StarTech.com 2-Port PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Network Card Intel I350 ST2000SPEXI
The StarTech.com ST2000SPEXI is a purpose-built 2-port PCIe Gigabit Ethernet network card, engineered to deliver robust and redundant 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for critical server and workstation deployments.
- Dual Gigabit Ports: Provides two 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connections, enabling network redundancy or increased bandwidth for critical server applications.
- Intel I350 Chipset: Delivers enterprise-grade performance and advanced features like virtualization support (SR-IOV, VMDq), optimizing server efficiency and resource allocation.
- PCIe 2.1 Interface: Ensures high-speed data transfer to the host system, eliminating network bottlenecks for demanding server workloads.
- Jumbo Frame Support: Accommodates 9000-byte jumbo frames, improving network throughput and reducing CPU overhead for large data transfers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com ST2000SPEXI is an internal PCIe 2.1 network card equipped with two Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) ports, powered by the Intel I350-AM2 controller. This card delivers a maximum data transfer rate of 2000 Mbit/s, ensuring high-speed and reliable network access for demanding server and workstation environments.
Engineered for operational resilience, this network card supports advanced features like VLAN tagging (IEEE 802.1Q) for network segmentation and Wake-on-LAN for remote power management. It also includes a low-profile bracket, ensuring flexible installation across various server chassis.
- Virtualization Support: Leverages the Intel I350 chipset for features like SR-IOV and VMDq, optimizing network performance for virtualized server environments and improving VM density.
- Network Redundancy: Offers dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for link aggregation or failover configurations to ensure continuous network access and prevent service interruptions.
- Enhanced Throughput: Supports jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes, significantly increasing data transfer efficiency for large files and reducing CPU utilization during heavy network traffic.
- Remote Management: Features Wake-on-LAN (WoL) readiness, enabling IT teams to remotely power on systems for maintenance or updates, reducing on-site intervention costs.
- Operational Value: Boasts a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 432,400 hours, providing exceptional long-term reliability and reducing the total cost of ownership through minimized hardware failures.
Deploy this StarTech.com network card to fortify your server infrastructure with reliable, high-performance network connectivity and advanced management capabilities.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
Network12
Ports & interfaces5
Weight & dimensions4
Design7
Packaging content1
System requirements1
Operational conditions1
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What This Solves
Enhancing Server Redundancy
Critical business applications hosted on servers require uninterrupted network access to prevent costly downtime. This card provides two independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for active-passive failover or link aggregation.
Data centers, enterprise infrastructure teams, organizations with mission-critical applications, financial trading firms
Optimizing Virtualized Environments
Virtual machines often contend for network resources, leading to performance degradation in high-density server environments. The Intel I350 chipset supports SR-IOV and VMDq, dedicating network resources directly to VMs.
IT departments managing VMware ESXi or Hyper-V, cloud service providers, development and testing labs, educational institutions
Boosting Data Transfer Efficiency
Large file transfers, database backups, and media streaming can saturate network links and consume excessive CPU cycles. With jumbo frame support up to 9000 bytes, this card optimizes data packet sizes.
Manufacturing facilities, media production studios, scientific research institutions, logistics and warehousing operations
Key Features
Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Provides redundant network paths or increased bandwidth, ensuring continuous data flow and minimizing service interruptions for critical applications.
Intel I350-AM2 Controller
Delivers enterprise-grade network performance and advanced virtualization features, optimizing server efficiency and resource allocation for virtual machines.
PCI Express 2.1 Host Interface
Ensures high-speed data transfer between the network card and the server, preventing bottlenecks and supporting demanding network workloads.
Jumbo Frames Support (9000 bytes)
Increases network throughput and reduces CPU overhead for large data transfers, improving efficiency for file servers and backup operations.
Wake-on-LAN (WoL) Ready
Enables remote power-on capabilities for connected systems, allowing IT teams to manage and maintain servers without requiring physical presence.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Essential for connecting production servers and control systems that require stable, high-throughput network links for operational continuity.
Finance & Insurance
Supports back-office servers and trading workstations where network uptime and performance are critical for transactions and data integrity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Connects medical imaging servers and EHR systems, demanding reliable and segmented network access for patient data and operational continuity.
Legal & Professional Services
Enables secure, high-speed network access for document management servers and legal research databases, crucial for large file transfers and application performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating systems are compatible with this network card?
This network card supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows Vista, Windows XP, various Linux distributions, and Windows Server versions from 2008 R2 to 2019.
Can this network card be used for network redundancy or link aggregation?
Yes, with two independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, this card is ideal for configuring network redundancy (failover) or link aggregation (teaming) to enhance uptime and bandwidth for critical server applications.
Does this card support virtualization features like SR-IOV?
Yes, based on the Intel I350 chipset, this network card supports advanced virtualization features such as SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization) and VMDq (Virtual Machine Device Queues), optimizing network performance in virtualized environments.
Is a low-profile bracket included for smaller server chassis?
Yes, the StarTech.com ST2000SPEXI includes a low-profile bracket, ensuring flexible installation options for both standard and small form-factor server or workstation cases.
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.