--- product_id: 50314813 title: "10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Converged Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82576 Chip | Ethernet PCI Express Network Card | Dual RJ45 Copper Ports | PCI Express 2.0 X1 | Compare to Intel E1G42ET" brand: "10gtek" price: "€ 68.62" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "10 Gtek" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/50314813-10-100-1000mbps-gigabit-ethernet-converged-network-adapter-nic-intel store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 1.25Gbps dual-port speed PCIe 2.0 x1 interface Intel 82576 chip stability 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Converged Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82576 Chip | Ethernet PCI Express Network Card | Dual RJ45 Copper Ports | PCI Express 2.0 X1 | Compare to Intel E1G42ET **Brand:** 10gtek **Price:** € 68.62 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your network game with Intel-powered gigabit speed and unmatched reliability! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Converged Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82576 Chip | Ethernet PCI Express Network Card | Dual RJ45 Copper Ports | PCI Express 2.0 X1 | Compare to Intel E1G42ET by 10gtek - **How much does it cost?** € 68.62 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/50314813-10-100-1000mbps-gigabit-ethernet-converged-network-adapter-nic-intel) ## Best For - 10gtek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 10gtek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual 1.25Gbps RJ45 Ports:** Maximize your network throughput with dual copper ports supporting up to 100m Cat5+ cables for seamless data center-grade connectivity. - • **Versatile OS Compatibility:** Supports a wide range of OS including Windows Server 2003-2012, Windows 7-10, Linux, and VMware ESX for flexible deployment. - • **Compact & Easy Installation:** Includes both standard and low-profile brackets to fit any form factor, perfect for sleek, space-conscious professional setups. - • **Intel 82576 Controller Chip:** Experience rock-solid server stability and intelligent offloads that outperform standard NICs, ensuring zero connection drops. - • **PCI Express 2.0 x1 Interface:** Plug into modern systems effortlessly with PCIe 2.0 x1 lane delivering 2.5 GT/s for ultra-responsive network performance. ## Overview This 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet PCIe network adapter features the original Intel 82576 controller chip, dual RJ45 copper ports, and PCI Express 2.0 x1 interface. Designed for professional-grade stability and speed, it supports multiple operating systems and includes low-profile brackets for versatile installation. Ideal for data centers, servers, and high-demand home networks, it delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity backed by a 3-year warranty and lifetime tech support. ## Description Upgrade network with reliable Intel 82576 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. Enjoy stable, high-speed performance for servers and PCs with dual RJ45 ports and PCIe 2.0. Review: Works perfectly with pfSense - I was using Realtek cards with my pfSense build before, which FreeBSD has a lack of support for. My internet would constantly drop, etc. But this card works wonders with it, and haven't had a connection drop of quirk ever since. Perfect for a home pfSense build. Review: Perfect for pfsense - Had troubles with connection dropping on my pfsense virtual machine. Turned out to be the Realtek Nic I was using. Swapped over and runs perfectly Easy to install ## Features - Equipped with original Intel 82576 controller chip which supports Intelligent Offloads and make the servers more stable. Compare to Intel E1G42ET. - Compatible with Windows Server 2003/ 2008/ 2012, Windows7/8/10/Visa/XP, Linux, VMware ESX. (Does not support VMware ESXi 7.0 or above.) - Dual copper RJ45 ports let you connect to Category-5 and up to 100m for meeting the demands of data center environments. PCI Express* 2.0. 2.5 GT/s X1 Lane. - With profile bracket and additional low profile bracket that makes it easy to install the card in a small form factor/low profile computer case/server. - NOT support hot swaping！ - What You Get: 10Gtek 82576-2T-X1 1.25GbE PCI-E X1 Network Card (compare to Intel E1G42ET) x1, Low-profile Bracket x1. Backed by 10Gtek 30 Days Free-returned, 3 Year Free Warranty and Lifetime Technology Support. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B071R3YS2H | | Batteries Required? | No | | Batteries included? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 8,181 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 22 in Network Cards | | Colour | X1 | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (891) | | Date First Available | 3 Nov. 2016 | | Included components | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 140 g | | Item model number | 82576-2T-X1(E1G42ET)-Intel | | Manufacturer | 10Gtek | | Part number | 82576-2T-X1(E1G42ET)-Intel | | Product Dimensions | 12.7 x 6.89 x 6.89 cm; 140 g | | Size | Intel 82576 (PCIE-X1) | | Style | 2-RJ45 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** 10Gtek - **Colour:** X1 - **Compatible devices:** Desktop - **Data link protocol:** Ethernet - **Data transfer rate:** 1000 Megabits Per Second - **Hardware interface:** PCI - **Manufacturer:** 10Gtek - **Product dimensions:** 12.7L x 6.9W x 6.9H centimetres ## Images ![10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Converged Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82576 Chip | Ethernet PCI Express Network Card | Dual RJ45 Copper Ports | PCI Express 2.0 X1 | Compare to Intel E1G42ET - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yJlUE9OJL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you bond the quad connections with link aggregation using a smart switch?** A: Dear customer, Thanks for your question. Yes, this Intel I340-T4/E1G44HT compatible gigabit network card can support link aggregation. Hope our answer helps you. Thanks and best regards. **Q: This will work with ESXi 7 ?** A: Dear customer, Thanks for your question. No, this 10Gtek for Intel E1G42ET gigabit network card doen't work with ESXi 7, because ESXi 7 no longer supports Intel 82576 chip network cards. Hope our answer is helpful to you. Thanks and best regards, Shirley **Q: Does this card support wake-on-lan?** A: Dear customer, Thanks for your question. No, this 10Gtek® for Intel EXPI9301CT gigabit network card (ASIN: B01H6O7X0W ) doesn't support wake-on-lan, but 10Gtek® for Intel I210-T1 gigabit network card (ASIN: B01H6O7TMO) can support wake-on-lan. Here is the link for 10Gtek® for Intel I210-T1: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01H6O7TMO?ref=myi_title_dp. Hope our answer can help you. Thanks and best regards, Belinda **Q: Do the 2 physical ports appear as 2 separate interfaces in the os - i.e. can i have 2 separate ip addresses and route between them (unix)?** A: Dear customer, Thanks for your question. Yes, you can have 2 seperate ip addresses. What do you mean " route between them “ ？ Usually, this has nothing to do with the hardware network card, you should check this with the system. Hope our answer helps. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works perfectly with pfSense *by D***N on 17 June 2023* I was using Realtek cards with my pfSense build before, which FreeBSD has a lack of support for. My internet would constantly drop, etc. But this card works wonders with it, and haven't had a connection drop of quirk ever since. Perfect for a home pfSense build. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for pfsense *by M***Y on 6 March 2023* Had troubles with connection dropping on my pfsense virtual machine. Turned out to be the Realtek Nic I was using. Swapped over and runs perfectly Easy to install ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff *by D***V on 24 December 2025* A bit pricey but works very well so far - recommended. Speed is as expected and it's easy to install. ## Frequently Bought Together - 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Converged Network Adapter (NIC) with Intel 82576 Chip | Ethernet PCI Express Network Card | Dual RJ45 Copper Ports | PCI Express 2.0 X1 | Compare to Intel E1G42ET - Crucial RAM 32GB Kit (2x16GB) DDR4 3200MHz CL22 (or 2933MHz or 2666MHz) Desktop Memory CT2K16G4DFRA32A, Green --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/50314813-10-100-1000mbps-gigabit-ethernet-converged-network-adapter-nic-intel](https://www.desertcart.be/products/50314813-10-100-1000mbps-gigabit-ethernet-converged-network-adapter-nic-intel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*