Linksys LNE100TX EtherFast 10/100 Wired LAN Ethernet PCI Card (Renewed)
Bottom line: The Linksys LNE100TX EtherFast 10/100 Wired LAN Ethernet PCI 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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Manufacturer description
Built to run with the fastest video, publishing, and database network applications, the EtherFast LAN Card is a high performance network adapter for 32-bit PCI local bus computers. Boasting a maximum data throughput of 132 Mbps, it includes a combo autodetecting 10BaseT/100Base-TX port, which means that you can begin using the EtherFast now--even if you don't plan on upgrading to a 100 Mbps network right away.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Linksys LNE100TX EtherFast 10/100 Wired LAN Ethernet PCI Card using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. Amazon Renewed'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.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Connection Type | Wired |
| Mfr Part Number | LNE100TX-cr |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet |
| Hardware Interface | Ethernet, PCI |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
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