Network Card Inter-Tech ST-7238

The Inter-Tech ST-7238 is a quadport Gigabit LAN adapter designed for server and workstation environments. Equipped with the integrated Intel i350 chipset, this internal PCI Express network card delivers wired Ethernet connections with a maximum transfer rate of 1000 Mbit/s per port and supports stable, high-speed networking for demanding setups.

Advantages

The Intel i350 chipset provides advanced offloading features and enhanced integration compared with standard chipsets, reducing load on the main CPU during network transfers. The quadport design offers multiple simultaneous Gigabit Ethernet connections in a single PCI Express slot, saving system expansion space while increasing network capacity and reliability.

Suitable for

• Server network uplinks and aggregation
• Virtualization hosts and hypervisors
• High-throughput file and application servers
• Workstations requiring multiple wired network interfaces

Key specifications

• Model: Network Card Inter-Tech ST-7238 (MPN: 77773010)
• Chipset: Intel i350
• Interface: PCI Express
• Ports: 4 × Gigabit Ethernet
• Maximum transfer rate: 1000 Mbit/s per port
• Internal: Yes
• EAN: 4260455647656

How to use

Install the Inter-Tech ST-7238 in an available PCI Express slot on a powered-off system, secure the card to the chassis, and connect network cables to the RJ45 ports. After powering on, install or verify the appropriate drivers in the operating system to enable the Intel i350 features and offloading. Configure network settings through your OS or network management tools according to your environment (bonding, VLANs, static IPs, or DHCP).

Recommendations

For optimal performance in server environments, use quality CAT5e or CAT6 cabling, ensure the system firmware and network drivers are up to date, and consider link aggregation or driver offload features for high-throughput or low-latency requirements.