Wavlink PCI-E to 2.5G Wired Network Card, 2Gbps High-Speed Ethernet Port Expansion for Gaming And E-Sports, Desktop Computer Internal Ethernet Adapter with RJ45 Port, NWP002

Half-duplex / Full-duplex

High-speed wired connection with stable low latency

Network Wake-up support allowing remote wake-up even when PC is off (requires BIOS Wake-on-LAN enabled)

Compatible with PCIe x1/x4/x8/x16 motherboard slots

Supports Windows 7/8/10/11 and Linux systems

Includes both long and short metal brackets for compatibility with standard and small form factor desktop cases

Gold-plated PCIe connector pins for enhanced conductivity and corrosion resistance

Fully shielded 8-pin RJ45 port to reduce signal attenuation and ensure stable data transmission

Metal heat sink fins for efficient cooling during prolonged full-load operation

1. Power off and unplug the computer.

2. Remove the case side panel.

3. Insert the network card into a PCIe x1 (or x4/x8/x16) slot on the motherboard.

4. Secure the card with screws using the appropriate bracket.

5. Connect the Ethernet cable to your router.

Testing data is from Wavlink laboratory and for reference only; actual network quality may vary.

Network Wake-on-LAN requires motherboard BIOS configuration; consult motherboard manual or online tutorials for setup.

Wired connection offers more stable and lower latency performance compared to WiFi.