This fiber network card delivers reliable, high-performance network connectivity, by adding an open SFP+ slot to your server or high-powered workstation. It provides an easy and cost-effective way to upgrade your server or workstation to a 10 Gigabit fiber network using the SFP+ module of your choice and gives you the flexibility to use either multimode or single-mode fiber. Increase your network speed Several factors drive the need for more bandwidth in your network infrastructure. An increase in the number of network users and data-intensive applications, such as multimedia streaming and large file transfers all contribute to the need for more bandwidth in your network infrastructure. This fiber NIC lets you take advantage of the increased speed and stability of a 10 Gigabit network, with data transfers of up to 10Gbps. Add scalable network connections to your server or workstation The fiber NIC is compatible with most 10GbE SFP+ transceivers. This gives you flexible and scalable configuration options for connecting your computer directly to a fiber network, at greater distances. The card features an open SFP+ slot with support for one interchangeable 10GBase SFP+ module. This gives you the option to use the fiber transceiver module that best suits your network needs based on distance and connector type. StarTech.com offers a variety of SFP+ transceiver modules including the SFP10GLRST single-mode SFP+ the SFP10GLRMST multi-mode SFP+, and SFP10GSRST multimode LC with DDM. In addition, StarTech.com SFP+ Cables provide a dependable solution for linking telecom and data communications equipment, such as routers and switches. Enhance your network capabilities The 10 Gigabit network card features the Intel® 82599 chipset, delivering the power, performance and enhanced capabilities you need for reliable network connections to your server or computer. The Intel chip offers many advanced features including Intel® Virtualization Technology for Connectivity, PXE network boot support and up to 15K jumbo frame support. The PEX10000SFPI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 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 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 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 supported	Y
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	PCI Express
Interface	Fiber
Fiber ports quantity	1
Fiber optic connector	SFP+
PCI version	2.0
Weight & dimensions
Width	18 mm
Depth	135 mm
Height	120 mm
Weight	102 g
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 50 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80%
Network
Maximum data transfer rate	10000 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3aq, IEEE 802.3x
Fiber ethernet cabling technology	10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-LRM, 10GBASE-SR
Full duplex	Y
Jumbo frames support	Y
Jumbo frames	15000
VLAN tagging	Y
Packaging data
Low-profile bracket	Y
Package width	142 mm
Package depth	172 mm
Package height	32 mm
Package weight	178 g
Other features
Quick start guide	Y
Flow control support	Y
Design
Internal	Y
Component for	PC
Product colour	Black
Chipset	Intel® 82599
Certification	CE, FCC, REACH
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Master (outer) case width	359 mm
Master (outer) case length	585 mm
Master (outer) case height	309 mm
Products per master (outer) case	80 pc(s)
Sustainability
Sustainability compliance	Y
Sustainability certificates	CE, RoHS