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PCI Express x4 Dual Port 802.3at PoE+ Gigabit Vision Frame Grabber Card On Intel I350 Chipset
- Connectors: 2 x RJ45
- Temperature: 0°C ~ 55°C
- Humidity: 5 % ~ 95 % (Non-condensing)
- Class: 1000M, PCIE
- Model #: LRES2002PT-POE
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Hynix HMA82GU6CJR8N-VK Memory 16GB DDR4 2666MHz 2RX8 UDIMM - MEM-DR416L-HL01-UN26
- Model #: WDN-Hynix-HMA82GU6CJR8N-VK
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Low Profile Bracket for Intel X710-DA2
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JVFYIMiniPCIe RTL8111F Single-RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Card
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- Model #: C2ZP-H-121844
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- Model #: XP0NY-I350-T2-dell-new
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LSI 9201-8i RAID Controller Card HBA FW P20 6G 9211-8i IT Mode ZFS FreeNAS unRAID SAS PCI E Expander Card + 2*SFF-8087 SATA
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PCIe WiFi Card AC600 for Desktop PC, Dual Band Wireless Internal Network Card(Archer T2E) High-Gain Antenna, MU-MIMO, WPA3, Low Profile, Supports Windows 10/11
- Brand: TP-Link
- Part Number: Archer T2E
- Standards: IEEE 802.11ac
- Speed: 433 megabits_per_second
- Model #: 497428099439
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WiFi 6E AX210NGW WiFi Card, 6G/5.8G/2.4Ghz Tri-Band, Bluetooth5.2, 802.11AX Internal Network Card for PC with MU-MIMO, Ultra-Low Latency, Support Windows10,11 (64bit)
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- Model #: C12Y-ZY1234
- $66.50
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10Gtek For Intel I210T1 PCI-Express Network Adapter, 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Network Card with Intel I210 Chip Single RJ45 Port to PCI Express 2.1 x1
- Model #: I210-GE-1T-X1
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LSI SAS 9211-8i RAID Controller Card, 6Gb/s Internal SAS/SATA HBA Card, LSI SAS2008 Chip, PCI Express 2.0 X8, 2X Mini SAS SFF-8087 Ports
- Model #: 69089112115
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WiFi 6E GC-WBAX210 (2x2 802.11ax/ Tri-Band WiFi/Bluetooth 5.2/ PCIe Expansion Card)
- Brand: HP
- Part Number: GC-WBAX210
- Connectors: 1 x RJ45
- WiFi Generation: Wi-Fi 6
- Model #: 964861646778
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Intel EXPI9404PTLBLK 10/100/1000Mbps PCI-Express PT Quad Port Low Profile Server Adapter
- Standards: IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab
- Connectors: 4 x RJ45
- BUS: PCI Express 1.0a
- LEDs: 4 (1/port, link and speed) solid and blinking
- Model #: EXPI9404PTLBLK
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Mellanox MCX354A-FCBT CX354A ConnectX-3 VPI FDR Infiniband 40GbE QSFP PCIe Card
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10G Ethernet PCIe Network Adapter Lan Card, AQUANTIA AQC107 Chipset 10Gbps LAN Controller, RIITOP 10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100Mbps RJ45 NIC Card,Support PXE for Windows 11 and Linux
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- Class: 10G,Single RJ45
- Model #: NIC-10G-AQC107
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Dual-QSFP+ 40G Network Card Mellanox ConnectX-3 PCI-e 3.0 X8 PCI Express 40 Gigabit Ethernet Server NIC (ST7288-40GB)
- Model #: 6900012191
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2.5G Gigabit network card PCIE to Gigabit wired network port 2.5G network game network card 2500M network adapter
- Model #: ZX-233
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LSI 9223-8i RAID Controller Card SAS 6Gbps PCI E HBA FW:P20 9211-8i IT Mode ZFS FreeNAS unRAID RAID Expander 2* SFF8087 SATA
- Model #: 69089112252
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- Brand: Intel
- Model: X540T2
- Part Number: X540-T2
- Speed: 100Mbps/1Gbps/10Gbps
- Model #: X540T2 -
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Refurbished 7046442 Sun Oracle InfiniBand ConnectX-3 40Gbps 2-Port QSFP Host Bus Adapter
- Part Number: 7046442
- Connectors: ConnectX-3
- Parts: 30 Days
- Labor: 30 Days
- Model #: 7046442
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Intel EXPI9301CT 10/100/1000Mbps PCI-Express Desktop Adapter Gigabit CT
- Connectors: 1 x RJ45
- Temperature: 0°C ~ 55°C
- Humidity: 90% non-condensing relative humidity at 35° C
- Dimensions: 4.70" x 4.73" x 2.18"
- Model #: EXPI9301CT
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Refurbished Mellanox MCX623106AC-CDAT ConnectX-6 DX EN 100Gbe Dual Port Network Adapter Card
- Part Number: MCX623106AC-CDAT
- Parts: 30 Days
- Labor: 30 Days
- Model #: MCX623106AC-CDAT-REF
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- Parts: 30 days warranty
- Labor: 30 days warranty
- Model #: Intel I210T1
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USB 4.0 Type-C (Compatible to Thunderbolt 3) 10G Ethernet Adapter, For High-Speed Network Connections, RJ45 port supports 10Gb/s, 5Gb/s, 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s and 100Mb/s Base-T, Ideal for Mac Mini
- Class: 10G, PCIE
- Model #: SY-TDB24097
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Mellanox Connectx-3 Pro - Network Adapter - PCI Express 3.0 X8-10 Gigabit Ethernet (MCX312B-XCCT)
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StarTech.com 1 Port 2.5Gbps PoE Network Card, PCIe Ethernet Card w/RJ45, 30W 802.3at PoE NIC for Desktops/Servers ST1000PEXPSE
- Part Number: ST1000PEXPSE
- Standards: IEEE802.3at Power over Ethernet (25 W) IEEE802.3af Power over Ethernet (15 W) IEEE 802.3bz (2.5GBASE-T) IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T ) IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX ) IEEE 802.3i (10BASE-T) IEEE P802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) IEEE802.1Q (VLAN tagging) Wake-on-LAN (WOL) PCI Express Version 2.1
- Connectors: 1 x RJ45
- Wake On LAN: Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
- Model #: ST1000PEXPSE
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BUCIER PA17 PCIe 5.0 X16 Riser Adapter Card, Left Angle and Low-Profile for 1U/2U Server Installation
- Brand: BUCIER
- Part Number: PA17-270D
- Standards: PCIe
- Connectors: PCIe
- Model #: 8567457990
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- Brand: NVIDIA
- Part Number: MCX512A-ACAT
- Speed: Data Rate: 1/10/25 Gb/s Ethernet
- Connectors: Dual SFP28 Ethernet (copper and optical)
- Model #: MCX512A-ACAT
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- Parts: 30 days warranty
- Labor: 30 days warranty
- Model #: I350-T4 (I350T4V2) Intel
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silverstone technology ecs06 6 port sata gen3 (6gbps) non-raid pci express gen3 x2 card
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C&N Dual PCIe Gigabit Network Card 1000M PCI Express Ethernet Adapter with Intel 82576 Two Ports LAN NIC Card for Windows, Linux, and Freebsd Compatibility
- Brand: C&N
- Part Number: SAE-TXA094
- Speed: 1000 megabytes_per_second
- Interface: pci_express_3.0
- Model #: SAE-TXA094
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I225-V Network Card, Pci-E I225 2.5G Ethernet Server Network Card for Desktop Computers
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StarTech.com 2-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card - PCI Express LAN Card - Realtek RTL8126 - Windows and Linux - TAA PR25GR-NETWORK-CARD
- Brand: StarTech
- Parts: 2-Year
- Labor: 2-Year
- Model #: PR25GR-NETWORK-CARD
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Learn about Network Interface Cards (NICs)
Faster, More Reliable Wired Connectivity
A Network Interface Card gives your PC or server a fast, stable link to your network. From budget 1GbE to multi-gig (2.5GbE/5GbE) and 10GbE+, you’ll find PCI Express cards, USB adapters, and multi-port models in Newegg’s Network Interface Cards catalog. Pair your NIC with the right switch, optics, and cabling to unlock consistent throughput for gaming, low-latency streaming, content creation, virtualization, iSCSI backups, and more.
Popular NIC Categories
PCIe Ethernet Cards
The go-to choice for desktops and workstations. Options range from 1GbE and 2.5GbE to 10GbE/25GbE, with features like VLAN tagging, link aggregation (LACP), checksum/TSO/LRO offload, SR-IOV/RDMA, and PXE/Wake-on-LAN. Browse performance picks here: 10GbE network cards.
USB & USB-C Ethernet Adapters
Ideal for ultrabooks and mini PCs—plug-and-play wired networking without opening the case. Choose USB 3.0/USB-C for Gigabit and above. Find compact options in Network Adapters & Ethernet Connectors.
Fiber & SFP/SFP+ NICs
Use SFP/SFP+ for long-distance or electrically isolated runs and ultra-low latency. Pair your card with compatible optics from SFP/SFP+ transceivers and OM3/OM4 fiber for 10GbE and higher.
Key Decisions Before You Buy
Match the NIC to your target speed (1G, 2.5G, 5G, 10G, 25G), PCIe slot type (x1/x4/x8, Gen3/Gen4), and connector (RJ45 vs. SFP/SFP+). For fiber or long-run links, compare SFP+ fiber NICs. For copper installs, use the right cabling—see Ethernet cables (Cat6/Cat6a). If you’re wiring racks or tight spaces, confirm low-profile/half-height brackets and plan mounting with server racks & cabinets.
Performance tip: For 2.5GbE/5GbE over copper, Cat6/Cat6a reduces errors and heat. For 10GbE+ fiber, verify SR/LR optics and OM3/OM4 cable type. Power users should also check driver support for Windows, Linux, or VMware ESXi.
Typical Use Cases
Home & Gaming: Upgrade to a 2.5GbE PCIe card for faster downloads and smoother game/stream concurrency; pair with a 2.5G switch.
Creative & NAS: Move large media quickly with 10GbE PCIe NICs; use SFP+ for fiber runs to a rack or studio bay.
Virtualization & Labs: Choose dual-port/quad-port server NICs for VLANs, LACP, SR-IOV, and traffic isolation across hosts and services.
Why Add a Dedicated NIC?
Boosts wired speed and stability beyond onboard LAN, enables VLAN isolation and link aggregation, reduces CPU usage via hardware offloads, and adds flexibility for SFP/SFP+ fiber runs or multi-port redundancy and failover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need 2.5GbE or is 1GbE enough?
1GbE is fine for basic browsing and streaming. If you copy large files, use fast NAS, or share bandwidth among many devices, 2.5GbE offers a noticeable speed boost—pair it with a compatible 2.5G switch.
RJ45 vs. SFP/SFP+ — which should I choose?
RJ45 over copper is convenient for short runs and existing cabling. SFP/SFP+ with fiber is better for long distances, lower latency, or electrical isolation. If you go fiber, match your card with the right optics from SFP/SFP+ transceivers.
Will a USB Ethernet adapter bottleneck my laptop?
Use USB 3.0 or USB-C models for Gigabit or faster speeds. They’re great for travel and thin-and-light PCs—browse options in Network Adapters & Ethernet Connectors.
Related Essentials
Build the whole stack: a multi-gig switch for uplinks, tidy runs with a patch panel, and protect your edge with firewalls & security.
Bestselling Network Interface Cards Reviews:
Anonymous
11/17/2025 9:14:36 AM
Excellent performance
“ Drivers can be found at: downloadcenter.intel.com Select "Active Products" => "Network Connectivity" => "Intel Desktop Adapters" => "Intel Pro/1000 GT adapter". ”
Intel EXPI9301CTBLK Network Adapter 10/100/1000Mbps PCI-Express 1 x RJ45Mc
10/6/2023 5:13:51 PM
Net Issue? TP-Link TG-3468 has you covered!
“ If I ever need another network adapter card this will be my top choice ”
TP-Link 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express, PCIE Network Adapter / Network Card / Ethernet Card for PC, Win10 supported (TG-3468)Brandon Y.
6/21/2023 11:48:57 AM
Works as advertised
“ -Works without dropping connection (unlike like my onboard intel wired network adapter). ”
TP-Link TX201 Interface Cards 2.5Gbps PCI-Express 1 x RJ45