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Small green circuit board with M.2 2230 connector and RJ45 port, silver bracket attached

LORDWORLD

LORDWORLD 2.5Gbps 2230 NGFF A+E-Key to RJ45 network ethernet cable

SKU CH-VXHM-C33Z2

Adds 2.5 Gbps wired networking to a 2230 NGFF A+E-key slot using a Realtek RTL8125B chip and low-profile bracket

  • Works with Windows 10, 11 and Linux for broad system support
  • Low-profile bracket fits tight chassis and diverse motherboard layouts
  • Realtek RTL8125B chip delivers 2.5 Gbps with 10/100/1000 auto-negotiation
  • Shielded design cuts EMI while heatsink keeps temperatures stable
  • Converts 2230 NGFF A+E-Key slot to RJ45 for wired 2.5G LAN

Product identity

The LORDWORLD adapter converts a 2230 NGFF A+E-key slot into a 2.5Gbps RJ45 Ethernet port. It uses a Realtek RTL8125B controller and supports Windows 10, Windows 11 and Linux on PCs, servers, workstations and NAS devices. A low-profile bracket is included for compact chassis.

Who it suits

Builders adding 2.5G wired networking to a board with a free 2230 A+E-key socket will find it a direct fit. It auto-negotiates down to 1Gbps, 100M and 10M on Cat5e or better cable up to 100 metres. Buyers whose systems lack this exact slot type cannot use the adapter.

Sustained-load behaviour

The Realtek RTL8125B chip handles IEEE 802.3bz 2.5GBASE-T, full-duplex flow control, VLAN tagging and PXE boot. On-board shielding reduces electromagnetic interference while the thermal design dissipates heat quickly to keep throughput stable during long transfers or continuous streaming sessions.

How it compares

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Price $37.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameLORDWORLD

Questions about this item

Does my motherboard need a 2230 NGFF A+E-key slot for this adapter?

Yes, the adapter plugs into a 2230 NGFF A+E-key M.2 slot on the motherboard.

Will my existing Cat5e cable work with the 2.5 Gbps link?

Yes, the Realtek RTL8125B chip auto-negotiates down to 1 Gbps, 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps on Cat5e or better UTP up to 100 m.

How can I confirm the adapter is running at 2.5 Gbps after installing it?

Check the link speed in Windows 11, Windows 10 or Linux network settings; it should show 2.5 Gbps when connected to a 2.5GBASE-T switch or router.

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