StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant

StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant

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Description

Add a 5 Gbps Ethernet Port to a PCI Express-enabled computerThis TAA-compliant 5G Gigabit Ethernet card with Realtek RTL8126 chip adds a gigabit Ethernet interface to a desktop or server. 2.5G and 5G speeds maximize Cat5e infrastructure, providing multi-Gig performance without cabling upgrades.Plug And Play CompatibleThis 1-port network interface card is plug-and-play compatible, with drivers that auto-install on major operating systems such as Windows, Windows Server, and Linux. It is compatible with Intel and AMD hardware platforms equipped with PCI Express x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16 slots.Performance and ManagementThis network card features link speed and activity LED indicators for visual network speed verification and issue diagnosis.This PCIe network adapter supports 9K jumbo frames to minimize packet overhead, Wake-on-LAN (WoL) for remote system booting, auto-negotiation between 10/100M/2.5G/5G, and VLANs for streamlined network management. This network card supports virtually any environment, accommodating both the latest and slower legacy network connections. Futureproof your devices by ensuring your system is ready as more devices become 5G compatible.Universal FitThe PCI Express NIC includes full-height (pre-installed) and low-profile (accessory in the box) brackets for installation in compact and standard desktops or servers.The StarTech.com Advantage

Specifications

Connectivity technology Wired
Host interface PCI Express
Interface Ethernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
Maximum data transfer rate 5000 Mbit/s
Networking standards IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1Qav, IEEE 802.1ad, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Ethernet LAN Yes
Ethernet interface type 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000,2500,5000 Mbit/s
Wake-on-LAN ready Yes
Auto MDIX IEEE Yes
Jumbo frames support Yes
Jumbo frames 9000
Component for PC/Server
Product colour Black, Silver
Internal Yes
Chipset Realtek RTL8126
LED indicators Speed, Status
Windows operating systems supported Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64
Linux operating systems supported Yes
Server operating systems supported Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022
Operating temperature (T-T) 5 - 65 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -30 - 90 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 80%
Width 120 mm
Depth 72 mm
Height 18 mm
Weight 40.5 g
Package width 142 mm
Package depth 170 mm
Package height 30 mm
Package weight 103.9 g
Mounting brackets included Yes
Quick installation guide Yes
Compliance certificates CE, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), RoHS
Master (outer) case width 685 mm
Master (outer) case length 345 mm
Master (outer) case height 306 mm
Products per master (outer) case 75 pc(s)

Full specifications

Marque StarTech.com
Référence fabricant pr15grnetworkcard
EAN 0065030911337

The StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant in its market context in 2026

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StarTech.com: what this model offers

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The strengths that really make a difference

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Market price ranges in 2026

RangeIndicative price
Entry-levelUnder 384300 £
Mid-range384300 £ to 896710 £
High-endOver 896710 £

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Frequently asked questions about StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant

Is there a refurbished version of the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant?

Refurbished versions of the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant may be available from certain Compiral partner retailers. These refurbished products allow you to save between 20% and 40% compared to the new price while still benefiting from a warranty. Check availability in our offers table and review the warranty conditions offered by the retailer.

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Prices for the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant typically drop during Black Friday (November), the January sales and the summer sales (July). Promotional deals are also common around Cyber Monday and the holiday season. Our price history lets you spot trends and assess whether a price drop is likely soon in the Informatique category.

Is delivery free for the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant at all retailers?

Free delivery is not guaranteed for the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant at every retailer. Some include it in their price, others charge separately. On Compiral, use the free delivery filter to display only offers with free postage. The total price shown in our table always includes delivery costs for a true cost comparison.

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You have a 14-day right of withdrawal for any online purchase, applicable to the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant regardless of the retailer. Precise return conditions vary by retailer: check their returns policy before buying. Statutory consumer rights protect you in the event of a defect discovered after delivery.

Is the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant worth its price in 2026?

In 2026, the StarTech.com 1-Port 5G Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter Card, 5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M PCI Express LAN Card, Realtek RTL8126, Windows and Linux, TAA Compliant is listed from £48.41 at our partner retailers. This price is consistent with the positioning of StarTech.com in the Informatique category. To judge whether this price is currently attractive, check the price history on our product page. Also compare the total price including delivery to avoid any surprises at checkout.

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