StarTech PCI Express 10 Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Network Card

The PEX10000SFP 10 Gigabit Fiber Network Card is a cost-effective solution that delivers fast and reliable 10 Gbps network access at longer distances than copper-based networks. Using the SFP+ transceiver of your choice, you can connect your PCI Express-based server or workstation directly to your 10G fiber optic network.

• Faster networking with up to 10Gbps over fiber optic cabling
• Broad SFP+ compatibility and compliant with most 10 Gigabit SFP+ modules (10GBASE-LR/SR/LRM)
• Lower power consumption (4.12W max) than most comparable cards, with an energy-efficient chipset
• Virtualization (VMWare ESXi 5.0/5.1 and Microsoft Hyper-V) and iSCSI support
• Compliant with IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-LR/SR only) and IEEE 802.3aq (10GBASE-LRM)
• Up to 16K Jumbo Frame support
• Supports 802.3ad (Link Aggregation) and 802.1Q (VLAN Tagging)
• Compliant with PCI Express Rev 2.0 specification, using PCIe x4 (or higher) slot
• Supports Checksum Offload (IP, TCP, UDP) and Large Send Offload
• Supports PCI Message Signaled Interrupt (MSI)
• Configured with standard-profile bracket, low-profile/half-height bracket included, ideal for installation in
• 1U server and rackmount applications

Faster Networking Speed
With the rising strain on network resources due to large file transfers, multimedia content and an increase in network users, more bandwidth is often required at various levels of your networking infrastructure. With up to 10 Gbps bandwidth, this fiber NIC lets you transfer more data at faster speeds and is an ideal low-cost addition to your server or high-powered workstation.

Greater Flexibility & Distance
The PEX10000SFP adapts to your network fiber connection and distance requirements to offer flexible configuration via an open SFP+ slot and is compatible with most 10GbE SFP+ transceivers. With broad SFP+ compatibility this cost-effective fiber card lets you use your preferred SFP+ module, giving you more options to connect your computer directly to a fiber network at greater distances.

Superior Power Efficiency
For improved operating efficiency, the PEX10000SFP features an energy-efficient Tehuti TN4010 chipset that offers significantly reduced power consumption versus most comparable cards, including the Intel 82599 chipset cards. Superior power efficiency also helps minimize heat generated by the card, in turn avoiding an increase in the operating temperature within your server case.

Power Consumption Benchmark
This versatile 10 Gbps network card offers 16K Jumbo Frame and 802.1q VLAN tagging support, as well as compatibility with VMWare ESXi 5.0/5.1, Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization software and iSCSI support to combine LAN and SAN functions. Backed by a StarTech 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Advantage
• Scale your network performance to meet increased demand, with 10 Gbps speed over greater distances than standard copper networks
• Adapt to your network configuration using the 10GbE fiber transceiver module of your choice, through an open SFP+ slot
• Reduce power consumption and costs, with an energy-efficient and cost-effective chipset

Applications
• Transmit full 10-Gigabit network speeds to a remote terminal over longer distances than copper cabling
• Add 10Gbps network connectivity to file or application servers and high-performance workstations
• Ideal for secure setups - a direct fiber connection means no electronic interference, which can be a problem with RJ45 network cards
• Upgrade your onboard network adapter or existing SFP to 10 Gigabit SFP+, for faster communication
• Create a video / audio editing console with 10 Gbps access to network storage
• Perfect for remote embedded industrial monitoring systems and high-speed video surveillance