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product_id: 625411063
title: "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"
brand: "xikestor"
price: "AR$73495"
currency: ARS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Xike Stor"
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region: Argentina
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# 2.5Gbps ultra-fast PCIe X1 speed Dual-profile brackets fit any PC case Premium alloy heat sink for cool stability 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

**Brand:** xikestor
**Price:** AR$73495
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your network game with 2.5G speed and pro-grade reliability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 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 by xikestor
- **How much does it cost?** AR$73495 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- xikestor enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted xikestor brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Blazing 2.5G Speed:** Upgrade your desktop with lightning-fast 2.5Gbps throughput for seamless streaming, gaming, and file transfers.
- • **Cool Under Pressure:** Advanced alloy heat sink ensures your network card stays cool and reliable during heavy workloads.
- • **Flexible Fit & Slots:** Includes standard and low-profile brackets; works in PCIe X1, X4, X8, and X16 slots with gold-plated connectors for durability.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Effortlessly integrates with Windows 10/11, Linux 5.16.18+, RHEL 8.6, and VMware ESXi 8.0 for versatile use.
- • **Pro-Grade Network Control:** Powered by Intel i226-v chip, delivering stable, high-performance connections that elevate your home or office setup.

## Overview

The SKS-I226-2.5ET is a high-performance 2.5Gbps PCIe X1 network card featuring the Intel i226-v Ethernet controller. It supports multiple OS platforms including Windows, Linux, and VMware, and comes with both standard and low-profile brackets for versatile installation. Equipped with a premium alloy heat sink and gold-plated connectors, it ensures stable, cool, and durable operation, making it an ideal upgrade for professionals seeking faster, reliable wired networking.

## Description

Buy XikeStor 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: 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: works great in a trueNAS system - Noticeable improvement in throughput even with the rest of the network on 1GB infrastructure (e.g. 1GB hubs and 1GB ethernet on client systems). Installed without issue. Immediately recognized by BSD Linux installation it's running under.

## Features

- 🔄High-Speed Connectivity: Experience lightning-fast connections with this 2.5G PCIe X1 network card. Powered by the Intel i226-v Ethernet controller chip, it ensures seamless performance and stable connections for your desktop PC(Not an Intel network card).
- 🖥️Multi-System Compatibility: 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. Enjoy efficient performance across various systems with this internal computer networking solution.
- ⬇️Driver Installation Required: To ensure optimal performance, this 2.5G network card requires driver installation before use. 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.
- 🔧Versatile Design: Featuring standard and low-profile brackets (12cm and 8cm), the network interface card fits seamlessly into various computer cases, from standard computer case to compact HTCPs and 2U servers.
- ⚡Flexible Slot Compatibility: This 2.5GB PCIe network card with RJ45 interface utilizes a PCI-E X1 slot, compatible with X4, X8, and X16 slots. With gold-plated connectors for enhanced contact performance and longevity, it supports transmission rates of 100M/1G/2.5G, ensuring optimal performance and durability.
- ❄️Advanced Heat Dissipation: Equipped with a premium alloy heat sink, our network adapter effectively dissipates heat, ensuring reliable and stable operation even under heavy workloads. Say goodbye to overheating concerns with this 2.5GB NIC.
- ⚠️Note: 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. This will help prevent any potential issues during installation and avoid compatibility-related inconveniences.
- 😊Contact Us：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 | #43 in Internal Computer Networking Cards |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (158) |
| Date First Available | March 18, 2024 |
| Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Item model number | I226 2.5G RJ45 |
| Manufacturer | Anhui Seeker Electronic Technology Co., LTD. |
| Product Dimensions | 3.07 x 2.36 x 0.71 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** XikeStor
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Data Link Protocol:** Gigabit Ethernet
- **Data Transfer Rate:** 2.5 Gigabits Per Second
- **Hardware Interface:** PCIE x 1
- **Item Weight:** 0.11 Pounds
- **Manufacturer:** Anhui Seeker Electronic Technology Co., LTD.
- **Product Dimensions:** 3.07"L x 2.36"W x 0.71"H

## Images

![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 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LAlI+sH+L.jpg)

## 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 <targetIP>, port 5201 [ 5] local <sourceIP> port 58840 connected to <targetIP> 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ works great in a trueNAS system
*by G***N on December 23, 2025*

Noticeable improvement in throughput even with the rest of the network on 1GB infrastructure (e.g. 1GB hubs and 1GB ethernet on client systems). Installed without issue. Immediately recognized by BSD Linux installation it's running under.

### ⭐ 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

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