LevelOne Gigabit Fiber PCIe Network Card, 1 x SC Multi-Mode Fiber, Low Profile Bracket included

The LevelOne Gigabit Fiber PCIe Network Card GNC-0200 is a PCI Express x1 multimode fiber network adapter designed for desktop systems and compact PCs. Based on the Intel 82575EB controller, the adapter delivers Gigabit Ethernet performance over a single SC multimode fiber port and includes a low-profile bracket for installation in small form-factor cases. The card supports PCI Express 2.0a and is intended for wired fiber-optic network environments with a maximum data transfer rate of 1000 Mbit/s.

Advantages

The GNC-0200 provides high performance and reliability through the Intel 82575EB dual integrated MAC + PHY/SERDES controller, low power consumption and an ultra-deep packet buffer that helps reduce CPU utilization. Hardware acceleration features can offload TCP/UDP/IP checksum calculations and TCP segmentation from the host processor. The card supports common Ethernet standards and offers a single SC multimode fiber interface for Gigabit 1000Base-SX connectivity.

Suitable for

• Desktop workstations requiring fiber-optic Gigabit connectivity
• Small form-factor PCs using the included low-profile bracket
• Data-intensive environments and switches that use 1000Base-SX multimode fiber links
• Systems needing reliable wired network interfaces with low CPU overhead

Key specifications

• Model: LevelOne GNC-0200
• Interface: PCI Express x1 (PCI Express 2.0a compatible)
• Fiber interface: Single SC multimode fiber (1000Base-SX)
• Maximum data transfer rate: 1000 Mbit/s
• Controller: Intel 82575EB (dual integrated MAC + PHY / SERDES)
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q
• Includes low-profile bracket; weight: 0.067 kg

How to use

Install the GNC-0200 into an available PCI Express x1 slot or a compatible PCIe slot on the desktop motherboard, secure the bracket appropriate for your chassis (standard or low-profile), then connect an SC multimode fiber patch cable to the card’s SC port. After physical installation, power on the system and install the operating system drivers for the Intel 82575EB controller if they are not provided automatically. Configure network settings (IP, VLAN, link aggregation) according to your network topology and requirements.

Recommendations

For optimal performance use multimode fiber cabling and transceivers rated for 1000Base-SX, ensure firm seating of the card in the PCIe slot and apply manufacturer drivers and firmware updates. In virtualized or high-throughput environments, enable hardware offload features to reduce CPU load.