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STARTECH

STARTECH PEX1000SFP2 PCIe Gigabit Fiber Network Card

SKU CH-QTKV-ZWW5Z MPN PEX1000SFP2

PCI Express x1 card adds a single open SFP slot for 1000 Mbps fiber connectivity to a desktop or rackmount PC

  • Rated speed1,000 Mbit/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Key featuresConnect a PCI Express-based desktop or rackmount PC directly
  • Product weight0.45
  • In the box1 Port PCI Express Gigabit SFP Network Card 1 x Low Profile

Model PCIe 1 Gbps - 1 Port Open SFP

  • Gigabit fiber connectivity via open SFP slot
  • Up to 250 MB/s throughput on PCIe x1
  • Single-port 1000 Mbps network adapter
  • Low-profile bracket included for compact systems
  • Driver CD and manual supplied for quick setup

Single-Port PCIe Fiber Adapter

The StarTech PEX1000SFP2 adds a Gigabit fiber link to any desktop or rack-mount PC with a free PCI Express x1 slot. An open SFP cage lets you choose the transceiver that matches your cabling and distance requirements.

Build Integration

The card occupies one x1 lane and ships with a low-profile bracket for compact chassis. It delivers up to 250 MB/s between the bus and the network, removing the bottleneck of older copper connections without consuming a larger expansion slot.

Target Users

Suits IT teams extending fiber to workstations or servers that lack onboard SFP ports. Not for builders who need multiple ports, copper RJ-45 connectivity, or speeds beyond 1000 Mbps.

How it compares

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Price $159.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model namePEX1000SFP2
Performance
Rated speed1,000 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
Size & build
Shipping weight0.20 kg
Package size213 × 178 × 36 mm
In the box
In the box1 Port PCI Express Gigabit SFP Network Card
1 x Low Profile Bracket
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual

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Questions about this item

What is the maximum sustained throughput the PCI Express x1 interface can deliver to the motherboard?

The PCIe x1 link provides up to 250 MB/s of bandwidth between the card and the motherboard.

Does the card generate noticeable noise or heat when running continuously?

The adapter has no fan and draws little power, so it runs silently with minimal heat during all-day operation.

Which SFP transceiver module is required to make the fiber link work?

You must supply a compatible 1000Base-X SFP module; the card ships with an open slot only.

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