Network Card QNAP QXG-5G2T-111C

QNAP network expansion cards provide a cost-effective way for businesses and organizations to increase the network bandwidth of their QNAP NAS, enabling better performance for intensive data transfers and virtualization. The 5 GbE expansion card supports transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps and can be deployed using existing cabling.

Advantages

The 5 GbE card upgrades NAS network throughput without requiring new cable infrastructure, reducing deployment cost and complexity. It is suitable for environments with heavy file transfers and virtual machines, offering a straightforward path to higher network performance while remaining compatible with common networking equipment.

Key specifications

• Interface: 5 Gigabit Ethernet (5 GbE)
• Maximum speed: up to 5 Gbps
• Compatibility: designed for QNAP NAS systems
• Cabling: supports use with existing network cables

How to use

Install the card into an available expansion slot on a compatible QNAP NAS following the NAS hardware installation instructions. After physical installation, configure network settings in the NAS administration interface to enable the 5 GbE port and set IP addressing or link aggregation as required by your network topology.

Recommendations

Verify NAS model compatibility and firmware requirements before purchase. Test the 5 GbE link with your existing cabling and switches to confirm end-to-end support for 5 Gbps speeds; consider switch upgrades if necessary.