StarTech.com 2-Port 2.5Gbps NBASE-T PoE Network Card, Dual Intel I225-V, 802.3af/at Network Adapter

Upgrade your connectivity with the StarTech.com 2-Port 2.5Gbps NBASE-T PoE — ports, speeds and interface details are in the spec table.

Add a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) 2.5Gbps Port to a PCI Express-enabled Computer

This 2.5 GbE network interface card (NIC) features dual Intel I225-V chipsets with Intel vPro technology to enhance performance and data integrity. The variable multispeed options (2.5/1Gbps and 100/10Mbps) enable support for both new and legacy network hardware. Utilize existing CAT5e or CAT6 cabling infrastructure while adding NBASE-T (802.3bz) compatibility for seamless integration.

Power Over Ethernet

The PCIe Ethernet card supports the IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at (Type 1 and Type 2) standards for Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) and can deliver up to 48V DC and 25.5W of power per port to compliant Powered Devices (PD). This flexibility eliminates the need for a separate power supplies or PoE injectors for remote networked devices such as IP cameras, access control devices, remote kiosks, and wireless access points.

Increased Network Speed

The PCIe network card leverages Intel vPro technology for remote management and troubleshooting capabilities. Improve bandwidth for data-intensive applications, network sharing, FTPs, online or local storage/backup, and the streaming of online content - while reducing network slowdowns. Access up to 2.5GBASE-T speeds using Cat5e (or better) cabling, to maximize existing networks and equipment.

Enhance Existing Hardware

The network interface card connects through an available PCI Express x2 2.0 (or higher) expansion slot. The card ships with a standard-profile bracket pre-installed and includes a low-profile bracket for installation into small form factor systems and servers. This ethernet NIC card is compatible with Windows, Windows Server, VMware, and Linux.

This card supports the following advanced features: PXE Boot, WoL, VLAN tagging, 9K jumbo frame, full-duplex, and Intel vPro technology.

Specifications

Ports & interfaces
Internal	Yes
PCI version	2.0
Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports quantity	2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	2
Host interface	PCI Express
Connectivity technology	Wired
Bandwidth
Full duplex	Yes
Maximum data transfer rate	2500 Mbit/s
Network
Chipset	Intel I225-V
Ethernet interface type	2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Jumbo frames	9000
Quality of Service (QoS) support	Yes
Ethernet LAN	Yes
Networking standards	IEEE 1588, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1as, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u
Wake-on-LAN ready	Yes
Auto MDIX IEEE	Yes
Jumbo frames support	Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates	10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s
VLAN support	Yes
Technical details
Compliance certificates	RoHS
Design
LED indicators	Yes
Component for	PC/Server
Software
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64
Linux operating systems supported	Yes
Power
Output voltage	48 V
System requirements
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 55 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-10 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width	121 mm
Depth	180 mm
Height	22 mm
Weight	111 g
Package width	207 mm
Package depth	144 mm
Package height	38 mm
Package weight	106 g
Packaging data
Mounting brackets included	Yes
Quick installation guide	Yes
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width	440 mm
Master (outer) case length	420 mm
Master (outer) case height	320 mm
Products per master (outer) case	40 pc(s)

Downloads

• Datasheet (PDF)
• Product manual / brochure (PDF)