Design
Product colour	Black, Metallic
Chipset	Intel® I350-AM4
LED indicators	Activity, Link
Internal
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Master (outer) case width	601 mm
Master (outer) case length	402 mm
Master (outer) case height	372 mm
Products per master (outer) case	80 pc(s)
Network
Maximum data transfer rate	2000 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Cabling technology	10/100/1000BaseT(X)
Ethernet LAN
Wake-on-LAN ready
Auto MDIX IEEE
Full duplex
Jumbo frames support
VLAN tagging
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 50 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80%
Packaging content
Mounting brackets included
Manual
Packaging data
Package width	392 mm
Package depth	198 mm
Package height	31 mm
Package weight	162 g
Low-profile bracket
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	PCI Express
Interface	Ethernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	4
Power
Power consumption (typical)	4.4 W
Sustainability
Sustainability compliance
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 S
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Linux operating systems supported
Technical details
Compliance certificates	CE, RoHS
Weight & dimensions
Width	18 mm
Depth	132 mm
Height	120 mm
Weight	95 g

The Startech.com network card ST4000SPEXI is a 4-Port PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet card with integrated Intel® I350-AM4 chipset, designed for use in servers, workstations and desktop computers. It enables the expansion of the network connection by four independent 10/100/1000BaseT(X) ports via a single PCI Express slot. The card is designed for stable and high-performance network connections and is particularly suitable for environments where access to multiple networks is required, such as in enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare or government agencies.

Applications

The card is used in IT environments where network connection expansion is required, for example to support virtualization, to provide redundant connections, or to access multiple networks from a single device. It is particularly suitable for systems with limited PCI Express slots, as it provides four Ethernet ports via a single slot. The card can also serve as a replacement for older network cards in existing systems.

Features and equipment in detail

The network card features four RJ-45 connectors and supports a maximum data transfer rate of 2000 Mbit/s in full-duplex mode, with each port transferring up to 1000 Mbit/s in each direction. IEEE 802.3ab compatibility ensures support for Gigabit Ethernet. The card supports Auto MDIX, so cabling works regardless of connection orientation (straight or crossover). Wake-on-LAN allows the system to be powered on via the network. Support for Jumbo Frames (up to 9K) improves efficiency when transferring large data volumes. VLAN-Tagging according to IEEE 802.1Q enables network segmentation. The card is equipped with Intel® Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c), which reduces system latency and improves network throughput in virtualized environments.

Technology explained simply

The Intel® I35牌-AM4 chipset ensures a stable and high-performance network connection. It supports advanced features such as Link Aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad), which allows multiple physical connections to be combined into a single logical connection to increase bandwidth. The card is wired and operates with Ethernet technology. The LED indicators for activity and link assist in diagnosing network connections. Power is supplied via the PCI Express slot, so no additional power supply is required. The card is designed for operation in a temperature range of 5 to 50 °C and can be operated at a relative humidity of 20 to 80 %.

Compatibility and accessories

The card is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 10/11 (all variants), Windows Server 2008 R2 to 2019, as well as Linux systems. Support also includes older systems such as Windows 2000 and Windows 7. The card is supplied with a Full Profile slot bracket and additionally includes a Low Profile/Half-height slot bracket, so it can be installed in various chassis form factors. The StarTech.com Connectivity Tools software suite, available at www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools, offers additional features such as Mac Address Pass-Through Utility and Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility, which improve network security and efficiency.

Installation and mounting

Installation is carried out by inserting the card into a free PCI Express slot. The card is supplied with a standard and a low-profile slot bracket, so it fits various chassis form factors. Mounting is done using the included mounting blocks. The card is designed for internal operation and is integrated into the computer or server. The operating instructions are included in the delivery and support installation and configuration.

Advantages in operation

The card offers a cost-effective and reliable solution for expanding network connections. The four independent Gigabit ports enable flexible use, e.g. for redundant connections, virtualization or access to multiple networks. Support for advanced features such as Jumbo Frames, VLAN-Tagging and Link Aggregation increases efficiency and performance. The dual-profile design increases compatibility with various chassis. The card is designed for use in professional environments and provides a stable network connection with low latency.