StarTech.com
StarTech.com 1-Port 2.5GbE M.2 2280 Network Card
Boost your desktop's network performance with the StarTech.com 1-Port 2.5GbE M.2 Network Card. Featuring the Intel I225-V chipset, this card delivers rapid 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet speeds over standard twisted pair cables. Its M.2 2280 form factor ensures a compact installation, and it includes both low-profile and full-profile brackets for versatile mounting in desktop computers. This TAA-compliant adapter is an ideal solution for enhancing network connectivity and ensuring high-speed, reliable data transfers for demanding applications.
$115.55
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
808
/ 963
#808 in Network Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-89%
Below average
Host Interface
.2
/ M
Who it's for
- Ultra-Compact M.2 Form Factor
- Cost-Effective 2.5GbE Upgrade
- Reliable StarTech Compatibility
Who should skip it
- Specific M.2 Slot Requirement
- Potential Thermal Limitations
- Not Future-Proofed for 10GbE
Key Specs
Host Interface
M.2
Network Technology
2.5GBase-T
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
2.50 Gbit/s
Chipset Model
Intel I225-V
Form Factor
Plug-in Card (M.2 2280)
Media Type Supported
Twisted Pair
Weight (Approximate)
0.50 oz (14.175 grams)
Limited Warranty
2 Year
Features
- Achieve blazing-fast 2.5GbE network speeds
- High-performance Intel I225-V controller
- Compact M.2 2280 form factor
- Includes versatile mounting brackets
- TAA compliant for government use
- Upgrade desktop LAN connectivity
- Reliable high-speed data transfer
What customers say
This StarTech.com network card is highly valued for its specialized design, effectively solving connectivity bottlenecks in compact systems like NUCs. Customers overwhelmingly praise its M.2 2280 form factor, which enables seamless integration of 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet where traditional PCIe slots are absent. Performance is consistently strong, delivering near theoretical 2.5Gbps speeds ideal for demanding network tasks. The primary friction point involves slot compatibility; users must confirm they possess an A+E key M.2 slot, as M-key slots are incompatible. While performance is excellent for its niche, some users noted the card runs warm under sustained heavy load. Overall, it is considered an indispensable, high-quality component for space-constrained, high-speed upgrades.
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