DeLOCK PCI Express x1 Card 81260 1 x RJ45 5 Gigabit LAN RTL8126

The DeLOCK PCI Express x1 Card 81260 provides a single RJ45 network port with a maximum data transfer rate of 5 Gbps. Equipped with the RTL8126 chipset, this wired Ethernet adapter connects via a PCI Express x1 slot and supports conventional copper cabling for higher-speed local network links.

Advantages

The card supports NBASE-T technology allowing automatic negotiation of 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps and 5 Gbps speeds over standard Ethernet cabling. Compatibility with common IEEE networking standards and the PCI Express host interface ensures broad interoperability and stable wired performance for desktop systems.

Suitable for

• Upgrading a desktop PC with a single 5 Gigabit Ethernet port
• High-bandwidth local network tasks such as large file transfers and backups
• Small office or home network environments requiring faster wired connections

Key specifications

• Brand: DELOCK
• Model / MPN: 81260
• Interface: PCI Express x1 host interface
• Network port: 1 x RJ45
• Maximum data transfer rate: 5000 Mbit/s (5 Gbps)
• Chipset: RTL8126
• Standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q
• Connectivity technology: Wired Ethernet

How to use

Power off the computer and insert the card into an available PCI Express x1 slot on the motherboard. Secure the card to the chassis, connect a suitable Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6a Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port and to your network switch or router. Power on the system; the card will negotiate the highest supported link speed automatically. Install any required drivers for your operating system if not recognized automatically.

Recommendations

For best results use quality Cat5e or higher cabling and ensure the motherboard BIOS and operating system have the latest updates and drivers to enable full 2.5 Gbps and 5 Gbps functionality.