{"product_id":"tp-link-tx201-2-5-gigabit-pcie-network-adapter","title":"TP-Link TX201 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link TX201 is a 2.5 Gigabit PCIe network adapter that upgrades desktop and workstation connections from standard Gigabit speeds to 2.5 Gbps, making it ideal for local file transfers, media workflows, and bandwidth-intensive office tasks. It works with budget CAT5e cables, supports both full-height and low-profile brackets, and is backward compatible with existing Gigabit and Fast Ethernet equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 Gbps over standard Gigabit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Delivers up to 2.5 billion bits per second—2.5× faster than 1 Gbps Ethernet—over the same CAT5e or CAT6 cables you may already have in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo bracket options included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ships with both standard and low-profile brackets, so it fits full-size towers and compact mini cases without modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackward compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Automatically negotiates down to Gigabit and Fast Ethernet speeds when connected to older switches or devices, with no configuration needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide OS support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works on Windows 7 through 11, Windows Server 2008 R2 through 2022, and Linux systems.\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%;\"\u003eMax speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5 Gbps\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;\"\u003ePCIe 2.1 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%;\"\u003ePort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1× RJ45\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%;\"\u003eBrackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard and low-profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ PCIe 2.1 x4 slot required. Works in any desktop or workstation with an open PCIe slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Requires RJ45 Gigabit\/Megabit network port on your switch or router to reach 2.5 Gbps speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Will operate at 1 Gbps or 100 Mbps if connected to older switches or network equipment, automatically negotiating the highest available speed.\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\u003eLocal area network upgrades where a central storage server feeds multiple workstations over 2.5 Gbps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedia production and large file workflows that benefit from faster inter-machine transfers within the same office or home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesktop builders with compact cases who need a network adapter that fits without external modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternet speed upgrades above 1 Gbps, since most ISPs deliver under 2.5 Gbps to residential connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServers or switches that lack 2.5GBase-T ports—it will fall back to 1 Gbps, negating its speed advantage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaptops or systems without a PCIe slot, as this is an internal card adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.5 Gigabit Ethernet reaches blazing-fast data rates up to 2.5 billion bits per second—2.5× faster than standard Gigabit Ethernet. For bandwidth-intensive tasks, whether local data transfer or Internet access, the TX201 is up to the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor local connections, a 2.5G PCIe adapter helps build a lightning fast transport channel between a central storage device and other working machines in your local network. Local data transmissions will be a breeze for you as you handle bandwidth-intensive tasks easily at your home or office.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou don't need a costly fiber cable network to reach speeds up to 2.5 Gbps. A low-cost CAT5e Ethernet cable will do the trick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith extreme speed and ultra-low latency, 2.5GBase-T is backwards compatible with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, automatically negotiating between higher and lower speed connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the standard bracket, a low-profile bracket is provided for mini tower computer cases. Customized options give you the flexibility to find a bracket that perfectly fits your board design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFully compatible with Windows 11\/10\/8.1\/8\/7, Windows Servers 2022\/2019\/2016\/2012 R2\/2012\/2008 R2, Linux.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\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%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTP-Link\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 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3bz, 802.3an, 802.3az, 802.3x\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%;\"\u003eThroughput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps (full-duplex); 200 Mbps, 2 Gbps (full-duplex mode)\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%;\"\u003eNetwork media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5GBASE-T \/ 1000BASE-T \/ 100BASE-TX\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%;\"\u003eFlow control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e802.3x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorts \u0026amp; power\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%;\"\u003ePorts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1× RJ45 Gigabit\/Megabit, 1× PCIe 2.1 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%;\"\u003eLEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5\/1 Gbps and 100 Mbps Link\/Act\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical\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%;\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCIe 2.1 x4 slot with standard and low-profile bracket options\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e120.8 × 98.2 × 21.5 mm (4.8 × 3.9 × 0.8 in)\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%;\"\u003eOperating temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0–40°C (32–104°F)\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%;\"\u003eOperating humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10–90% non-condensing\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%;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFCC, CE, RoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\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%;\"\u003eOperating systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWindows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; 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