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Small green circuit board with gold edge connector and single RJ45 port

STARTECH

STARTECH ST1000SMPEX Mini PCI Express Gigabit network card

SKU CH-6H42-24G48 MPN ST1000SMPEX

Adds a 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 port via Mini PCI Express with Realtek RTL8111E chipset and Wake-on-LAN support

  • StandardsIEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab
  • Speed10/100/1000Mbps
  • Connectors1 x RJ45
  • Interfacemini PCI Express
  • LEDs1 - Activity 1 - Link
  • Wake On LANYes

Option Mini PCIe 1 Gbps - 1 Port RJ45

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Add a Gigabit RJ45 port through a Mini PCI Express slot
  • Supports 10/100/1000Mbps speeds over twisted pair cable
  • Realtek RTL8111E chipset drives reliable wired connectivity
  • Wake On LAN enables remote system power-up
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac OS 10.4.x/10.5.x and Linux

Mini PCI Express Gigabit adapter

This StarTech ST1000SMPEX adds a single RJ45 port through any Mini PCI Express slot on a motherboard. It operates at 10, 100 or 1000Mbps and uses a Realtek RTL8111E chipset. The card supports Wake On LAN and includes activity and link LEDs. It is a new embedded network interface for clients, servers or workstations.

Replaces a failed onboard port

When an integrated Ethernet controller stops working this adapter restores wired connectivity without replacing the board. The jump is worth it if the system has a free Mini PCI Express slot and needs a reliable 1000Base-T link. It also upgrades older 10/100-only hardware to full Gigabit speed over twisted pair cable.

Suits embedded and legacy upgrades

Builders repairing industrial PCs, thin clients or older workstations with Mini PCI Express slots will find this a direct fit. Buyers who need multiple ports, fibre connectivity or a standard full-size PCI Express card should look at something else. Systems without an available Mini PCI Express slot cannot use this adapter.

Highlights

  • Add a Gigabit RJ45 port through a Mini PCI Express slot
  • Supports 10/100/1000Mbps speeds over twisted pair cable
  • Realtek RTL8111E chipset drives reliable wired connectivity
  • Wake On LAN enables remote system power-up
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac OS 10.4.x/10.5.x and Linux

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelST1000SMPEX
StandardsIEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab
Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Connectors1 x RJ45
Interfacemini PCI Express
LEDs1 - Activity
1 - Link
Wake On LANYes
Temperature0°C ~ 55°C
Humidity5 % ~ 95 % (Non-condensing)
FeaturesCard Type: Embedded
Chipset ID: Realtek RTL8111E
OS Compatibility:
Windows 2000/ XP (32/64-bit)/ Server 2003 (32/64-bit)/ Server 2008 R2/ Vista (32/64-bit)/ 7 (32/64-bit)/ 8 (32/64-bit)
Mac OS 10.4.x and 10.5.x
Linux and Unix
Fully complaint with IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3ab specifications for 10/100/1000 Mbps connections
Jumbo Frame support up to 9k
Crossover Detection & Auto-Correction (Auto MDIX)
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tagging support
Supports Wake-on-LAN (WOL) and Remote Wake-up Support, Pair Swap/Polarity/Skew Correction
Microsoft NDIS5 Checksum Offload (IPv4, TCP, UDP) and Large S
Weight20
Shipping weight0.15 kg
Package size173 × 142 × 34 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the card need a full-height bracket or will it fit a low-profile Mini PCI Express slot?

The adapter uses the Mini PCI Express form factor and plugs directly into the slot; no separate bracket is included or required.

Which driver should I load first when installing the Realtek RTL8111E chipset on Windows 7 64-bit?

Install the Realtek RTL8111E driver for Windows 7 64-bit before inserting the card so the OS recognises the Gigabit link immediately.

How often should I clean the RJ45 port and check the Activity LED for dust buildup?

Inspect the RJ45 connector and the two status LEDs once a year; compressed air removes debris that could affect the link indicator.

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