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HP I226-V 2.5Gb PCIe 3.1 x1 network card

SKU CH-PYHN-2VW1S

Adds 2.5 Gbps Ethernet over a PCIe 3.1 x1 slot with Intel I226-V controller and auto-negotiation down to 10 Mbps

  • StandardsIEEE802.3
  • Connectors1 x RJ45
  • Windows VistaCertified for Windows Vista
  • FeaturesI226-RJ45-1, 2.5 gigabits_per_second, Windows 10/11, Linux K
  • Dimensions14.33in W x 12.83in H x 9.06in D
  • Weight0.2 pounds
  • 5 Gbps throughput via Intel I226-V controller
  • Auto-negotiation across 10, 100, 1000 and 2500 Mbps speeds
  • Works with Windows 10, 11, Linux 5.16.18, RHEL 8.6 and VMware ESXi 8.0
  • Fits PCIe 3.1 x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots with gold-plated edge connector
  • Runs on existing Cat5e cabling, no Cat6 required

2.5Gb PCIe Network Card for Desktops

This HP network card adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port to a desktop PC through a PCIe 3.1 x1 slot. It uses the Intel I226-V controller and a single RJ45 connector. The card auto-negotiates at 10, 100, 1000 and 2500 Mbps and works with Cat5e cabling. Driver installation is required before use.

Who This Suits and Who It Does Not

Builders upgrading a desktop with an open PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slot and running Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux kernel 5.16.18, RHEL 8.6 or VMware ESXi 8.0 will gain 2.5 GbE connectivity. Buyers needing multiple ports, fibre interfaces, Wi-Fi capability or support for operating systems not listed should look at other solutions.

Intel I226-V Controller and PCIe 3.1 x1 Interface

The Intel I226-V chip provides the 2.5GBASE-T PHY and MAC functions on a PCIe 3.1 x1 electrical interface. Gold-plated edge contacts ensure reliable insertion into x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots. This combination of controller and bus width is the decisive factor for compatibility and throughput.

Highlights

  • 5 Gbps throughput via Intel I226-V controller
  • Auto-negotiation across 10, 100, 1000 and 2500 Mbps speeds
  • Works with Windows 10, 11, Linux 5.16.18, RHEL 8.6 and VMware ESXi 8.0
  • Fits PCIe 3.1 x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots with gold-plated edge connector
  • Runs on existing Cat5e cabling, no Cat6 required

Specifications

BrandHP
StandardsIEEE802.3
Connectors1 x RJ45
Windows VistaCertified for Windows Vista
FeaturesI226-RJ45-1, 2.5 gigabits_per_second, Windows 10/11, Linux Kernel 5.16.18/RHEL8.6, VMware ESXi8.0, 1 year warranty
Dimensions14.33in W x 12.83in H x 9.06in D
Weight0.2 pounds
Disclaimernot_applicable, 1 year warranty

Questions about this item

What motherboard slot is required for the HP I226-V card?

The card fits a PCIe 3.1 x1 slot and also works in x4, x8 or x16 slots.

Will the card negotiate down to 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps on an older switch?

Yes, the RJ45 port auto-negotiates at 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps.

How can I confirm the card is running at 2.5 Gbps after installing the driver?

Check the link speed in the OS network adapter properties or the switch port status; it should show 2.5 Gbps when connected to a 2.5G-capable port with Cat5e or better cable.

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