--- product_id: 625411063 title: "2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter" brand: "xikestor" price: "€ 44.80" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Xike Stor" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/625411063-2-5gb-pcie-network-card-2-5gbase-t-rj45-ethernet store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 2.5Gbps blazing speed PCIe 3.0 ultra-low latency Aluminum heatsink cooling 2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter **Brand:** xikestor **Price:** € 44.80 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Upgrade Your Network, Leave Lag Behind! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter by xikestor - **How much does it cost?** € 44.80 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/625411063-2-5gb-pcie-network-card-2-5gbase-t-rj45-ethernet) ## Best For - xikestor enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted xikestor brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Blazing 2.5Gbps Throughput:** Experience 2.5x faster network speeds than standard gigabit adapters, perfect for seamless streaming and rapid data transfers. - • **Next-Gen PCIe 3.0 Interface:** Harness the power of PCIe X1 slot with reduced CPU load and ultra-responsive connectivity for professional-grade performance. - • **Intel I226-V Chipset Stability:** Industry-trusted Intel controller ensures rock-solid, stable connections for your demanding home or office network. - • **Dual Bracket Design for Any Build:** Includes full-height and low-profile brackets to fit compact desktops and servers effortlessly—upgrade without limits. - • **Versatile Compatibility & Easy Setup:** Supports 2.5G/1G/1000M/100M networks with plug-and-play drivers for Windows 10/11, Linux, and VMware environments. ## Overview The XikeStor 2.5Gb PCIe Network Card leverages Intel's I226-V chipset and PCIe 3.0 technology to deliver ultra-fast 2.5Gbps Ethernet speeds with backward compatibility. Its aluminum heatsink ensures efficient cooling, while dual bracket options guarantee easy installation in various PC cases. Compatible with major OS platforms, this adapter is a cost-effective upgrade for professionals seeking reliable, high-speed wired networking. ## Description Buy XikeStor 2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter | Intel I226-V chip, aluminum heatsink, Multi-Gig 2.5G/1G/1000M/100M with Extra Low-profile Bracket for Win10/11 & Linux: Network Cards - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Works well with Unraid host through a Unifi Cloud Gateway Max router - I have an older PC that has been repurposed to be my NAS using Unraid. I purchased this to replace an intel based 2x1Gbps card that was running as an aggregated LACP bond. It took a little bit to learn how to get Unraid to make this the primary NIC, but that's not the card's fault (it wasn't really that hard, I am just not familiar with Unraid just yet). After installing the card and getting it connected to my Ubiquiti Unifi Cloud Gateway Max, I ran In iperf3 test to another Unraid system on the network. I am no network engineer, but I'm getting "close enough" to the advertised maximum bandwidth to make me very happy. My iperf3 results are below: iperf3 -c 10.0.20.21 Connecting to host , port 5201 [ 5] local port 58840 connected to port 5201 [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate Retr Cwnd [ 5] 0.00-1.00 sec 282 MBytes 2.36 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 1.00-2.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 2.00-3.00 sec 279 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 3.00-4.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 305 KBytes [ 5] 4.00-5.00 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 5.00-6.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 305 KBytes [ 5] 6.00-7.00 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 7.00-8.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 8.00-9.00 sec 279 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 9.00-10.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 5.66 KBytes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate Retr [ 5] 0.00-10.00 sec 2.72 GBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 sender [ 5] 0.00-10.00 sec 2.72 GBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec receiver I may try to set up jumbo frames (I don't know if that' still a good way to increase throughput, but I seem to remember 'back in tha day' it being one way to improve performance) but I'm not sure. For now, it gave me what I wanted: a very affordable and fast speed boost on my small home network. Review: Good bang for your buck I226-V NIC - Affordable, legit I226-V NIC. I have two of these in Fedora workstations and one in a Debian homelab server, they all work pretty much flawlessly. I did have some somewhat expected erratic behavior with aspm on, but with aspm off from BIOS and kernel flags, has been pretty flawless. Packaging is nice, great bang for your buck here. The LEDs are fairly bright with the PC off if you have wake on LAN enabled, did not matter to me personally (see photo). $ lspci -nn | grep -i net 0c:00.0 Ethernet controller [0200]: Intel Corporation Ethernet Controller I226-V [8086:125c] (rev 04) I didn't bother with iperf results, but below is my speedtest through a Unifi Flex Mini 2.5G and a UCG Max on 2gbps fiber: Speedtest by Ookla Idle Latency: 20.19 ms (jitter: 2.22ms, low: 19.35ms, high: 23.47ms) Download: 2277.02 Mbps (data used: 2.8 GB) 19.90 ms (jitter: 0.29ms, low: 19.50ms, high: 24.70ms) Upload: 2144.24 Mbps (data used: 2.4 GB) 20.36 ms (jitter: 0.62ms, low: 18.60ms, high: 26.35ms) Packet Loss: 0.0% ## Features - PCIe to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter：Experience lightning-fast connections with this 2.5G PCIe X1 network card.With the 2.5G Base-T Technology,it boosts your connectivity to new heights by delivering 2.5x faster speeds. Full compatibility with current network standards, including 2.5/1G/1000Mbps and 100Mbps, for seamless backward compatibility. - Intel I226-V chip: Equipped with I226-V chip controller which make the servers more stable.Full compatibility with current network standards, including 2.5/1G/1000Mbps and 100Mbps - PCIe 3.0：With significant improvements in speed, latency, and responsiveness, this PCIe Ethernet card harnesses the latest 2.5GBASE-T technology, effectively reduces CPU usage, and delivers flawless streaming performance.This PCI Express Ethernet LAN Adapter Compatible with PCIE X1, X4, X8, X16 Slot. - Full-height and low-profile brackets： With profile bracket and additional low profile bracket (12cm and 8cm) that makes it easy to install the card in a small form factor/low profile computer case/server. - Simple Driver Installation：The i226-v PCIe Ethernet card is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 10/11, Linux kernel 5.16.18/RHEL 8.6, and VMware ESXi 8.0. Please visit our official website's(XikeStor.com) Download Center to download the appropriate drivers. For detailed installation steps, refer to the instructions in the product description below. - Contact us：Before purchasing this 2.5G network card featuring the Intel I226-V chip, please ensure that your motherboard is compatible with this specific chip and check the BIOS settings to ensure that the NIC interface is enabled. We recommend checking with your motherboard manufacturer or reviewing the relevant compatibility documentation to confirm that this chip is supported. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service. We will answer all your inquiries within 24 hours. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CYB1GSHS | | Best Sellers Rank | #88 in Internal Computer Networking Cards | | Brand | XikeStor | | Built-In Media | PCIe Network Card | | Color | 1×2.5G RJ45（PCIe X1） | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 216 Reviews | | Data Link Protocol | Fast Ethernet | | Data Transfer Rate | 2.5 gigabits_per_second | | Hardware Interface | PCIE x 1 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.07"L x 2.36"W x 0.71"H | | Item Weight | 1.76 ounces | | Manufacturer | Anhui Seeker Electronic Technology Co., LTD | | Mfr Part Number | SKN-PCIE | | Model Number | I226 2.5G RJ45 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 3.07"L x 2.36"W x 0.71"H | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** XikeStor - **Color:** 1×2.5G RJ45（PCIe X1） - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Data Link Protocol:** Fast Ethernet - **Data Transfer Rate:** 2.5 gigabits_per_second - **Hardware Interface:** PCIE x 1 - **Item Weight:** 1.76 ounces - **Manufacturer:** Anhui Seeker Electronic Technology Co., LTD - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Product Dimensions:** 3.07"L x 2.36"W x 0.71"H ## Images ![2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LAlI+sH+L.jpg) ![2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IaQeFukZL.jpg) ![2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IwQivkMvL.jpg) ![2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KnSDm-98L.jpg) ![2.5Gb PCIe Network Card 2.5GBase-T RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61DnXK8QnZL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well with Unraid host through a Unifi Cloud Gateway Max router *by B***Y on August 10, 2025* I have an older PC that has been repurposed to be my NAS using Unraid. I purchased this to replace an intel based 2x1Gbps card that was running as an aggregated LACP bond. It took a little bit to learn how to get Unraid to make this the primary NIC, but that's not the card's fault (it wasn't really that hard, I am just not familiar with Unraid just yet). After installing the card and getting it connected to my Ubiquiti Unifi Cloud Gateway Max, I ran In iperf3 test to another Unraid system on the network. I am no network engineer, but I'm getting "close enough" to the advertised maximum bandwidth to make me very happy. My iperf3 results are below: iperf3 -c 10.0.20.21 Connecting to host , port 5201 [ 5] local port 58840 connected to port 5201 [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate Retr Cwnd [ 5] 0.00-1.00 sec 282 MBytes 2.36 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 1.00-2.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 2.00-3.00 sec 279 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 3.00-4.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 305 KBytes [ 5] 4.00-5.00 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 5.00-6.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 305 KBytes [ 5] 6.00-7.00 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 7.00-8.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 311 KBytes [ 5] 8.00-9.00 sec 279 MBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 308 KBytes [ 5] 9.00-10.00 sec 278 MBytes 2.33 Gbits/sec 0 5.66 KBytes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate Retr [ 5] 0.00-10.00 sec 2.72 GBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec 0 sender [ 5] 0.00-10.00 sec 2.72 GBytes 2.34 Gbits/sec receiver I may try to set up jumbo frames (I don't know if that' still a good way to increase throughput, but I seem to remember 'back in tha day' it being one way to improve performance) but I'm not sure. For now, it gave me what I wanted: a very affordable and fast speed boost on my small home network. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good bang for your buck I226-V NIC *by M***W on July 29, 2026* Affordable, legit I226-V NIC. I have two of these in Fedora workstations and one in a Debian homelab server, they all work pretty much flawlessly. I did have some somewhat expected erratic behavior with aspm on, but with aspm off from BIOS and kernel flags, has been pretty flawless. Packaging is nice, great bang for your buck here. The LEDs are fairly bright with the PC off if you have wake on LAN enabled, did not matter to me personally (see photo). $ lspci -nn | grep -i net 0c:00.0 Ethernet controller [0200]: Intel Corporation Ethernet Controller I226-V [8086:125c] (rev 04) I didn't bother with iperf results, but below is my speedtest through a Unifi Flex Mini 2.5G and a UCG Max on 2gbps fiber: Speedtest by Ookla Idle Latency: 20.19 ms (jitter: 2.22ms, low: 19.35ms, high: 23.47ms) Download: 2277.02 Mbps (data used: 2.8 GB) 19.90 ms (jitter: 0.29ms, low: 19.50ms, high: 24.70ms) Upload: 2144.24 Mbps (data used: 2.4 GB) 20.36 ms (jitter: 0.62ms, low: 18.60ms, high: 26.35ms) Packet Loss: 0.0% ### ⭐ Terrible Performance *by C***X on December 7, 2024* This card reports the connection speed as 2.5Gbps, but it performs close to 100 Mbps. See the iperf3 results: [ 5] 0.00-1.01 sec 7.50 MBytes 62.6 Mbits/sec [ 5] 1.01-2.01 sec 11.5 MBytes 96.5 Mbits/sec [ 5] 2.01-3.00 sec 11.2 MBytes 94.7 Mbits/sec [ 5] 3.00-4.00 sec 11.4 MBytes 95.3 Mbits/sec [ 5] 4.00-5.00 sec 11.4 MBytes 95.2 Mbits/sec [ 5] 5.00-6.01 sec 11.2 MBytes 94.3 Mbits/sec [ 5] 6.01-7.00 sec 11.1 MBytes 93.4 Mbits/sec [ 5] 7.00-8.00 sec 11.1 MBytes 93.5 Mbits/sec [ 5] 8.00-9.00 sec 11.2 MBytes 94.5 Mbits/sec [ 5] 9.00-10.00 sec 11.2 MBytes 94.3 Mbits/sec - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate [ 5] 0.00-10.00 sec 109 MBytes 91.4 Mbits/sec sender [ 5] 0.00-10.05 sec 109 MBytes 90.6 Mbits/sec receiver A different card on the same computer and the same switch perform as expected. [ 7] 0.00-1.00 sec 283 MBytes 2.36 Gbits/sec [ 7] 1.00-2.01 sec 281 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 2.01-3.01 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 3.01-4.01 sec 281 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 4.01-5.01 sec 281 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 5.01-6.00 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 6.00-7.01 sec 281 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 7.01-8.00 sec 279 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 8.00-9.01 sec 282 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec [ 7] 9.01-10.01 sec 280 MBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [ ID] Interval Transfer Bitrate [ 7] 0.00-10.01 sec 2.74 GBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec sender [ 7] 0.00-10.01 sec 2.74 GBytes 2.35 Gbits/sec receiver ## Frequently Bought Together - 2.5Gb PCIe Network Card with Intel I226-V Chip, 2.5GBase-T Network Adapter NIC, PCIe 3.1 X1, PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Card for Windows 10/11, Linux Kernel 5.16.18/RHEL8.6, VMware ESXi8.0 - TP-Link 2.5GB PCIe Network Card (TX201) – PCIe to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter, Supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Win Server 2022/2019/2016, Linux - TP-Link TL-SG108-M2 - 8 Port Multi-Gigabit Unmanaged Network Switch, Ethernet Splitter, 𝟮.𝟱𝗚𝗯 Bandwidth, Plug & Play Desktop/Wall-Mount Fanless Metal Design --- ## 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.sk/products/625411063-2-5gb-pcie-network-card-2-5gbase-t-rj45-ethernet](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/625411063-2-5gb-pcie-network-card-2-5gbase-t-rj45-ethernet) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-08-08*