{"product_id":"asus-xg-c100f-10g-sfp-pcie-network-adapter","title":"ASUS XG-C100F 10G SFP+ PCIe Network Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ASUS XG-C100F 10G SFP+ PCIe Network Adapter brings 10Gbps networking to desktop PCs via a standard PCIe slot, supporting both fiber-optic and direct-attach copper connections. It suits power users, small businesses and data-center operators who need high-bandwidth, long-distance connectivity that standard gigabit Ethernet cannot deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10Gbps over fiber or DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — The SFP+ port supports both fiber-optic and direct-attach copper cables, giving flexibility in how the connection is run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe 2.0\/3.0 x4 slot compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — It fits into any PCI Express 2.0 or 3.0 x4 slot, making it straightforward to add to most modern desktop systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in QoS prioritization\u003c\/strong\u003e — Quality-of-Service technology automatically directs bandwidth to the most important applications, whether that is file transfers, 4K streaming or online gaming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum heatsink for sustained loads\u003c\/strong\u003e — A passive aluminum heatsink manages heat during continuous high-throughput use without requiring a fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile bracket included\u003c\/strong\u003e — An interchangeable low-profile bracket is included, so it can be fitted into compact or small-form-factor cases as well as full-size towers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eThroughput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSFP+ 10 Gigabit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCI Express 2.0\/3.0 x4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3ae 10GBASE-LR\/SR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDimensions (WxDxH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e11.33 x 12.05 x 2.159 cm (without bezel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.11 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits PCI Express 2.0 or 3.0 x4 slots (and wider x8\/x16 slots that accept x4 cards).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with fiber-optic SFP+ transceivers (IEEE 802.3ae 10GBASE-LR and 10GBASE-SR).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with direct-attach copper (DAC) cables via the SFP+ cage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports IEEE 802.1p Priority Queuing and IEEE 802.1q VLAN Tagging for managed network environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: SFP+ transceivers and DAC cables are not included; these must be sourced separately and matched to your switch or router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Does not include an RJ-45 copper port — standard Cat5e\/Cat6 patch cables cannot be used directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-volume file transfers\u003c\/b\u003e — 10Gbps throughput moves large files significantly faster than a standard 1Gbps connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e4K streaming and low-latency gaming\u003c\/b\u003e — built-in QoS ensures bandwidth is directed to time-sensitive traffic automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFiber-optic runs over longer distances\u003c\/b\u003e — 10GBASE-LR support allows high-bandwidth links that copper RJ-45 solutions cannot match in reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmall offices and data centers\u003c\/b\u003e — VLAN tagging and priority queuing make it suitable for structured, managed network deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact builds\u003c\/b\u003e — the included low-profile bracket means it is not limited to full-height cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRJ-45 copper users\u003c\/b\u003e — there is no standard copper Ethernet port; anyone needing to plug in a Cat5e\/Cat6 cable needs a different card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHot environments\u003c\/b\u003e — the operating temperature ceiling is 40 °C; environments regularly above that require additional cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuyers wanting a long warranty\u003c\/b\u003e — coverage is 2 years, which is shorter than some competing NICs that offer 3 years or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSystems without a free PCIe x4 slot\u003c\/b\u003e — it requires a PCI Express 2.0 or 3.0 x4 (or wider) slot; systems with only x1 slots cannot use it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eASUS XG-C100F enables up to hyper-fast 10Gbps networking, over fiber-optic or DAC cables. Just slide it into a PCI Express® 2.0\/3.0 x4 slot to enjoy SPF+ connections that are up to 10X faster than gigabit Ethernet — perfect for large file transfers, 4K streaming and low-latency gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHyper-Fast 10Gbps Networking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eASUS XG-C100F enables up to hyper-fast 10Gbps networking, over fiber-optic or DAC cables. Just slide it into a PCI Express® 2.0\/3.0 x4 slot to enjoy SPF+ connections that are up to 10X faster than gigabit Ethernet — perfect for large file transfers, 4K streaming and low-latency gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard PCI-E Bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e With inter-changeable low-profile bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSFP+ Cage\u003c\/strong\u003e Fiber optic and direct-attach copper connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStylish Aluminum Heatsink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCI-E 3.0 x 4\u003c\/strong\u003e Faster transfer speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGo Further with Fiber Optics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eXG-C100F is compatible the latest fiber-optic networking technology. This enables high-speed, high-bandwidth transmissions to travel distances that are far greater than possible over traditional RJ-45 type copper transmission- Ideal for power users, small enterprise and data center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStylish Cooling Heatsink\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn efficient aluminum heatsink keeps XG-C100F cool during high-performance applications, and adds a touch of style that elevates the card's outlook above the network-interface-card crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrioritize performance, automatically\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Quality-of-Service (QoS) technology automatically prioritizes bandwidth for your most important applications. Whether you're transferring loads of files, streaming 4K media or engaging in online gaming, it's easy to configure XG-C100F to ensure the important packets get through swiftly and smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eASUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eXG-C100F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetworking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSFP+ 10 Gigabit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3ae 10GBASE-LR\/SR; 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