Intel PCIe 3.0 x8 Gigabit Ethernet x 2 Ethernet Network Adapter

The Intel X710T2LBLK is a PCI Express 3.0 network adapter that brings two RJ45 connections and bandwidth from 100 megabit up to 10 gigabit Ethernet to servers and workstations. It integrates the Intel X710-AT2 controller, so packet processing, quality of service, and traffic shaping happen directly on the card rather than burdening the CPU.

Because each port supports 100 Mb, 1 GbE, 2.5 GbE, 5 GbE, and 10 GbE, the card adapts easily to existing wiring and evolving network demands. You can run Cat 5e for a cost-conscious deployment or step up to Cat 6A to reach the full 10 GbE performance across a 100-meter run. The x8 PCIe 3.0 interface delivers enough lane bandwidth to keep both ports saturated, which is valuable when multiple virtual machines or storage streams compete for throughput.

Virtualization technologies such as Intel VT-c and SR-IOV are baked in, allowing administrators to assign dedicated resources to virtual machines, lower latency, and reduce I/O bottlenecks. On-chip quality of service further prioritizes critical traffic, an advantage in environments that handle voice, video, or latency-sensitive data.

Installation is straightforward. The card ships with brackets that fit full-height server slots and low-profile chassis, making it suitable for dense rack servers, compact edge appliances, and even high-end desktops used for development or content creation. Once installed, the adapter serves well in data centers that are upgrading from one gigabit links, small business networks that plan to grow, or lab setups that need repeatable 10 GbE performance without optical cabling.

• Two RJ45 ports provide flexible copper networking
• Supports 100 Mb, 1 GbE, 2.5 GbE, 5 GbE, and 10 GbE speeds
• Works with Cat 5e, Cat 6, and Cat 6A cables up to 100 m
• PCIe 3.0 x8 interface maximizes data transfer to the host
• Intel X710-AT2 controller handles traffic efficiently
• Virtualization support through VT-c and SR-IOV
• On-chip quality of service for traffic management
• Includes both low-profile and full-height brackets for versatile installation