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Green circuit board with silver RJ45 port and low-profile bracket

STARTECH

STARTECH ST1000SPEX2L PCI-Express x1 Gigabit network card Low Profile

SKU CH-5ZB9-X16GK MPN ST1000SPEX2L

Adds a 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 port via PCI Express x1 with low-profile bracket and Realtek RTL8111H chipset

  • Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express x1
  • Supported standardsIEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab, IEEE802.3x
  • Connection types1 x RJ45
  • Indicator lights1 x Gigabit Detect (Yellow) 1 x Link / Activity (Green)
  • Key featuresBus Type: PCI Express Card Type: Low Profile (SP bracket inc

Model PCIe 1 Gbps - 1 Port RJ45 Low Profile

  • Gigabit Ethernet up to 1000 Mbps over twisted pair
  • PCI Express x1 interface delivers 250 MB/s bandwidth
  • Low-profile bracket included for slim chassis installs
  • Wake-on-LAN enables remote power-on capability
  • Auto-negotiation supports 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds

Low-Profile Gigabit NIC

This StarTech ST1000SPEX2L adds a single RJ45 port to any desktop or server with a free PCI Express x1 slot. The low-profile bracket is included for slim chassis, while a standard-height bracket is also supplied for full-size cases. It is aimed at IT staff replacing a failed onboard port or expanding a workstation with a second wired link.

Passive Cooling and Low Power

The card uses a Realtek RTL8111H controller that draws minimal power from the slot and has no fan, so it adds no audible noise to the system. Wake-on-LAN is supported for remote power management, and the two onboard LEDs show link status and gigabit detection at a glance.

Simple Drop-In Upgrade

Installation requires only an open PCI Express x1 lane and the included driver media; no auxiliary power cable or extra case clearance is needed. The half-height form factor frees full-size slots for larger expansion cards, while the 100-metre cable reach suits typical office or server-room runs.

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Price $29.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameST1000SPEX2L
Performance
Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab, IEEE802.3x
Wake on LANYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express x1
Connection types1 x RJ45
Size & build
Product dimensions1.9 in × 0.7 in × 2.8 in
Product weight0.06 lb (0.03 kg)
Shipping weight0.13 kg
Package size173 × 142 × 30 mm
In the box
In the box1 x Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Card
1 x Standard Profile Bracket
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual
More details
Indicator lights1 x Gigabit Detect (Yellow)
1 x Link / Activity (Green)

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Questions about this item

How do I install the PCI-Express x1 Gigabit network card and which bracket should I use for a low-profile case?

Insert the card into an available PCI-Express x1 slot, then secure the included low-profile bracket for slim chassis or swap to the standard-profile bracket for full-height cases.

What maintenance or replacement will the Realtek RTL8111H chipset network card need over time?

The card has no moving parts; keep the RJ45 port dust-free and update drivers from the manufacturer when updating the operating system.

At what throughput limit does the PCI-Express x1 interface saturate during sustained transfers?

The PCI-Express x1 link caps sustained throughput at 250 MB/s, which is the first bottleneck under continuous Gigabit Ethernet load.

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