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StarTech Dual Port PCIe Network Card, Dual Port Gigabit NIC (ST1000SPEXD4)
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StarTech Dual Port PCIe Network Card, Dual Port Gigabit NIC (ST1000SPEXD4)

Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech Dual Port PCIe Network Card is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro networking cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Protect critical networked systems with a redundant and independent Gigabit port
  • ✓ Backed by StarTech.com's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Add dual Gigabit Ethernet ports to a client, server or workstation through a PCI Express slot. The ST1000SPEXD4 PCI Express Dual-Port Gigabit Network Card lets you add two gigabit Ethernet ports to a client, server or workstation through a single PCIe slot. Each port provides 10/100/1000 Mbps capable Ethernet and is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3/u/ab standards. Suitable for any standard PCI Express-enabled system, the 2-port Ethernet card supports full-duplex flow control for maximum data transfer speeds of up to 2000 Mbps - an ideal 2-port NIC for setting up dual-homed, or multi-homed…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech Dual Port PCIe Network Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. StarTech.com's retro networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • ADD AN ETHERNET PORT TO ANY PC: Use this dual port PCIe network card to add a two independent Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports to a client, server or workstation through one PCI Express slot
  • ULTIMATE COMPATIBILITY: The PCI Express NIC server adapter network card uses the Realtek RTL8111 series chipset which offers out-of-the-box compatibility with most desktop and server operating systems
  • ADVANCED FEATURES: This PCIe network adapter has a broad feature set that supports Auto MDIX, full and half duplex speeds, wake-on-LAN (WoL) and 9K jumbo frames
  • FULLY COMPLIANT: This professional-grade Gigabit Ethernet card is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ab standards
  • Protect critical networked systems with a redundant and independent Gigabit port
  • Optimize network traffic with support for advanced features such as Jumbo Frames and VLAN tagging

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorGreen
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberST1000SPEXD4
CompatibilityPC
Built-In MediaDual Port Gigabit PCI Express Server Network Adapter Card - PCIe NIC
Item Type NameGigabit Ethernet Card
FULLY COMPLIANTThis professional-grade Gigabit Ethernet card is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ab standards
Mfr Part NumberST1000SPEXD4
Number of Items1
Number of Packs1
ADVANCED FEATURESThis PCIe network adapter has a broad feature set that supports Auto MDIX, full and half duplex speeds, wake-on-LAN (WoL) and 9K jumbo frames
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop
Data Link ProtocolIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, PCI Express Base Specification 2.0
Data Transfer Rate1000 megabits_per_second
Hardware InterfacePCIE x 1
Warranty Description2 Year
Item Dimensions L x W x H3.6"L x 0.7"W x 4.7"H
Global Trade Identification Number00065030859356

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