TP-Link TX201 2.5 Gbps PCIe network card
Adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port to a desktop PC via PCIe, with low-profile bracket and Windows or Linux driver support
- StandardsEthernet
- Speed2500 megabits_per_second
- ConnectorsResource CD, Ethernet, 2500 megabits_per_second
- WiFi Generation2.5G
- BluetoothEthernet
- BUSethernet
- 5 Gbps Ethernet delivers 2.5× the throughput of standard Gigabit connections
- Backwards compatible with 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps networks for seamless upgrades
- Quality of Service prioritises gaming traffic to reduce congestion during play
- Wake on LAN lets you power the PC remotely for easier management
- Includes both standard and low-profile brackets to fit full-height or slim cases
What it is
The TP-Link TX201 is a PCIe network adapter that adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet connection to a desktop computer. It fits a standard PCIe slot and ships with both full-height and low-profile brackets so it can be installed in full-size or small-form-factor cases. The card supports Windows 7 through 11, Windows Server 2016 through 2022, and Linux.
Who it suits
Builders who want to upgrade from a 1 Gbps onboard port to 2.5 Gbps for faster local file transfers, lower latency in games, or a 2.5 Gbps internet plan will benefit. It is not for systems without a free PCIe slot, for users who need 10 Gbps or higher throughput, or for anyone requiring Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.
Deciding specification
The card provides a single 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port that auto-negotiates down to 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps, making it compatible with existing switches and routers while delivering 2.5× the bandwidth of standard Gigabit when both ends support 2.5G Base-T.
Pontos fortes
- 5 Gbps Ethernet delivers 2.5× the throughput of standard Gigabit connections
- Backwards compatible with 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps networks for seamless upgrades
- Quality of Service prioritises gaming traffic to reduce congestion during play
- Wake on LAN lets you power the PC remotely for easier management
- Includes both standard and low-profile brackets to fit full-height or slim cases
Especificações
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | TX201 |
| Part Number | TX201 |
| Standards | Ethernet |
| Speed | 2500 megabits_per_second |
| Connectors | Resource CD, Ethernet, 2500 megabits_per_second |
| WiFi Generation | 2.5G |
| Bluetooth | Ethernet |
| BUS | ethernet |
| LEDs | Black |
| Drivers | Standard/Low-Profile Brackets |
| Windows Vista | windows_7 |
| Features | 2500 megabits_per_second, ethernet, Desktop, 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter (TX201), Resource CD, Standard/Low-Profile Brackets, 2 year manufacturer |
| Dimensions | 28 in. x 28 in. x 25 in. |
| Weight | 0.11 pounds |
| Package Contents | 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter (TX201), Resource CD, Standard/Low-Profile Brackets |
| Disclaimer | not_applicable, not_capable_emitting_rf_energy, 2 year manufacturer |
Perguntas sobre este artigo
Will the TX201 need driver updates or bracket changes when I move it to a new PC?
The card includes both standard and low-profile brackets and supports Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016 and Linux, so driver support is built into those systems.
What throughput ceiling will I hit first during continuous 2.5 Gbps transfers?
The PCIe lane and 2.5G Base-T port both top out at 2500 megabits per second, so sustained traffic cannot exceed that rate.
How much heat or fan noise does the TX201 add when running all day?
The adapter has no fan and draws minimal power from the PCIe slot, so it adds virtually no audible noise or noticeable heat inside the case.
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