StarTech.com 2-Port GbE SFP Network Card PCIe 2.0 x1 Intel I350-AM2 2x 1GbE Controller 1000BASE Copper/Fiber Optic Dual-Port Gigabit Ethernet NIC Desktop/Server Backplanes - Windows and Linux Compatible

Add two fiber/copper GbE SFP transceivers or Direct Attach Cables to a workstation or server<br/><br/>Add up to two 1GbE SFP modules to a PCI Express (PCIe) 2.0 x1 (or higher) slot in an IT Administrator workstation or server backplane using this 2-Port SFP Network Controller.<br/><br/>High Performance Intel Chipset<br/><br/>The network controller features an Intel I350 chip known for its reliability and high-performance capabilities offering low-latency and low CPU utilization ensuring smooth and efficient network data transfer which is critical for business applications and services. Support for VMDq SR-IOV and Intel VT-c technologies allow for enhanced virtual machine performance reduced CPU overhead and improved network virtualization capabilities. The PCIe network card supports PXE boot enabling centralized operating system deployment and updates. It also features 9K jumbo frame support reducing packet overhead for improved data transmission efficiency. VLAN tagging support allows