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10Gb PCIe NIC Network Card, Single RJ45 Port, Aquantia AQC107 4X Ethernet LAN Controller, for Windows Server/Windows/Linux/ESX
10Gb PCIe NIC Network Card, Single RJ45 Port, Aquantia AQC107 4X Ethernet LAN Controller, for Windows Server/Windows/Linux/ESX
If you’re trying to add 10GbE to a build, this Aquantia AQC107-based NIC is the kind of card that forces you to think about PCIe lanes the right way. It’s a great example of why you can’t just “stick it in any long slot” and assume you’ll get the link width and bandwidth you expected.
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Pros
- +Solid way to add 10GbE over RJ45 to a DIY server or workstation
- +Good real-world example of a card that needs proper lane planning
Cons
- -Performance can be limited if installed in a downshifted or shared-lane slot
- -RJ45 10GbE can run hot in some builds depending on airflow
