Introduction

The PEX10000SFP 10 Gigabit Fiber Network Card is a cost-effective solution that delivers fast and reliable 10 Gbps network access at longer distances than copper-based networks. Using the SFP+ transceiver of your choice, you can connect your PCI Express-based server or workstation directly to your 10G fiber optic network.

Faster Networking Speed

With the rising strain on network resources due to large file transfers, multimedia content, and an increase in network users, more bandwidth is often required at various levels of your networking infrastructure. With up to 10 Gbps bandwidth, this fiber NIC lets you transfer more data at faster speeds, and is an ideal low-cost addition to your server or high-powered workstation.

Greater Flexibility & Distance

The PEX10000SFP adapts to your network fiber connection and distance requirements to offer flexible configuration via an open SFP+ slot, and is compatible with most [%group id="102" text="10GbE SFP+ transceivers" append_qs="filter_NETWORKSPEED=10+Gbps"%]. With broad SFP+ compatibility this cost-effective fiber card lets you use your preferred SFP+ module, giving you more options to connect your computer directly to a fiber network at greater distances.

Superior Power Efficiency

For improved operating efficiency, the PEX10000SFP features an energy-efficient Tehuti TN4010 chipset that offers significantly reduced power consumption versus most comparable cards, including the Intel 82599 chipset cards. Superior power efficiency also helps minimize heat generated by the card, in turn avoiding an increase in the operating temperature within your server case.

Power Consumption Benchmark

Chipset	Power Consumption	Speed
Approximately 40% less power consumption compared to the Intel 82599 chipset
Tehuti TN4010 - PEX10000SFP	<2.0W	@ 10 Gbps
Intel 82599	3.4W	@ 10 Gbps

This versatile 10 Gbps network card offers 16K Jumbo Frame and 802.1q VLAN tagging support, as well as compatibility with VMWare ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization software, and iSCSI support to combine LAN and SAN functions.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Benefits

• Scale your network performance to meet increased demand, with 10 Gbps speed over greater distances than standard copper networks
• Adapt to your network configuration using the 10GbE fiber transceiver module of your choice, through an open SFP+ slot
• Reduce power consumption and costs, with an energy-efficient and cost-effective chipset

Features

• Faster networking with up to 10Gbps over fiber optic cabling
• Broad SFP+ compatibility and compliant with most 10 Gigabit SFP+ modules (10GBASE-LR/SR/LRM)
• Lower power consumption (4.12W max) than most comparable cards, with an energy-efficient chipset
• Virtualization (VMWare ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V ) and iSCSI support
• Compliant with IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-LR/SR only) and IEEE 802.3aq (10GBASE-LRM)
• Up to 16K Jumbo Frame support
• Supports 802.3ad (Link Aggregation) and 802.1Q (VLAN Tagging)
• Compliant with PCI Express Rev 2.0 specification, using PCIe x4 (or higher) slot
• Supports Checksum Offload (IP, TCP, UDP) and Large Send Offload
• Supports PCI Message Signaled Interrupt (MSI)
• Configured with standard-profile bracket, low-profile/half-height bracket included, ideal for installation in 1U server and rackmount applications

Specification

Connector Type(s): PCI Express x4 Male

External Ports: SFP+ Slot Female

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Storage Temperature: -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F)

Humidity: 20~80% RH (Non-Condensing)

Ports: 1

Interface: Fiber (10 Gigabit Ethernet)

Bus Type: PCI Express

Card Type: Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.)

Industry Standards: IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-LR/SR only), IEEE 802.3aq (10GBASE-LRM)

Chipset ID: Tehuti - TN4010 AMCC - QT2025

LED Indicators: Link/Activity (Green)

Shipping (Package) Weight: 147 g [5.2 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 20000 Mbps (20 Gbps) - Full-Duplex

Compatible Networks: 10 Gbps

Full Duplex Support: Yes

Jumbo Frame Support: 16K max.

MTBF: 38,400 hours

Supported Protocols: IEEE 802.3ad (Link Aggregation)

Product Length: 84 mm [3.3 in]

Product Width: 18 mm [0.7 in]

Product Height: 120 mm [4.7 in]

Product Weight: 50 g [1.8 oz]

Power Consumption (In Watts): 4.12W Max

OS Compatibility: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10

System and Cable Requirements: Available PCI Express x4 slot

Not compatible with 10/100/1000 Mbps SFP transceivers, 10 Gigabit SFP+ transceiver required

Note: Fiber data transfer speeds and distances are dependent on the SFP used (sold separately)

Included in Package: 1 Port PCI Express 10GBase-LR/SR/LRM Fiber Network Card

Low-Profile Bracket

Driver CD

Instruction Manual