TP-Link 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter

SKU
TX201
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2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter
  • Blazing Speed - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet unlock the highest performance of your Multi-Gig bandwidth and devices. Whether local data transfer or Internet access, the TX201 is up to the task
  • Versatile Compatibility - With 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
  • Low-Profile and Full-Height Brackets - In 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
  • Comprehensive System Support - Fully compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Windows Servers 2022/2019/2016/2012 R2/2012/2008 R2, Linux
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Connectivity technology Wired
Host interface PCI Express
Interface Ethernet
Maximum data transfer rate 2500 Mbit/s
SKU TX201
EAN 4897098687840
Manufacturer TP-LINK
Availability In Stock
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All in Seconds with Blazing Fast 2.5G Speeds

Incredible 2.5G Networking

2.5 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.

Household Storage, Share in Seconds

For 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.

2.5G Extremely Fast Internet Response

With 2.5 Gbps internet access, your gaming will be fully optimized with a large boost in speed, latency, and responsiveness. Large-sized game downloads, seamless live streaming, and massive data backups via the cloud are as easy as choosing your character.

Versatile, Multi-Speed Compatibility

2.5G Base-T is backwards compatible with multiple data rates, including 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps Base-T connectivity. The 2.5G Ethernet port automatically negotiates between higher and lower speed connections, allowing you to upgrade to 2.5G networking smoothly.

QoS Support

Quality of Service technology ensures enough bandwidth and avoids network congestion. Whether streaming or real-time gaming, enjoy a smooth web experience.

Wake On LAN

Remotely power on/off your computer with WOL, good for centralized management.

Low-Profile Bracket

In addition to the standard bracket, a low-profile bracket is also provided for mini tower computer cases.

Easy Setup

Simple software installation with the intuitive Utility on the provided CD.

Comprehensive System Support

Fully compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Windows Servers 022/2019/2016/2012 R2/2012/2008 R2, Linux.
Ports & interfaces
InternalYes
PCI version2.1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
InterfaceEthernet
Host interfacePCI Express
Connectivity technologyWired
Bandwidth
Full duplexYes
Maximum data transfer rate2500 Mbit/s
Technical details
Product colourBlack, Grey
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Sustainability complianceYes
Compliance certificatesRoHS, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), CE
Network
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LANYes
Networking standardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Full duplexYes
Ethernet LAN data rates10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate2500 Mbit/s
Design
Product colourBlack, Grey
InternalYes
LED indicatorsActivity, Link
Component forPC/Laptop
Software
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Indication
LED indicatorsActivity, Link
System requirements
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 90%
Sustainability
Sustainability complianceYes
Weight & dimensions
Width120.8 mm
Depth21.5 mm
Height98.2 mm
Package width201.5 mm
Package depth152.5 mm
Package height41.5 mm
Package weight170 g
Packaging data
Package width201.5 mm
Package depth152.5 mm
Package height41.5 mm
Package weight170 g
Mounting brackets includedYes
Quick installation guideYes
Packaging content
Mounting brackets includedYes
Quick installation guideYes
Resource CDYes
Performance
Server operating systems supportedWindows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Linux operating systems supportedYes

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