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Cudy PE25 PCI-E network card with low-profile bracket

Cudy

Cudy PE25 2.5 Gbps PCI-E Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-GYQX-3TARC

Adds a 2.5 Gbps wired network port via PCI Express with auto-negotiation down to 10 Mbps and broad OS support

  • Delivers 2.5 Gbps wired throughput for faster file transfers
  • Auto-negotiates 10, 100, 1000 and 2.5 Gbps links for broad compatibility
  • IEEE 802.3az EEE cuts power draw during idle periods
  • Wake-on-LAN lets you power on the system remotely
  • Includes standard and low-profile brackets for any chassis

2.5 Gbps PCI-E Network Card

The Cudy PE25 is a wired Ethernet adapter that installs in a PCI Express slot to deliver 2.5 Gbps connectivity. It auto-negotiates at 10, 100, 1000 or 2.5 Gbps and supports jumbo frames and IEEE flow control standards. Energy Efficient Ethernet reduces power draw during idle periods.

Desktop and Server Builders

This card suits PC owners adding multi-gigabit wired networking to a tower or low-profile server chassis. Both standard and low-profile brackets are included for flexible mounting. Buyers needing wireless connectivity, fibre uplinks or additional PCIe lanes should consider other solutions.

Requires PCI-E x4 or Larger Slot

Installation demands an available PCI Express x4, x8 or x16 slot on the motherboard. Compatible operating systems include Windows, Windows Server 2003 through 2016 in 32 and 64 bit editions, Linux, macOS and DOS. Wake on LAN allows remote system power-up over the network.

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Price $37.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

What throughput limit appears first when the PE25 runs at full 2.5 Gbps for long periods?

The adapter negotiates at 2.5 Gbps and uses IEEE 802.3x flow control to prevent packet loss when traffic saturates the link, so the wire speed itself is the first bottleneck.

Does the card generate noticeable heat or noise when it stays active all day?

It has no fan and supports Energy Efficient Ethernet, which drops the controller into a low-power idle state whenever traffic pauses, keeping heat and noise minimal.

What slot and bracket does my chassis need for the PE25 to install and work?

A free PCI Express x4, x8 or x16 slot plus either the standard or low-profile bracket included in the box.

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