Intel Single-Port Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter I210

The Intel I210T1 is a single-port gigabit Ethernet adapter designed to give small servers and professional workstations a dependable 1 Gbps network link without fuss. It slots into any PCIe 2.1 x1 interface, so there is rarely a need to free up a larger lane or rearrange other cards. Once installed, its standard RJ45 connector lets you run 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps over common Cat 5 cabling as far as 100 meters, making it easy to tie into existing wiring.

Flexibility is built in. The card ships with brackets for both full-height towers and low-profile cases, so it fits equally well inside a compact rack-mount server or a slim desktop workstation. A ventilated bracket helps airflow, allowing the adapter to stay within its 0 to 55 °C operating range even in dense chassis.

Performance goes hand in hand with efficiency. Typical power draw is around 1 watt at idle, which keeps overall system consumption low. Support for IEEE 802.1Qav provides traffic shaping that smooths audio and video streams, a plus for media servers, editing suites, or conference-room PCs that need reliable playback over the network.

Whether you are upgrading a small business file server, building a home lab, or adding a dedicated network interface to a workstation, the Intel I210T1 offers the familiar reliability of an Intel controller, straightforward installation, and the speed headroom required for today’s data-heavy workloads.

• A single RJ45 port supports 10, 100, and 1000 Mbps Ethernet speeds
• Installs in a PCIe 2.1 x1 slot, leaving higher-bandwidth lanes free for other devices
• Operates over Cat 5 cabling up to 100 meters
• Includes full-height and low-profile brackets for broad chassis compatibility
• Typical power draw of about 1 watt helps reduce overall system consumption
• IEEE 802.1Qav support improves audio and video streaming quality
• Reliable operation in temperatures from 0 to 55 °C
• Ventilated bracket aids cooling inside tight or high-density systems