2-Port 10G Fiber Network Card with Open SFP+ - PCIe, Intel Chip
Add two 10 Gigabit Fiber Ethernet ports (10 Gbps per port) to your server or workstation - using the SFP+ transceiver of your choice
Product ID: PEX20000SFPI
- Add two 10GbE SPF+ slots to server or workstation for fast, high bandwidth connectivity
- Intel 82599 chipset with Intel® Virtualization Technology for connectivity
- Up to 20Gbps (full duplex) bandwidth per port
- PXE network boot support
- Compliant with IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-LR/SR only) and IEEE 802.3aq (10GBASE-LRM)
- Compliant with PCI Express Rev 2.0 specification, using PCIe x8 (or higher) slot
- Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
- Support for 802.3ad Link Aggregation
- Up to 15K jumbo frame support
- Dual profile (LP bracket included)
Overview
Get fast, high-bandwidth connectivity with this cost-effective fiber network card. It adds two open SFP+ slots to your server or high-powered workstation, giving you an easy way to connect your server or workstation to a 10 Gigabit fiber network using the SFP+ modules of your choice.
Transfer files at faster speeds
Large file transfers, multimedia content and increased numbers of network users create constant pressures for more bandwidth in your network infrastructure. This fiber NIC lets you harness the speed and stability of a 10 Gigabit network. The NIC supports data transfers at up to 10Gbps per port, or up to 20Gbps per port in full-duplex mode.
Add scalable network connections to your server or workstation
The fiber NIC is compatible with most 10GbE SFP+ transceivers, giving you flexible configuration options to connect your computer directly to a fiber network at greater distances.
The card features two open SFP+ slots with support for interchangeable SFP+ modules, including the StarTech.com 10GBase-SR SFP+ Fiber Transceiver Module (SKU: SFP10GSRST). This gives you the option to use the modules that best suit your network needs based on distance and connector type. StarTech.com provide a dependable solution for linking telecom and data communications equipment, such as routers and switches.
Enhance your network capabilities
The 10 Gigabit network card features the Intel® 82599 chipset, designed to deliver the power, performance and enhanced capabilities you need for reliable network connections to your server or computer. The Intel chip offers many advanced features including Intel® Virtualization Technology for connectivity, PXE network boot support and up to 15K jumbo frame support.
The PEX20000SFPI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
Add 10Gbps network connectivity to file or application servers and high-performance workstations
Transmit full 10 Gigabit network speeds to a remote terminal over longer distances than copper cabling
Supports secure setups - a direct fiber connection means no electronic interference, which can be a problem with RJ45 network cards
Upgrade your onboard network adapter to 10 Gigabit SFP+, for faster communication
Create a video / audio editing console with 10Gbps access to network storage
Ideal for remote embedded industrial monitoring systems, and high-speed video surveillance
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Micro Netherlands | 3016732 | |
| Tech Data - Netherlands | 4631422 | |
| UPC Code | 065030860604 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Bus Type | PCI Express | |
| Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) | |
| Chipset ID | Intel - 82599 | |
| Industry Standards | IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-LR/SR only), IEEE 802.3aq (10GBASE-LRM) PCI Express Rev 2.0, using PCIe x8 (or higher) slot |
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| Interface | Fiber (10 Gigabit Ethernet) | |
| Ports | 2 | |
| Performance | ||
| Compatible Networks | 10 Gbps | |
| Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 15K max. | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 20000 Mbps (20 Gbps) - Full-Duplex | |
| Promiscuous Mode | Yes | |
| Supported Protocols | IEEE 802.3ad (Link Aggregation) IEEE 802.3x (2005 Flow Control Support) IEEE 802.1Q (VLAN tagging) |
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| Connector(s) | ||
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - PCI Express x8 Male | |
| Internal Ports | 2 - SFP+ Slot Female | |
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016 Linux 2.6.24 to 4.11.x LTS Versions only |
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| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 20% ~ 80% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Color | Black | |
| Product Height | 120 mm [4.7 in] | |
| Product Length | 135 mm [5.3 in] | |
| Product Weight | 102 g [3.6 oz] | |
| Product Width | 18 mm [0.7 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 178 g [6.3 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - PCIe 10GBase Fiber Card | |
| 1 - Low-profile bracket | ||
| 1 - Quick install guide | ||
Compatibility
Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016
Linux 2.6.24 to 4.11.x LTS Versions only
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Driver(s):
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[Intel] Windows Network Card.zip
Version: 23.2 - Windows_Release_Notes.txt
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[Intel x550 82599] Linux Network Driver.zip
Version: 5.3.6 - Linux_Release_Notes.txt
Manual(s):
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- PEX20000SFPI_Datasheet.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Buy
Different optical cables are needed for different applications. Before you select a cable to interconnect fiber devices, make sure that the following things match:
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Mode: Single Mode or Multi Mode.
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Wavelength: For example, 850 nm, 1310 nm, or 1550 nm.
Note: The above properties cannot be converted or changed by a cable.
When you select a cable, make sure that the cable ends (for example, LC, SC, ST, or MT) match the fiber media devices.
Simplex and duplex ends are available for most connector types. Simplex cables have the connectors separate, where duplex cables have the transmit (TX) and receive (RX) connectors joined together.
It does not matter which diameter or OM classification the cable uses, as long as it meets the mode requirement.
When you use fiber devices and cables, make sure that the same fiber standards are being used on either end of the fiber network.
Installation
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:
- Download the latest drivers from the StarTech.com website (http://www.startech.com/Support). You can find the part number and product ID on the product’s packaging.
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).
- Once the download is complete, right-click the zip folder that you downloaded, select Extract All, and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Open the appropriate folder for your operating system.
- Right-click on either Windows 32bit.exe or Windows 64bit.exe as appropriate for your operating system.
- Click Run as Administrator.
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.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the device drivers and restart the computer when prompted.
- Your computer will automatically complete the driver installation and your device should be ready to use.
Troubleshooting
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:
- Ethernet cables
- Network devices
- Computer system
To test your setup components, try the following:
- Use the Ethernet cables, network devices, and computer system in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
- Use different Ethernet cables, network devices, and a different computer system in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test your cables, it is recommended that you do the following:
- Test each cable individually.
- Use short cables when you are testing.
When you test the Ethernet cables, network devices, and computer system, it is recommended that you do the following:
- In Device Manager, check under Network Adapters. To open Device Manager, press the Windows key + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter.
- If you are using a USB network adapter and you do not see the network adapter listed in Device Manager, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#usb-cannot-detect-windows.
- If you are using a PCI/PCIe network adapter and you do not see the network adapter listed in Device Manager, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#pci-pcie-cannot-boot-os-or-detect-windows.
- If you are using a CardBus/ExpressCard adapter and you do not see the network adapter listed in Device Manager, refer to the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=expansion-cards#cb-ec-cannot-detect-windows.
- If the device is listed with an error, follow the instructions on the product page to reinstall the drivers.
- Check to see if your network devices (for example, a network switch, router, and so on) use compatible protocols (for example, 10/100, Gigabit, and so on).
- Make sure that the link LEDs on the adapter are illuminated when it is plugged into a network device. If the link LEDs are illuminated, it means that a good electrical connection exists between the devices.
- If you use a wall jack with an Ethernet cable, make sure that the jack is patched in properly.
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