ALLNET Radxa Dual 2.5GBit Router Hat M.2 for Raspberry Pi 5

The ALLNET Radxa Dual 2.5GBit Router Hat is a high-performance network expansion board designed specifically for the Raspberry Pi 5. It adds dual 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports and an M.2 NVMe SSD slot, transforming your Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerful router, firewall, or NAS frontend.

Advantages

With dual 2.5GbE ports, this HAT provides blazing-fast network throughput for demanding applications. The M.2 slot supports NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 form factors, enabling fast storage and NVMe boot. The included PCIe FPC cable and mounting hardware make installation straightforward.

Suitable for

• Building a high-speed router or firewall
• Creating a network-attached storage (NAS) frontend
• Home automation hub requiring fast networking
• Edge computing and IoT projects

Key specifications

• Product Type: Network Expansion Board (HAT)
• Compatibility: Raspberry Pi 5
• Ethernet Ports: 2x RJ45, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GBASE-T)
• M.2 Slot: M-Key, PCIe 2.0 x1, supports 2230/2242/2260/2280 NVMe SSDs
• Ethernet Controller: Realtek RTL8125B
• Host Interface: PCIe 2.0 x1 via FPC cable
• Power Supply: Via Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe connector
• LED Indicators: Link/Activity LEDs for Ethernet ports
• Form Factor: Raspberry Pi HAT
• Included Accessories: PCIe FPC cable, screws, standoffs

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use a high-quality NVMe SSD and ensure adequate cooling for the Raspberry Pi 5. This HAT is ideal for users seeking to upgrade their Raspberry Pi 5 into a capable networking device.