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Green circuit board with silver RJ45 port and metal bracket

Wavlink

Wavlink WL-NWP002 2.5G PCIe network card

SKU CH-EABP-FGZSM MPN WL-NWP002

Adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port via PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 with Realtek RTL8125B, low-profile bracket and Windows 7 to 11 plus Linux support

  • Rated speed2500/1000/100 Mbit/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Indicator lights1 x Link(Green), 1 x Ethernet (Yellow)
  • Supported platformsCompatible for X1,X4,X8,X16, both a standard and low-profile
  • Product class2.5G, Single RJ45
  • Key features- 2.5 Gbit/s PCle Ethernet controller supports up to 2,500 M

Version 2.5G, Single RJ45

Model 2.5G - 1 Port RJ45

  • 5 Gbps speed for faster file transfers and streaming
  • Realtek RTL8125B controller delivers stable 2500/1000/100 Mbps performance
  • Fits PCIe x1, x4, x8 and x16 slots with included low-profile bracket
  • Works with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7 and Linux without extra drivers
  • Metal shielding and heatsink reduce interference and keep temperatures low

2.5G PCIe Network Card for desktop PCs

The Wavlink WL-NWP002 adds a single 2.5Gbps RJ45 port through any PCI Express x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot. It targets owners of existing desktop systems who want faster wired throughput without replacing their motherboard. Both a standard bracket and a low-profile bracket are supplied for different case heights.

Thermals noise and power draw

A passive metal heatsink covers the Realtek RTL8125B controller to dissipate heat without a fan, so the card runs silently. Power is drawn entirely from the PCIe slot; no external connectors are required. The adapter negotiates 2500, 1000 or 100Mbps links automatically and supports Wake-on-LAN from S1, S3 and S5 states.

Upgrade from gigabit onboard Ethernet

The card replaces a typical 1Gbps onboard port when the network infrastructure already uses Cat5e or better cabling and a 2.5G switch or router is present. The jump is worthwhile for large file transfers, local streaming or gaming traffic that saturates gigabit bandwidth. It will not increase speed if the rest of the path remains at 1Gbps.

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameWAVLINK
Model nameWL-NWP002
Part number1* RJ45 Ethernet port
Product class2.5G, Single RJ45
Performance
Rated speed2500/1000/100 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
Compatibility
Supported platformsCompatible for X1,X4,X8,X16, both a standard and low-profile bracket are provided
In the box
In the box1 × 2.5 Gbit/s PCIe Network Card
1 x Low-Profile Bracket
2 x Screws
1 x Quick Start Guide
More details
Indicator lights1 x Link(Green), 1 x Ethernet (Yellow)

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Questions about this item

How do I install the WL-NWP002 in a mini-tower case, and which bracket step is often missed?

Insert the card into any PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot, then swap the standard bracket for the included low-profile bracket using the two supplied screws before securing the card.

What maintenance will the RTL8125B controller need over time?

The board has a passive heat sink; just clear dust from its fins with compressed air every few months to keep temperatures stable.

What limit appears first when the 2.5G link runs at full load for hours?

The single RJ45 port caps throughput at 2500 Mbps, so sustained transfers cannot exceed that ceiling regardless of system speed.

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