Product ID: ST1000SPEX42
The ST1000SPEX42 4-port Ethernet Card is an IEEE 802.3/u/ab standards compliant PCIe network adapter, which adds connections to up to four separate high-speed Gigabit networks from a single desktop client, server or workstation.
Suitable for any PCI Express (x4) enabled computer, this Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter Card offers a practical, cost-effective resource for business, corporate or government environments, with support for high performance 4-channel networking and maximum throughput up to 1000Mbps in each direction (2000 Mbps total) - up to ten times faster than 10/100 Ethernet.
Compatible with a broad range of operating systems, this versatile PCIe Gigabit NIC is suitable for many SMB and Enterprise applications such as virtualized environments that require multiple NICs (check your VM software for chipset compatibility).
The ST1000SPEX42 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year hardware warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x4 |
4 - External Ports | RJ-45 | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F) | |
Humidity | 5~95% RH | |
Hardware | Ports | 4 |
Interface | RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | |
Bus Type | PCI Express | |
Card Type | Standard Profile | |
Industry Standards | Compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab | |
Chipset ID | Realtek - RTL8111E PLX - PEX8608 |
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Indicators | 4 - LED Indicators | Yellow - Activity LED |
Green - Link LED | ||
Packaging Information | Package Height | 38.0 mm [1.5 in] |
Package Length | 14.3 cm [5.6 in] | |
Package Width | 21.0 cm [8.3 in] | |
Package Quantity | 1 | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 212.0 g [7.5 oz] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 1000Mbps |
Buffer Size | 48 KB | |
Compatible Networks | 10/100/1000 Mbps | |
Auto MDIX | Yes | |
Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
Physical Characteristics | Product Length | 12.8 cm [5.0 in] |
Product Width | 10.2 cm [4.0 in] | |
Product Height | 16.0 mm [0.6 in] | |
Weight of Product | 100.0 g [3.5 oz] | |
Power | Power Consumption (In Watts) | PCIe: +3.3V @ 1A maximum |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 10 (32/64), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista (32/64), XP (32/64), 2000 Windows Server® 2012, 2008 R2, 2003 Mac OS® 10.4 and up (Tested up to 10.10) Linux 2.4.x and later (Tested up to 3.5) |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available PCI Express x4 slot |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | 4 Port PCI Express Network Card |
Driver CD | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
When you troubleshoot issues with a network adapter, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
To test your setup components, try the following:
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
When you test the Ethernet cables, network devices, and computer system, it is recommended that you do the following:
Sometimes an on-board network interface card (NIC) conflicts with a new NIC. In these cases it is best to disable the on-board NIC.
The best way to disable your on-board NIC is to go into your BIOS and disable it there if possible. To do this, consult your motherboard manual.
You can also disable any NIC in Windows. Here is how you do this:
First click Start, or, in Windows 10 and 8, hold down the Windows key and press X. Then click Control Panel.
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If you are experiencing speed or connectivity issues, it is best to set a specific speed at half or full duplex in your settings. You can set your network adapter to perform at a certain speed, but the device that the adapter is connected to (whether it is a router, switch, or computer) must also be able to perform at the same speed.
Note: You must log in as the local administrator before you continue.
To open Device Manager:
StarTech.com does not support a Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) as this requires third-party software. However, our devices can be used as long as the following conditions are met:
The drivers on our website include a Realtek Diagnostic Toolkit that you can use to easily set up a VLAN tag.
Make sure that you are logged in as the local administrator before continuing.
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
To confirm that Windows detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your expansion card, complete the following:
Your expansion card is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your expansion card, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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