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axGear Gigabit Ethernet LAN PCI Network Controller Card 10/100/1000 Mbps
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axGear Gigabit Ethernet LAN PCI Network Controller Card 10/100/1000 Mbps

Bottom line: The axGear Gigabit Ethernet LAN PCI Network Controller Card 10/100/1000 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

  • ✓ PCI bus-master access

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Gigabit Ethernet LAN Network Controller Card 10/100/1000 PCIPCI bus-master access10/100/1000M Adaptive, Full-duplex, Half-duplex Auto-Detect1 x RJ45 port, support for port automatically flip (Auto MD / MDIX) featureCompatible IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab StandardsEthernet frame VLAN tag supportLong frame support Gigabit (Jumbo Frame) transceiverContains two independent high-capacity to send and receive FIFO bufferBoot ROM slots to support network boot, Wake on LANPackage Included:1 x Gigabit PCI Network Card

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored axGear Gigabit Ethernet LAN PCI Network Controller Card 10/100/1000… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. axGear'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

  • PCI bus-master access
  • 10/100/1000M Adaptive, Full-duplex, Half-duplex Auto-Detect
  • Compatible IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab Standards
  • 1 x RJ45 port, support for port automatically flip (Auto MD / MDIX) feature
  • Boot ROM slots to support network boot, Wake on LAN

Full Specifications

BrandaxGear
Model NumberLAN-1000
Mfr Part NumberLAN-1000
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop
Data Link ProtocolIEEE 802.3
Data Transfer Rate1000 megabits_per_second
Hardware InterfaceEthernet, PCI

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axGear Gigabit Ethernet LAN PCI Network Controller Card 10/100/1000 Mbps is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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