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HP network card with single RJ45 port and low-profile bracket

HP 5Gbps PCIe Network Card Realtek RTL8126B

SKU CH-3VHV-CTCBV

Adds a 5 Gbps RJ45 Ethernet port to a desktop via PCIe x1, supporting 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps links with a Realtek RTL8126B controller

  • Connection types1 x RJ45
  • Supported platformsCertified for Windows Vista
  • Seller noticeNot applicable, 1Year Manufacturer
  • Key features5 Gbit/s, Desktop, 1Year Manufacturer
  • Up to 5 Gbps wired speed for large file transfers and NAS access
  • RJ45 port runs at 5 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps with existing cables
  • Realtek RTL8126 controller delivers high throughput and stable connections
  • Works with Windows, Linux and Windows Server on desktops, workstations and home labs
  • PCIe x1 card fits x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots and supports Wake on LAN

HP 5Gbps PCIe Network Card

The HP 5Gbps PCIe Network Card adds a single 5GBase-T RJ45 port to a desktop PC through a PCIe x1 slot. It uses the Realtek RTL8126B controller to deliver multi-speed operation at 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps and 100Mbps. A low-profile bracket is included for compact chassis. The card is certified for Windows Vista and supports current Windows and Linux distributions.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This card suits builders who need a 5Gbps wired link to a compatible switch, router or NAS using existing Cat5e, Cat6 or Cat6a cabling. It also fits administrators who require Wake on LAN for remote system startup. It is not for systems without a free PCIe slot, for connections faster than 5Gbps, or for wireless or fibre networking requirements.

Deciding specification: 5Gbps multi-speed RJ45 port

The single RJ45 port negotiates 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps or 100Mbps automatically. Match this speed to the peer device and cable category to obtain the expected throughput. If the network infrastructure only operates at 1Gbps, the card will still function but the 5Gbps capability will remain unused.

How it compares

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Price $47.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Ports & slots
Connection types1 x RJ45
Compatibility
Supported platformsCertified for Windows Vista

Questions about this item

How can I verify the HP 5Gbps PCIe card is running at full 5Gbps speed after installation?

Check the link speed in Windows Device Manager or Linux ethtool; it should show 5 Gbps when connected to a 5GBase-T switch with Cat6 or Cat6a cable.

What comes with the HP RTL8126B network card and what must I supply myself?

The box includes the PCIe x1 card and a low-profile bracket; you must provide a Cat5e, Cat6 or Cat6a Ethernet cable and a free PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot.

Which version of the HP 5Gbps PCIe card should I choose for a compact desktop build?

Select the model that includes the low-profile bracket, as it fits slim cases while still using the standard PCIe x1 interface.

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