{"product_id":"10g-dual-port-ethernet-card-x540-t2-pcie-x8-x16-network-adapter-nas-server","title":"10G Dual Port PCIe Network Card X540-T2 – NAS \u0026 Server Adapter","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eOULLX X540-T2 10G Dual Port Ethernet Network Card – PCIe X8\/X16\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your server, workstation, or NAS with blazing-fast 10 Gigabit connectivity. The \u003cstrong\u003eX540-T2 Dual Port 10GbE Network Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e plugs into any available PCIe X8 or X16 slot, delivering two independent RJ45 ports capable of 1G and 10G speeds — ideal for Synology NAS units, home labs, virtualization hosts, and data-intensive workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual RJ45 Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two independent 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-throughput connectivity or network redundancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCIe X8 \/ X16 Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard ATX, mATX, and EATX motherboards. Best compatibility with newer platforms (B150, B650, X570, X99, Z97, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1G \u0026amp; 10G Speed Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible bandwidth — auto-negotiates between 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps. Note: 2.5G is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e supported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide OS Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012\/2012R2\/2016\/2019\/2022, VMware ESXi 6.5\/6.7\/7.0, Redhat, Suse, and Ubuntu Desktop. \u003cem\u003emacOS is not supported.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynology NAS Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Officially supported for Synology NAS expansion and other network-attached storage devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Heat Dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for sustained performance. An optional cooling fan is recommended for home desktop setups where airflow may be limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eX540-T2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCI Express (PCIe X8 \/ X16)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 × RJ45 (Dual Port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1G \/ 10G Ethernet (10,000 Mbps)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCAT6 or higher for 10G operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWired\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSupported (cooling fan recommended for home PCs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMade in China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes — Please Read Before Purchase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eserver-grade network card\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it can be installed in desktop systems, compatibility varies by motherboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATX \/ mATX \/ EATX\u003c\/strong\u003e motherboards generally have good compatibility. \u003cstrong\u003eITX\u003c\/strong\u003e motherboards may have limited compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNewer platforms\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., B150, B650, X570, X99, Z97, HPZ440, Asus X470) are confirmed compatible. \u003cstrong\u003eOlder platforms\u003c\/strong\u003e (B75, B85, H61, H81) may not support this card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf your system fails to boot after installation, this is typically related to insufficient 3.3VSB power on the motherboard — not a defect. Please contact support for technical guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWindows 7, 8, 10, and 11 require a driver installation. Drivers are available from the Intel support website.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLinux installation requires advanced technical knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emacOS is not supported.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupported OS – Full List\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWindows 10 \/ 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWindows Server 2012, 2012R2, 2016, 2019, 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVMware ESXi 6.5 \/ 6.7 \/ 7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRedhat 7.6–7.9 (64-bit), 8.1–8.3 (64-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuse 12.5, 15.2, 15.3 (64-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUbuntu Desktop 18.04, 20.04 (64-bit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/airtight-transparent-pet-storage-bottle-craft-beads-home-organization\"\u003eAirtight Transparent PET Storage Bottle | Beads \u0026amp; Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-baroque-embossed-metal-decorative-tray-jewelry-organizer\"\u003eVintage Baroque Embossed Metal Tray – Jewelry \u0026amp; Decor Organizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will the X540-T2 dual port 10G network card work in a PCIe X16 slot?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The X540-T2 network adapter is designed for PCIe X8 slots but is fully compatible with PCIe X16 slots as well. It will operate at X8 electrical bandwidth regardless of which slot it occupies, delivering full 10G performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What network cable do I need for 10G speeds with the X540-T2?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: To achieve full 10 Gigabit speeds, you need CAT6 (or higher — CAT6A, CAT7, CAT8) Ethernet cables. Your router\/switch and broadband connection must also support 10G throughput. Note that 2.5G speeds are not supported by this card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the X540-T2 Ethernet card compatible with Synology NAS devices?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The X540-T2 dual port 10GbE PCIe network card is officially compatible with Synology NAS systems that support PCIe expansion slots, making it an excellent upgrade for high-speed NAS networking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this 10G network card come with a cooling fan?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the X540-T2 card does not include a cooling fan. The card produces significant heat during operation, especially at 10G speeds. For desktop PC installations, adding an aftermarket cooling fan is strongly recommended to maintain stable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Which operating systems are supported by the X540-T2 PCIe network adapter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The X540-T2 supports Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server 2012 through 2022, VMware ESXi 6.5\/6.7\/7.0, Redhat 7.x\/8.x, Suse 12\/15, and Ubuntu Desktop 18.04\/20.04. macOS is not supported. 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