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Vszerda 2.5G PCIe network card with single RJ45 port and gold edge connector

Vszerda

Vszerda 2.5G PCIe Network Card I226-V Chip

SKU CH-QRKC-TP2FV

Adds 2.5 GbE RJ45 to a desktop via PCIe with Intel I226-V chip, Windows 10/11 only

  • 5 Gbps wired speed for faster file transfers and low-latency gaming
  • Intel I226-V chip with shared I225 driver stack for simple Windows 10/11 setup
  • Fits PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots so it works in almost any desktop
  • IEEE 802.3bz and 802.3az standards for efficient 2.5GBASE-T operation and Energy Efficient Ethernet
  • Dual LEDs show link status and live data activity at a glance

Desktop 2.5 GbE Upgrade

This Vszerda PCIe network card adds a single 2.5 GbE RJ45 port to a desktop computer. It uses the Intel I226-V controller and fits any PCIe x16, x8, x4 or x1 slot. Driver support is limited to Windows 10 and Windows 11, so other operating systems cannot use the adapter.

Compact Low-Profile Build

The card measures 12 by 8 by 5.8 centimetres and operates from 0 to 40 °C with 10 to 90 % non-condensing humidity. Two LEDs show link status and data activity at a glance. The standard-height bracket suits typical tower cases, while the single port keeps cabling simple.

Replaces 1 GbE Onboard NICs

The adapter upgrades systems stuck at 1 Gbps by enabling 2.5 Gbps over existing Cat 5e or better wiring. It is not for servers needing multi-port redundancy, teams requiring Linux or BSD support, or builders who must run at 10 Gbps speeds.

Highlights

  • 5 Gbps wired speed for faster file transfers and low-latency gaming
  • Intel I226-V chip with shared I225 driver stack for simple Windows 10/11 setup
  • Fits PCIe x1, x4, x8 or x16 slots so it works in almost any desktop
  • IEEE 802.3bz and 802.3az standards for efficient 2.5GBASE-T operation and Energy Efficient Ethernet
  • Dual LEDs show link status and live data activity at a glance

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What maximum speed does the 2.5Gbase-T RJ45 interface on this card actually reach?

The RJ45 port negotiates up to 2500 Mbps, so the practical ceiling is 2.5 Gbps when connected to a 2.5G switch or router.

Which PCIe slot sizes will accept this 12 by 8 by 5.8 cm adapter?

It fits any PCIE 16X, 8X, 4X or 1X slot because the edge connector is x1 electrically and the bracket aligns with standard full-height brackets.

How do you install the driver on Windows 10 or 11 without the I225/I226 driver conflict?

Insert the card, let Windows install the generic Intel driver, then run the Intel I226 driver package to replace it — skipping the generic step causes the yellow-bang error.

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