 x4 Host Interface
Leverages the high bandwidth of PCIe 3.0, guaranteeing the adapter can fully utilize 10GbE speeds without internal system bottlenecks.
Marvell AQC113CS Chipset
Utilizes a proven, high-performance chipset for reliable and stable 10 Gigabit network connectivity, minimizing packet loss and maximizing uptime.
Jumbo Frames Support (16000 bytes)
Optimizes network efficiency for large data packets, reducing CPU utilization on the host system and accelerating bulk data transfers.
Wake-on-LAN (WoL) and PXE Boot
Enables remote power-up and network-based system deployment, simplifying IT management tasks and reducing the need for physical presence.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
For high-frequency trading platforms and data analytics servers that require ultra-low latency and high-throughput network access to market data and transaction systems.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
To accelerate the transfer of large medical imaging files, electronic health records, and genomic data between servers and high-performance workstations, ensuring rapid access for diagnostics and research.
Manufacturing & Industrial
For industrial control systems, CAD/CAM workstations, and data acquisition servers that demand reliable, high-speed network connectivity to manage large design files and real-time operational data.
Legal & Professional Services
To support rapid access to large document databases, legal research platforms, and secure client data storage, enhancing productivity for legal teams and accounting practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating systems are compatible with this 10 Gigabit network adapter?
This adapter supports a wide range of Windows operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 8.x, and Windows Server versions 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019, as well as various Linux distributions.
Can this card provide network redundancy for my server?
Yes, with its dual RJ45 ports, this network adapter can be configured for failover, ensuring that if one network link goes down, the server automatically switches to the secondary connection to maintain continuous operation.
What type of cabling is required to achieve 10 Gigabit speeds with this card?
To achieve full 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, you will need to use Cat6a or Cat7 Ethernet cabling for distances up to 100 meters, connecting to a 10GBase-T compatible switch or network device.
Does this network card support VLAN tagging for network segmentation?
Yes, the StarTech.com ST10GSPEXNDP2 supports VLAN tagging (IEEE 802.1Q), allowing IT administrators to segment network traffic for enhanced security and more efficient network management.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.