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Intel I210-T1 Network Adapter E0X95AA

Intel I210-T1 Network Adapter E0X95AA

Bottom line: The Intel I210-T1 Network Adapter E0X95AA: Intel I210 controller with mature driver support across Linux, Windows Server, and BSD; main trade-off: single port only, so link aggregation or failover needs a second card.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Intel I210 controller with mature driver support across Linux, Windows Server, and BSD
  • ✓ Energy Efficient Ethernet plus DMA Coalescing cut idle draw on always-on builds
  • ✓ 802.1Qav AVB support for synchronized audio-video stream buffering and reservation
  • ✓ Ventilated bracket and ultra-compact PCBA fit tight 1U and SFF chassis

Cons

  • ✗ Single port only, so link aggregation or failover needs a second card
  • ✗ Capped at 1000 Mbps, dated next to 2.5GbE and 10GbE options at similar cost
  • ✗ PCIe Gen 2.1 2.5 GT/s x1 interface, not a Gen 3 or newer link
  • ✗ Low-profile bracket availability is not stated, check before an SFF install

Manufacturer description

The Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I210 builds on Intel's history of excellence in Ethernet products. Intel continues its market leadership with this newest generation PCIe GbE network adapter. Based on the Intel Ethernet Controller I210, this adapter represents the next step in the Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) networking evolution for the enterprise and data center offering Audio-Video-Bridging (AVB) support, along with power management technologies such as Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and DMA Coalescing (DMAC).

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Key Features

  • Low-halogen single-port PCI-Express 10/100/1000 Ethernet adapter
  • The power management features including Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), DMA Coalescing, ultra-compact design, and a unique ventilated bracket for increased efficiency and reduced power consumption
  • IEEE 802.1Qav Audio-Video-Bridging (AVB) for tightly controlled media stream synchronization, buffering, and reservation
  • High-performing design supporting PCI Express Gen 2.1 2.5 GT/s
  • Reliable And Proven Gigabit Ethernet Technology From Intel Corporation

Full Specifications

BrandIntel
Colormulticolor
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberI210T1
Mfr Part NumberE0X95AA
Number of Items12
Number of Packs1
Item Part NumberE0X95AA
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Data Transfer Rate1000 megabits_per_second
Hardware InterfaceEthernet
Item Dimensions L x W x H1"L x 1"W x 1"H
Global Trade Identification Number00887758430248

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