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1G Gigabit Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82574L Chip, 100/1000Mbps Ethernet Network Card, Single Copper RJ45 Port, PCI-e X1, Compare to Intel EXPI9301CT/EXPI9301CTBLK
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10Gtek 1G Gigabit Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82574L Chip

Bottom line: The 10Gtek 1G Gigabit Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter with Intel 82574L Chip: Uses a genuine Intel 82574L controller, the same chip as Intel's EXPI9301CT; main trade-off: only one RJ45 port, so no multi-port or teaming setup on a single card.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Uses a genuine Intel 82574L controller, the same chip as Intel's EXPI9301CT
  • ✓ PCIe 1.1 x1 card that fits x1, x4, x8 and x16 slots
  • ✓ Comes with full-height and low-profile brackets for small form factor and server cases
  • ✓ Single RJ45 port runs over Cat5 or better cabling at up to 100m
  • ✓ 1-year warranty, 30-day free returns and lifetime tech support

Cons

  • ✗ Only one RJ45 port, so no multi-port or teaming setup on a single card
  • ✗ Tops out at 1Gbps, with no 2.5GbE or 10GbE option
  • ✗ Drivers must be downloaded separately from Intel's website
  • ✗ PCIe only, so it won't fit legacy PCI-only retro motherboards

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored 10Gtek 1G Gigabit Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter with Intel 82574L Chip using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. 10Gtek'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

  • Equipped with original Intel 82574L controller chip which makes the servers more stable. Compare to Intel EXPI9301CT.
  • 1G Gigabit CT Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter (NIC) for Intel 82574L Chip, Single Copper RJ45 Port, PCI-e X1, Compare to Intel EXPI9301CT / EXPI9301CTBLK
  • Single copper RJ45 port let you connect to Category-5 and up to 100m for meeting the demands of data center environments. PCI Express* 1.1. 2.5 G T/s X1 Lane is suitable for PCI-E X1/ X4/ X8/ X16 slots.
  • You can download it from Intel website. With profile bracket and additional low profile bracket that makes it easy to install the card in a small form factor/low profile computer case/server.
  • What You Get: 10Gtek 82574L-T1 1GbE PCI-E X1 Network Card (compare to Intel EXPI9301CT) x1, Low-profile Bracket x1. Backed by 10Gtek 30 Days Free-returned, 1 Year Free Warranty and Lifetime Technology Support.

Full Specifications

Brand10Gtek
ColorX1
Weight1g
Model Number82574-1T(EXPI9301CT)(Intel-1pc)fba
Mfr Part Number82574-1T(EXPI9301CT)(Intel-1pc)fba
Number of Items1
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Link ProtocolEthernet
Data Transfer Rate1000 Megabits Per Second
Hardware InterfaceEthernet, PCI
Full listing title1G Gigabit Desktop PCI-e Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82574L Chip, 100/1000Mbps Ethernet Network Card, Single Copper RJ45 Port, PCI-e X1, Compare to Intel EXPI9301CT/EXPI9301CTBLK

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