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Green PCB network card with single RJ45 port and low-profile bracket

STARTECH

STARTECH ST1000SPEXI network card

SKU CH-EFHN-PZFN1 MPN ST1000SPEXI

Adds a 10/100/1000 RJ-45 Ethernet port via one PCIe x1 slot using an Intel I210-AT chipset

  • Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
  • Interface type1 x PCI Express x1 Male
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 10
  • Connection types1 x RJ-45 Female
  • Indicator lights1 × 100/1000 Mbit/s Indicator 1 x Link / Activity
  • Key featuresAdd Gigabit Ethernet to a client, server or workstation thro
  • Adds a Gigabit Ethernet port through a single PCIe x1 slot
  • Intel I210-AT chipset delivers reliable 10/100/1000 Mbps performance
  • Supports Wake-on-LAN for remote power management
  • 9K jumbo frame support boosts throughput for large transfers
  • Includes low-profile bracket for compact chassis installations

Single-port PCIe Gigabit adapter

The StarTech ST1000SPEXI adds one RJ-45 port to a desktop, server or workstation through a PCI Express x1 slot. An Intel I210-AT chipset drives 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds with full IEEE 802.3 compliance. PXE boot, Wake-on-LAN and 9K jumbo frames are supported out of the box. A low-profile bracket is included for compact chassis.

Suits systems lacking onboard Ethernet

Ideal for restoring wired connectivity after a failed integrated port or adding a dedicated link for virtualisation traffic. The single port limits configurations that need teaming, failover or separate management and data networks. Builds requiring fibre uplinks, multi-gigabit speeds or additional ports should select a different adapter.

Fits any free PCIe x1 slot

Installation consumes one PCI Express x1 lane and a rear bracket opening; the half-height board clears standard low-profile cases. No auxiliary power connector is required. The card frees the motherboard’s integrated controller for other tasks while providing a reliable Intel-based link for imaging, backup or iSCSI workloads.

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Price $33.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameST1000SPEXI
Performance
Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tagging
IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Flow Control
Ports & slots
Interface type1 x PCI Express x1 Male
Connection types1 x RJ-45 Female
Size & build
Product dimensions0.71 in × 4.72 in × 2.6 in
Product weight0.08 lb (0.04 kg)
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size170 × 140 × 30 mm
In the box
In the box1 × 1 Port Network Card
1 x Low Profile Bracket
1 x Instruction Manual
More details
Indicator lights1 × 100/1000 Mbit/s Indicator
1 x Link / Activity

Questions about this item

My motherboard has a PCIe x1 slot — is that the only slot this card needs?

Yes, the ST1000SPEXI plugs into a single PCI Express x1 slot and draws power from it; no extra cables or larger slots are required.

Will the Intel I210-AT chipset negotiate 100 Mbps on my old 100BASE-TX switch?

Yes, the card supports IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX and autonegotiation, so it will link at 100 Mbps with that switch.

Which LED should be lit to confirm a 1000 Mbps link after I install the card?

The 100/1000 Mbps indicator lights for a gigabit connection, while the Link/Activity LED blinks during traffic.

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