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Wavlink

Wavlink WL-NWP004 10G PCIe network card

SKU CH-66Y5-TD8TP MPN WL-NWP004

A 10Gbps PCIe network card with AQC113 controller, single RJ45 port, low-profile bracket, and Windows 11/10 plus Linux support

  • Rated speed10 Gbit/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Wireless speedSupports 10/100/1000 Mbit/s/2.5 Gbit/s/5 Gbit/s/10 Gbit/s sp
  • Indicator lights1 x Link(Green), 1 x Ethernet (Yellow)
  • Product class10G, PCIE
  • Key features- One RJ45 Ethernet port delivers 10X-faster data-transfer s

Version 10G, PCIE

Model PCIe 10 Gbps - 1 Port RJ45

  • 10 Gbps speeds for bandwidth-heavy tasks
  • AQC113C-B1 controller ensures stable network transmission
  • Fits x1, x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slots
  • Includes both standard and low-profile brackets
  • Works with Windows 11, 10 and Linux 3.10+

10G PCIe Network Adapter

The Wavlink WL-NWP004 adds a single RJ45 port capable of 10Gbps Ethernet to a desktop PC. It uses the AQC113C-B controller and connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface that fits x4, x8 or x16 slots. Both a standard bracket and a low-profile bracket are included for different case heights. Windows 11, Windows 10 and Linux 3.10 or newer are supported.

Sustained throughput and thermals

The card negotiates 10000, 5000, 2500, 1000, 100 or 10Mbps links automatically, so it maintains the highest rate the cabling and switch allow. An on-board heatsink dissipates heat from the controller during continuous heavy transfers, helping to keep performance stable over long sessions. Green and yellow LEDs show link status and activity at a glance.

Upgrade path and fit considerations

This adapter replaces a built-in 1GbE port when the motherboard has a free PCIe slot and the network infrastructure already runs Cat6a or better cabling. The low-profile bracket makes it viable for slim tower chassis where a full-height card would not fit. Buyers whose switches only support 1GbE or who lack an available PCIe slot will not see a speed benefit.

How it compares

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Price $49.99
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameWAVLINK
Model nameWL-NWP004
Part number1* RJ45 Ethernet port
Product class10G, PCIE
Performance
Rated speed10 Gbit/s
Connectivity
Wireless speedSupports 10/100/1000 Mbit/s/2.5 Gbit/s/5 Gbit/s/10 Gbit/s speed
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
More details
Indicator lights1 x Link(Green), 1 x Ethernet (Yellow)

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Questions about this item

How much heat does the AQC113C-B chipset generate when the card runs at 10Gbps all day?

The card uses an aluminium heatsink designed for fast heat dissipation, keeping the AQC113C-B chipset cool during continuous 10Gbps operation without requiring an active fan.

What motherboard slot and operating system are required for the WL-NWP004 to function?

You need a free PCIe 3.0 x4 slot (also compatible with x1, x4, x8, x16) and either Windows 10, Windows 11, or Linux kernel 3.10 and higher.

Will this 10G card negotiate down to 1Gbps on my older Cat5e patch panel and switch?

Yes, the RJ45 port supports backward-compatible speeds of 10000, 5000, 2500, 1000, 100 and 10Mbps, so it will link at 1Gbps over existing Cat5e cabling.

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