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Intel

Intel X540-T2 Dual-Port 10GBase-T Network Card

SKU CH-5CKD-HHMT4

Dual-port 10GBase-T adapter with auto-negotiation for 100Mbps, 1Gbps and 10Gbps over RJ45 copper up to 100 metres

  • Speed100Mbps/1Gbps/10Gbps
  • Connectors2 x RJ45
  • InterfacePCI-Express
  • BUSPCIe 2.1 x8
  • DriversIntel® ixgbe driver for Windows 7–11, Windows Server 2008–20
  • Dimensions6.65 × 4.37 × 1.18 inches
  • Dual-port 10GbE throughput with auto-negotiation down to 1GbE
  • PCIe 2.1 x8 interface fits standard server slots
  • Two RJ45 ports support copper runs up to 100 metres
  • Broad OS driver coverage from Windows 7 to Server 2022
  • Low-profile and full-height brackets included for flexible mounting

Dual-Port 10GBase-T Adapter

The Intel X540-T2 is a dual-port 10GBase-T network card built for servers and workstations that need copper-based 10 GbE connectivity. It suits administrators who want to add high-speed networking without moving to fibre infrastructure.

PCIe 2.1 x8 Slot Requirement

The card installs in a PCIe 2.1 x8 slot and ships with both low-profile and high-profile brackets so it fits 1U and full-height chassis. Two RJ45 ports free the builder from sourcing separate transceivers and support cable runs up to 100 metres over standard Cat6a or better copper.

Sustained 10 GbE Throughput

Under continuous load the adapter maintains line-rate 10 Gbps across both ports thanks to the X540 controller and the Intel ixgbe driver stack supported from Windows 7 through 11, Windows Server 2008 through 2022, Linux and VMware ESXi. It is not for environments that require fibre media or speeds beyond 10 Gbps.

Highlights

  • Dual-port 10GbE throughput with auto-negotiation down to 1GbE
  • PCIe 2.1 x8 interface fits standard server slots
  • Two RJ45 ports support copper runs up to 100 metres
  • Broad OS driver coverage from Windows 7 to Server 2022
  • Low-profile and full-height brackets included for flexible mounting

Specifications

BrandIntel
ModelX540T2
Part NumberX540-T2
Speed100Mbps/1Gbps/10Gbps
Connectors2 x RJ45
InterfacePCI-Express
BUSPCIe 2.1 x8
DriversIntel® ixgbe driver for Windows 7–11, Windows Server 2008–2022, Linux, and VMware ESXi.
Dimensions6.65 × 4.37 × 1.18 inches
Weight0.75 lb
Package ContentsIntel X540T2 Dual-Port 10GBase-T Ethernet Adapter, Low-Profile and High-Profile

Questions about this item

Will the PCIe 2.1 x8 bus cap sustained 10 Gbps throughput?

The card runs at PCIe 2.1 x8, which delivers enough bandwidth for dual-port 10 Gbps traffic under sustained load.

How much heat and power does the adapter draw when running all day?

The adapter is a passive, dual-port 10GBase-T design rated for continuous operation in standard server airflow.

What cabling and switch ports do I already need for the two RJ45 ports?

You need Cat6a or better copper patch cables and a 10GBase-T switch with RJ45 ports for each connection.

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