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SYBA MULTIMEDIA 4 Port Gigabit Ethernet PCI-e X1 Network Interface Card (SI-PEX24042)
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Brand | IO CREST |
Hardware Interface | Ethernet |
Color | multicolor |
Compatible Devices | Desktop |
Product Dimensions | 4.75"L x 0.75"W x 6.88"H |
Data Link Protocol | IEEE 802.3 |
Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gigabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
About this item
- It also supports an auxiliary power auto-detect function
- Will auto-configure related bits of the PCI power management registers in PCI configuration space
- It is perfect for converting the PCI-Express interface into four Gigabit Ethernet Ports.
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Easy to install | 4.2 | — | — | 4.7 | — | 5.0 |
Value for money | 4.0 | — | — | 3.6 | — | 5.0 |
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data transfer rate | 1 gigabits per second | 2.5 gigabits per second | 1000 megabits per second | 1000 megabytes per second | 1000 megabytes per second | 1000 megabits per second |
data link protocol | IEEE 802.3 | Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet Associate | Gigabit Ethernet, Ethernet | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ab, Gigabit Ethernet | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az-2010,IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, Full Duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x) | Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
hardware interface | ethernet | ethernet, pci | ethernet | pci express 3.0 | ethernet, pci x 1 | pci express x4, pci x 4 |
operating system | — | Linux | Mac | Linux,FreeBSD /Server 2003/ Win 7/ Win 8/ Win 8.1/ Server 2012 / Server 2016 / Win10 32 / 64bit | Windows/Mac OS/Linux | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, Windows Server 2003 / 2008 /2008 R2 / 2012 /2012 R2 /2016 R2, FreeBSD,, Linux Stable Kernel version 2.4.x / 2.6.x / 3.x / 4.x, Linux SLES 10 / 11, VMware ESX |
weight | 0.3 pounds | — | 0.2 pounds | — | — | 185 grams |
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Product Dimensions | 6.88 x 4.75 x 0.75 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
ASIN | B01HH6WETO |
Item model number | SI-PEX24042 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #175 in Internal Computer Networking Cards |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 23, 2016 |
Manufacturer | SYBA MULTIMEDIA, Inc. |
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This PCI-Express RTL 8111 four Gigabit Ethernet controller card is a High performance 10/10/1000 BASE-T Ethernet LAN controller, that supports the PCI Express 1.1 buss interface for host communications with power management, and is Compliant with IEEE 802.3 ab specification for 1000 Mbps Ethernet.
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Customers like the value of the network interface controller adapter. They say it is excellent value for a dual port NIC. Customers also like the ease of installation. However, some customers have mixed opinions on performance, quality, compatibility, and connectivity.
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Customers find the installation process of the network interface controller adapter to be simple. They mention that it's plug-and-play with no drivers needed on Ubuntu and Arch, and easy to configure in firewall setup. Some say that the overall process is user-friendly, with the drivers installing automatically. Overall, most are happy with the ease of installation and recommend it to others.
"...While the overall process is user-friendly, clear instructions could enhance the experience for those less familiar with networking hardware or..." Read more
"This upgrade to 2.5gig Ethernet is easy to install into a PCIe slot and drivers are included on thesupplied mini CD...." Read more
"...The Realtek script download does this. But there are some things you have to install first. (see steps below)..." Read more
"Easy to install. pfSense recognized it on first boot up." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the network interface controller adapter. They say it is a great buy and an excellent value for a dual port NIC. Customers also mention that the thoughtful design makes it a standout investment for networking enthusiasts seeking a reliable and durable adapter at a reasonable price.
"...performance, and thoughtful design make it a standout investment for networking enthusiasts seeking a reliable and efficient solution...." Read more
"...Overall, this is a great product and very reasonable in price and support." Read more
"Price was too good to be true, I'd skip this one folks.Worked great for a bit, then my PC stopped booting...." Read more
"...I am happy with the speed improvement at a low price and not needing to install fiber optic cable...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it works as expected, while others say that they had trouble getting working drivers for it.
"...four independent 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver a significant boost in data transfer rates, making downloads, uploads, and local network traffic..." Read more
"works great with proxmox, able to pass through individual ports to vm" Read more
"...to /boot/loader.confA little annoying that it doesn't work out of the box on my particular operating system use case, but that's not..." Read more
"This card works fine in Linux or windows but it’s not compatible in a virtual setup...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention it has perfect Linux compatibility, while others say that their computer does not recognize the card.
"...Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, and thoughtful design make it a standout investment for networking enthusiasts seeking a..." Read more
"...I tried it with proxmox and didn’t work, and it’s not compatible with ESXI 8 (or 7) either...." Read more
"works great with proxmox, able to pass through individual ports to vm" Read more
"...Second, the chipset used on thie device (Realtek RT8125B) is not recognized by PFSense...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention it's a great product with VMware compatibility, while others say that there is less than optimal quality control with this product and it has a 50% failure rate.
"...13.1.0.5.9687 (latest as of this review) includes 𝚒𝚐𝚌, but fails to init with the adapter I received...." Read more
"...to turbocharge your home network, this expansion card is a highly recommended addition that delivers on its promises." Read more
"...I explained that the site won't let me return the product but it is defective. They said it was non-returnable but they would refund my purchase...." Read more
"Was an excellent add for a tower that I'm using to run several VMs on porting directly to this card for dedicated network access." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it provides full bandwidth for ethernet connection, enhancing the overall networking capabilities of their pfSense firewall. They also say that it works well with FreeBSD 13.2, and provides 2 connections to the network. However, others say that the driver would install but it would never connect to the Network, lose connection for four or five seconds at a time, seemingly at random, and not connect at 1GB.
"...10g speed while it's actually working, but it will lose connection for four or five seconds at a time, seemingly at random...." Read more
"...had access to four high-speed Ethernet ports, enhancing the overall networking capabilities of my pfSense firewall...." Read more
"...got it installed in windows 10, but could not receive DHCP from the router. Tried on 3 different PC, and even swapping out with manufacture drivers...." Read more
"...card in my Windows 10 computer it recognizes the card but it won't connect to the internet. Receives no IP in DHCP or change to static and assign IP...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the driver support of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that the drivers are outdated and not provided by Realtek. Some customers also mention that there are no drivers that support a newer rev of the Mac OS, and that the CD disk does not contain a working driver.
"...you're going to have a difficult time because there are no drivers provided by Realtek for that operating system (at least from what I can see.)..." Read more
"...There are no drivers that support a newer rev of the Mac OS. Keep in mind, 10.7 (Named 'Lion') is a 10 year old OS...." Read more
"...supplied mini CD. Many drivers are included including Windows 11, 10, Mac and Linux. Full speedis achieved using Cat 6 wire...." Read more
"...Does -not- work with ESXi out the box, you have to attach drivers to the installer which was expected, however, PCI passthrough will not work at all..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the heat dissipation of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that the heatsink is now so hot that it hurts to touch, and the chip is overheating and shutting down. Some customers also mention that there is no heat sink.
"...Update: Chip is overheating and shutting down...." Read more
"Using the card in an old pc for OPNSense. The card works, but gets very warm...." Read more
"...The inclusion of a heatsink contributes to efficient heat dissipation, ensuring stable performance even during prolonged periods of heavy network..." Read more
"...some proper CPU compound, and reinstalling the springs, the heatsink is now so hot it hurts to touch when the card is operation so it's definitely..." Read more
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One of the primary concerns when upgrading network hardware is ensuring seamless integration with the existing setup. The Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card exhibited flawless compatibility with my pfSense machine, recognizing the card effortlessly. The integration with the Intel i7-6700 processor was seamless, demonstrating a harmonious interplay between the card and the system. The drivers were installed without a hitch, and I instantly had access to four high-speed Ethernet ports, enhancing the overall networking capabilities of my pfSense firewall.
The standout feature of this expansion card is undoubtedly its exceptional performance. The four independent 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver a significant boost in data transfer rates, making downloads, uploads, and local network traffic notably faster. The combination of the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card with the Intel i7-6700 processor ensures that network-intensive tasks are handled effortlessly. Streaming high-definition content, online gaming, and managing multiple connected devices simultaneously have become smoother and more responsive, making it an excellent investment for those seeking a performance upgrade.
The expansion card boasts a solid build quality, featuring a well-designed PCB and robust connectors. The inclusion of a heatsink contributes to efficient heat dissipation, ensuring stable performance even during prolonged periods of heavy network usage. Its thoughtful design prioritizes effective cooling and thus prevents thermal throttling and maintains optimal performance.
Installing the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card in conjunction with pfSense was a straightforward process. The card securely fit into the PCI Express slot, and the pfSense installation wizard made it easy to configure the additional Ethernet ports. While the overall process is user-friendly, clear instructions could enhance the experience for those less familiar with networking hardware or linux.
In conclusion, the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card is an excellent choice for users looking to elevate their network speeds and capabilities, particularly when paired with a pfSense machine. Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, and thoughtful design make it a standout investment for networking enthusiasts seeking a reliable and efficient solution. If you're looking to turbocharge your home network, this expansion card is a highly recommended addition that delivers on its promises.
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2024
One of the primary concerns when upgrading network hardware is ensuring seamless integration with the existing setup. The Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card exhibited flawless compatibility with my pfSense machine, recognizing the card effortlessly. The integration with the Intel i7-6700 processor was seamless, demonstrating a harmonious interplay between the card and the system. The drivers were installed without a hitch, and I instantly had access to four high-speed Ethernet ports, enhancing the overall networking capabilities of my pfSense firewall.
The standout feature of this expansion card is undoubtedly its exceptional performance. The four independent 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver a significant boost in data transfer rates, making downloads, uploads, and local network traffic notably faster. The combination of the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card with the Intel i7-6700 processor ensures that network-intensive tasks are handled effortlessly. Streaming high-definition content, online gaming, and managing multiple connected devices simultaneously have become smoother and more responsive, making it an excellent investment for those seeking a performance upgrade.
The expansion card boasts a solid build quality, featuring a well-designed PCB and robust connectors. The inclusion of a heatsink contributes to efficient heat dissipation, ensuring stable performance even during prolonged periods of heavy network usage. Its thoughtful design prioritizes effective cooling and thus prevents thermal throttling and maintains optimal performance.
Installing the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card in conjunction with pfSense was a straightforward process. The card securely fit into the PCI Express slot, and the pfSense installation wizard made it easy to configure the additional Ethernet ports. While the overall process is user-friendly, clear instructions could enhance the experience for those less familiar with networking hardware or linux.
In conclusion, the Quad 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet PCI-E Network Expansion Card is an excellent choice for users looking to elevate their network speeds and capabilities, particularly when paired with a pfSense machine. Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, and thoughtful design make it a standout investment for networking enthusiasts seeking a reliable and efficient solution. If you're looking to turbocharge your home network, this expansion card is a highly recommended addition that delivers on its promises.
supplied mini CD. Many drivers are included including Windows 11, 10, Mac and Linux. Full speed
is achieved using Cat 6 wire. Both full form and small form factor hardware included - easy to change out.
Ethernet socket has two LED indicators for link and speed which is good since other cards may not have
these indicators or have holes to see through to an LED on the inside surface of the card. The Realtek chip
and the software may be able to go to 10gig in the future since there is some references in drivers and
other information of the system. Maybe a firmware update in the future for this?
Overall, this is a great product and very reasonable in price and support.
pkg install realtek-re-kmod
And adding
if_re_load="YES"
if_re_name="/boot/modules/if_re.ko"
to /boot/loader.conf
A little annoying that it doesn't work out of the box on my particular operating system use case, but that's not really the card's fault, so not docking stars for that.
I tried it with proxmox and didn’t work, and it’s not compatible with ESXI 8 (or 7) either. Tried looking for community based drivers and create a custom ISO of ESXI and it still didn’t work. It’s not worth the hassle to further troubleshoot, I ended up returning it and going with a NIC from the HCL on ESXI.
Worked great for a bit, then my PC stopped booting. Narrowed down this issue to this NIC. I had thrown away the box and accessories so unable to get a refund, Reached out for warranty replacement and no receiving a reply from manufacturer.
The adapter arrived in a small, cardboard box. The heatsink is attached securely. A hardware check indicates that the chip is revision 03.
Under Windows 10/11, the adapter is usable with no additional effort or configuration on the user's side.
Under Linux/FreeBSD, the adapter may or may not work depending on the version of the driver used to attempt init. Under FreeBSD specifically, support for the I225 was added in 13.1 via 𝚒𝚐𝚌, however the driver performs an unnecessary PHY vendor ID check, which may fail if the adapter reports an ID that isn't listed in an internal table.
The fix (recommended by Intel themselves) is to no longer perform this check and instead assume a PHY for all I225 adapters. This fix is available in FreeBSD 13.2 and/or 14, and would need to be backported if using anything earlier.
Examples; TrueNAS Scale 22.12.0 supports this adapter, while XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9687 (latest as of this review) includes 𝚒𝚐𝚌, but fails to init with the adapter I received.
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2023
The adapter arrived in a small, cardboard box. The heatsink is attached securely. A hardware check indicates that the chip is revision 03.
Under Windows 10/11, the adapter is usable with no additional effort or configuration on the user's side.
Under Linux/FreeBSD, the adapter may or may not work depending on the version of the driver used to attempt init. Under FreeBSD specifically, support for the I225 was added in 13.1 via 𝚒𝚐𝚌, however the driver performs an unnecessary PHY vendor ID check, which may fail if the adapter reports an ID that isn't listed in an internal table.
The fix (recommended by Intel themselves) is to no longer perform this check and instead assume a PHY for all I225 adapters. This fix is available in FreeBSD 13.2 and/or 14, and would need to be backported if using anything earlier.
Examples; TrueNAS Scale 22.12.0 supports this adapter, while XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9687 (latest as of this review) includes 𝚒𝚐𝚌, but fails to init with the adapter I received.
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It is strange as it comes with mini-cd with the drivers on it, and no hints of where to get the drivers online, but lucky I have a dvd player that accepted it and it worked.
Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2024
It is strange as it comes with mini-cd with the drivers on it, and no hints of where to get the drivers online, but lucky I have a dvd player that accepted it and it worked.