StarTech.com 2-Port 10GbE PCIe Network Card Broadcom BCM57416 PR210B-NETWORK-CARD
The StarTech.com PR210B-NETWORK-CARD is an enterprise-grade 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe network card, engineered to deliver up to 20,000 Mbit/s maximum data transfer rate for critical server and workstation applications.
- High-Speed Connectivity: Provides two 10GbE ports, eliminating network bottlenecks for data-intensive operations.
- Server Compatibility: Integrates seamlessly with Windows Server and Linux systems, ensuring broad deployment flexibility.
- Enhanced Efficiency: Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9000 bytes, optimizing large data transfers and reducing CPU overhead.
- Network Resilience: Features Link Aggregation for increased bandwidth and failover protection, maintaining uptime for critical services.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com PR210B-NETWORK-CARD is a purpose-built 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe network card, featuring the Broadcom BCM57416 chipset and delivering a maximum data transfer rate of 20,000 Mbit/s. This internal component is designed for seamless integration into existing server and workstation infrastructure via a PCI Express slot.
Engineered for demanding business environments, this NIC supports advanced networking standards like IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN tagging and IEEE 802.3ad for Link Aggregation, ensuring both secure network segmentation and enhanced fault tolerance. It is TAA compliant, making it suitable for government and public sector procurement.
- Core Functionality: Adds two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports to a server or workstation, providing essential high-speed connectivity for demanding applications.
- Broad Operating System Support: Compatible with a wide range of Windows (including Server editions) and Linux operating systems, ensuring versatile deployment options.
- Optimized Data Transfer: Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9000 bytes, significantly improving efficiency for large file transfers and database operations.
- Network Segmentation: Features VLAN tagging (IEEE 802.1Q), enabling logical network separation for improved security and traffic management.
- Operational Value: Includes Link Aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad) for increased bandwidth and network redundancy, enhancing overall system reliability and uptime.
This StarTech.com 10GbE network card is an essential upgrade for organizations seeking to enhance network performance and reliability for their critical business operations.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Accelerate Data Center Throughput
Modern data centers and server rooms require maximum bandwidth to handle increasing data volumes and virtualized workloads. This 10GbE network card provides two high-speed ports, ensuring rapid data transfer between servers and storage arrays.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, virtualized server environments
Enhance High-Performance Workstations
Engineers, designers, and media professionals often work with massive files that demand extremely fast network access. Integrating this card into high-end workstations eliminates network bottlenecks, allowing for quicker project completion and improved productivity.
Creative agencies, engineering firms, scientific research labs, media production studios
Improve Server Virtualization Performance
Virtualized server environments rely heavily on network performance for inter-VM communication and host-to-storage data flow. Deploying this dual-port 10GbE card ensures that virtual machines operate efficiently without network-induced latency.
Businesses utilizing VMware/Hyper-V, IT operations teams, infrastructure management groups, cloud-enabled private networks
Key Features
Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Provides 20,000 Mbit/s aggregate bandwidth, eliminating network bottlenecks for high-demand applications and large file transfers.
Broadcom BCM57416 Chipset
Delivers enterprise-grade reliability and performance, ensuring stable and consistent network operations for critical business systems.
Jumbo Frame Support (9000 bytes)
Optimizes the efficiency of large data packet transfers, reducing CPU utilization and improving overall network throughput for storage and backup operations.
VLAN Tagging (IEEE 802.1Q)
Enables network segmentation for enhanced security and simplified traffic management, isolating sensitive data and optimizing network performance.
Link Aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad)
Combines both 10GbE ports for increased bandwidth and automatic failover, ensuring continuous network availability and preventing service interruptions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Enables high-speed data transfer for critical financial transactions and large database access, ensuring rapid processing and compliance.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports fast access to large medical imaging files and patient records, crucial for timely diagnostics and operational efficiency in clinics.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Provides the necessary bandwidth for real-time data acquisition from industrial IoT devices and rapid transfer of large CAD/CAM files.
Government & Public Sector
Offers TAA-compliant, high-performance networking for secure government data centers and public service applications requiring robust connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of cabling is required for the 10GbE ports on this network card?
This card supports 10GbE over Cat 6 cabling up to 55 meters and Cat 6A cabling up to 100 meters, providing flexible deployment options within your network infrastructure.
Is this network card compatible with both Windows and Linux server operating systems?
Yes, the StarTech.com PR210B-NETWORK-CARD is compatible with a broad range of Windows operating systems, including Windows Server 2008 R2 through 2022, and various Linux distributions, ensuring wide system integration.
Can this network card be used to improve network redundancy?
Absolutely. With two 10GbE ports and support for Link Aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad), this card can be configured to provide failover protection, maintaining network connectivity even if one link experiences an issue.
What is the benefit of Jumbo Frame support for business operations?
Jumbo Frame support (up to 9000 bytes) allows for larger data packets to be sent, which significantly reduces the number of packets processed by the CPU, improving efficiency and throughput for applications involving large data transfers like backups or database replication.
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.