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        Sonnet Technologies
        Presto™ Gigabit Server PCIe
        2 Port 1000/100/10BaseT Gigabit Ethernet PCIe
        Host Adapter

        Dual Port Network Connection
        Whether you need to add more Gigabit Ethernet ports to your server for improved performance and reliability or the ability to connect your computer to more networks, get a Sonnet Presto™ Gigabit PCIe Server dual-port Gigabit Ethernet adapter card for PCI Express for an advanced networking solution! This 4-lane (x4) PCI Express card supports link aggregation on its own and with your computer's onboard Gigabit Ethernet ports and full duplex communication to achieve up to 2000 Mbps and faster transfer rates-the ideal solution for high-bandwidth data transfer requirements.

        Presto Gigabit Ethernet Server PCIe also supports 9000 byte jumbo packet transfers (compared to 1500 byte standard packets) to support higher performance and reduced overhead when transferring large files.

        Should a cable get unplugged or a port fail, Presto Gigabit Server PCIe provides transparent failover protection, so your computer remains connected to the network.

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        Presto Gigabit Server PCIe supports gigabit speeds over common CAT-5 cabling, so costly cable replacement is unnecessary. If your computer already has onboard Gigabit Ethernet, you can add a Presto Gigabit Server PCIe and use it for dedicated connection to a printer, AirPort® Extreme base station, DSL or cable modem, or a video server, while leaving your onboard Gigabit Ethernet port(s) available for other connections.

        Presto Gigabit Server PCIe is compatible in Mac Pro®², and Power Mac® G5 & Xserve & PCs and servers with a PCI Express (PCIe) slot. Offering simple configuration, this Sonnet card is easy to use, and its support for 1000/100/10BaseT auto-negotiation and full/half duplex communication enable it to be used in most networks.
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        Features

        • This card adds two RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
        • Simple way to add Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to any compatible computer
        • Supports gigabit speeds on common CAT-5 cabling-no need for costly cable replacement
        • Supports link aggregation on its own and with onboard Gigabit Ethernet ports¹
        • Supports transparent failover
        • Full/half duplex
        • 1000/100/10BaseT auto-negotiation
        • PCI Express (PCIe) x4 host bus interface for maximum performance

        Product Specifications

        Sonnet Part Number

        • GE1000LA2XA-E

        Ports

        • Two RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports

        Connections

        • External - Up to 2 Devices

        Bus Specifications

        • PCI Express 1.1, x4

        Form Factor

        • PCIe

        Data Transfer Rate

        • 1000Mbps, 100Mbps, 10Mbps

        Standard

        • IEEE 802.3ad 1000BaseT
        • IEEE 802.3u 100BaseT
        • IEEE 802.3 10BaseT

        Network

        • Gigabit Ethernet (1000BaseT, 100BaseT, 10BaseT)

        Network Power

        • UTP x 2 (Auto-MDI/MDI-X)

        Link Aggregation

        • Supported on Windows 7¹

        Maximum packet size

        • 9000 bytes (Jumbo packets)

        Operating System Support

        • Mac OS X Version 10.5+
        • Mac OS X Mountain Lion compatible
        • Windows® Server 2008 R2
        • Windows Server 2008
        • Windows Server 2003
        • Windows 8
        • Windows 7¹
        • Windows Vista®
        • Windows XP

        External Connectivity

        • 2x RJ-45 connector

        Internal Connectivity

        • None

        Requires

        • Available PCIe Slot

        Agency Approvals & Compliance

        • RoHS
        • CE
        • FCC

        Dimensions

        • 4.4" x 1.3" x 0.2" (113 x 34 x 4 mm)

        Weight

        • 0.45 lbs (204 g)

        Warranty

        • 1 Year Sonnet Warranty

        Notes

        1. Link aggregation not supported by Windows® Vista or Mac OS X
        2. Not compatible with Mac Pro 1,1
        Manufacturer provided specifications for Sonnet Technologies p/n GE1000LA2XAE UPC#: 732311006616

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        This product is compatible with... Learn how to find your Mac's model ID
        Mac Pro
        NOT COMPATIBLE
        Mac Pro 4-core (Mid 2006)
        (August, 2006)
        Model ID: MacPro1,1
        2.0GHz, 2.66GHz, 3.0GHz
        Detailed specs
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 8-core (Early 2007)
        (April, 2007)
        Model ID: MacPro2,1
        3.0GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 4-Core (Early 2008)
        (January, 2008)
        Model ID: MacPro3,1
        2.8GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 8-Core (Early 2008)
        (January, 2008)
        Model ID: MacPro3,1
        2.8GHz, 3.0GHz, 3.2GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 4-Core (Early 2009)
        (March, 2009)
        Model ID: MacPro4,1
        2.66GHz, 2.93GHz, 3.33GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 8-Core (Early 2009)
        (March, 2009)
        Model ID: MacPro4,1
        2.26GHz, 2.66GHz, 2.93GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 12-Core (Mid 2012)
        (June, 2012)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        2.4GHz, 2.66GHz, 3.06GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 6-Core (Mid 2012)
        (June, 2012)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        3.33GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 4-Core (Mid 2012)
        (June, 2012)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        3.2GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 12-Core (Mid 2010)
        (July, 2010)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        2.66GHz, 2.93GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 8-Core (Mid 2010)
        (July, 2010)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        2.4GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 6-Core (Mid 2010)
        (July, 2010)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        3.33GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Mac Pro
        Mac Pro 4-Core (Mid 2010)
        (July, 2010)
        Model ID: MacPro5,1
        2.8GHz, 3.2GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        PowerMac G5
        Power Mac G5 (Late 2005)
        (October, 2005)
        Model ID: PowerMac11,2
        2.0GHz, 2.3GHz, dual 2.5GHz
        Detailed specs
        Install Videos
        Xserve Intel
        Xserve (Late 2006)
        (August, 2006)
        Model ID: Xserve1,1
        dual 2.0GHz, dual 2.66GHz, dual 3.0GHz
        Detailed specs
        Xserve Intel
        Xserve (Early 2008)
        (January, 2008)
        Model ID: Xserve2,1
        2.8GHz, dual 2.8GHz, dual 3.0GHz
        Detailed specs
        Xserve Intel
        Xserve Quad-Core (Early 2009)
        (April, 2009)
        Model ID: Xserve3,1
        2.26GHz
        Detailed specs
        Xserve Intel
        Xserve 8-Core (Early 2009)
        (April, 2009)
        Model ID: Xserve3,1
        2.26GHz, 2.66GHz, 2.93GHz
        Detailed specs
        PC Desktop
        PC Desktops
        Compatible with Intel / AMD Process based PCs capable with the specifications listed above. Memory complies with JEDEC Specifications, document JESD79-3B.

        Includes

        • Presto Gigabit Server PCIe Ethernet network adapter card
        • Low profile mounting bracket
        • Quick start guide
        Sonnet Technologies Presto™ Gigabit Server PCIe 2 Port 1000/100/10BaseT Gigabit Ethernet PCIe Host Adapter Mfr P/N: GE1000LA2XAE OWC SKU: STIGE1000LA2XE Simple way to add Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to any compatible computer. Sonnet Technologies 1 Year Limited Warranty Ships: Sold Out
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