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Green circuit board with silver metal bracket and two RJ-45 ports

Axiom

Axiom 540-BBGU-AX 10Base-T dual-port PCIe 2.0 x8 network card

SKU CH-QHXE-197S8

Adds two 10Base-T RJ-45 ports to a server via a PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot

  • Rated speed10Base-T
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Supported standardsEthernet
  • Connection types10Base-T
  • Bus interfacePci
  • Key featuresDesktop
  • Dual RJ-45 ports expand wired connectivity
  • PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface fits compatible servers
  • 10Base-T speed supports legacy Ethernet networks
  • Compact 6.6" x 0.7" x 2.8" form factor saves space
  • 56 oz weight adds minimal load to chassis

Dual-port 10Base-T server NIC

The Axiom 540-BBGU-AX adds two RJ-45 ports to a server or workstation through a PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot. It targets administrators who need basic twisted-pair connectivity on legacy 10 Mbps infrastructure. The plug-in card form factor fits standard expansion bays without proprietary brackets. Buyers who want Gigabit or faster Ethernet will need a different adapter.

Thermals power and noise

The passive design has no fan, so the card adds no audible noise to the chassis. Power is drawn solely from the PCIe slot, keeping cabling simple and leaving external power headers free. Heat dissipates through the metal bracket and PCB into the system airflow. No thermal throttling data or maximum draw figure is provided by the supplier.

Bracket and warranty coverage

A low-profile bracket measuring 6.6 inches in height is included for shallow-depth servers. The three-year limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. No driver disc, cable bundle or management software ships in the box. Installers should download current drivers from the operating-system vendor or the Axiom support portal.

How it compares

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Price $174.99
Pricier than about 65% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAxiom
Model name540-BBGU-AX
Part number540-BBGU-AX
Performance
Rated speed10Base-T
Connectivity
Supported standardsEthernet
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
Connection types10Base-T
Bus interfacePci
Size & build
Product dimensions18.0 in × 70.0 in × 167.0 in

Questions about this item

How do I install the 540-BBGU-AX card in a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot?

Power down the server, open the chassis, align the card with a free PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot, press firmly until the bracket seats, then secure the retention screw.

What maintenance will the dual RJ-45 ports need over time?

Inspect the twisted-pair cables and RJ-45 jacks periodically for dust or bent pins; clean contacts with compressed air and replace any damaged patch cords.

What limit appears first when both 10Base-T ports run continuously?

Each port is fixed at 10 Mb/s, so sustained throughput cannot exceed that rate per connection.

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