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TRENDnet 2.5GBase-T PCIe network adapter with standard and low-profile brackets

TRENDnet

TRENDnet TEG-25GECTX 2.5GBase-T PCIe network connector with standard and low-profile brackets

SKU CH-TD28-CHVBQ

Adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port via PCIe with standard and low-profile brackets included

  • Adds 2.5G Ethernet to a desktop via PCIe slot
  • Supports 2.5G, 1G and 100M speeds on Cat5e up to 328 ft
  • Includes standard and low-profile brackets for flexible fit
  • 9KB jumbo frames boost throughput for large transfers
  • Works with Windows, Windows Server and Linux

2.5GBase-T PCIe Network Adapter

The TRENDnet TEG-25GECTX adds a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port to a desktop PC through a PCIe slot. It supports 2.5G, 1G and 100 Mbps speeds over standard Cat5e cable up to 328 ft. Both standard and low-profile brackets are included for flexible installation.

Passive cooling and low power draw

The card uses a passive heatsink with no moving parts, so it runs silently in normal desktop use. Power consumption is minimal, drawing only what the PCIe slot provides without extra connectors. IEEE 802.3ab and 802.3bz compliance ensures stable operation at each supported speed.

Sustained throughput with jumbo frames

Under continuous load the adapter maintains line-rate performance by using 9KB jumbo frames to reduce CPU overhead. VLAN tagging to 802.1Q keeps traffic segmented during long transfers. Linux and Windows Server support makes it suitable for always-on file or backup workloads.

Highlights

  • Adds 2.5G Ethernet to a desktop via PCIe slot
  • Supports 2.5G, 1G and 100M speeds on Cat5e up to 328 ft
  • Includes standard and low-profile brackets for flexible fit
  • 9KB jumbo frames boost throughput for large transfers
  • Works with Windows, Windows Server and Linux

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I install the TEG-25GECTX in a low-profile chassis?

Insert the card into an open PCIe slot, then swap the standard bracket for the included low-profile bracket before securing it to the case.

What part of the adapter is most likely to need replacement over time?

The Cat5e patch cable will wear out before the card; swap it if link errors appear after years of use.

What limits sustained throughput on this 2.5GBase-T adapter?

The PCIe lane width and the 9KB jumbo-frame ceiling cap real-world throughput under continuous load.

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