--- product_id: 35094500 title: "ipolex 10Gb Network Card Compatible for Intel X540-T2 PCIE Ethernet Card with X540-BT2 Chip, Dual RJ45 Port, 10G Converged Network LAN Adapter, Support Windows/Linux/Vmware/ESX/Freebsd Server" brand: "ipolex" price: "348.15 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/35094500-ipolex-10gb-network-card-compatible-for-intel-x540-t2-pcie store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 10Gbps blazing speed Dual RJ45 ports for max connectivity Intel X540-BT2 controller with SR-IOV ipolex 10Gb Network Card Compatible for Intel X540-T2 PCIE Ethernet Card with X540-BT2 Chip, Dual RJ45 Port, 10G Converged Network LAN Adapter, Support Windows/Linux/Vmware/ESX/Freebsd Server **Brand:** ipolex **Price:** 348.15 DT **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Upgrade your network to 10G speed and never look back! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ipolex 10Gb Network Card Compatible for Intel X540-T2 PCIE Ethernet Card with X540-BT2 Chip, Dual RJ45 Port, 10G Converged Network LAN Adapter, Support Windows/Linux/Vmware/ESX/Freebsd Server by ipolex - **How much does it cost?** 348.15 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/35094500-ipolex-10gb-network-card-compatible-for-intel-x540-t2-pcie) ## Best For - ipolex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ipolex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Dual RJ45 Ports:** Maximize your connectivity options with two 10G Ethernet ports supporting up to 100m Cat6a cables. - β€’ **Blazing 10Gbps Throughput:** Experience ultra-fast data transfer that future-proofs your network infrastructure. - β€’ **Intel X540-BT2 Powerhouse:** Leverage the industry-leading Intel controller with SR-IOV for enhanced virtualization and network efficiency. - β€’ **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Seamlessly integrates with Windows, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and more for versatile deployment. - β€’ **Enterprise-Grade Reliability:** Backed by a 3-year warranty, lifetime tech support, and a 30-day free return policy for risk-free upgrades. ## Overview The ipolex 10Gb Network Card Intel X540-T2 is a high-performance PCIe NIC featuring dual 10G RJ45 ports powered by the Intel X540-BT2 controller. Designed for professional-grade networking, it supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows, Linux, VMware, and FreeBSD. Ideal for demanding environments, it delivers up to 10Gbps data transfer speeds over Cat6a cables up to 100 meters, with advanced virtualization support (SR-IOV). This card comes with a 3-year warranty, lifetime technical support, and a 30-day return policy, ensuring a reliable and future-proof network upgrade. ## Description X540-10G-2T-X8 X540-10G-1T-X8 X550-10G-1T-X4 X550-10G-2T-X4 I350-GE-4T-X4 82576-GE-2T-X1 82576-GE-2T-X4 Swipe to learn more... Ipolex is a professional supplier of cost-optimized & high-performance networking products for home, office, data center, and AI applications. Providing satisfied consumers from 57 countries and regions worldwide with outstanding Fiber Transceiver, SFP Cables, Fiber media converters, and Network Adapter Cards for over 10 years, Ipolex strives for high performance, wonderful quality, frustration-free packages, and easy-to-reach support. ## Features - π€π­π­πžπ§π­π’π¨π§: 1) You should install the Windows 10 driver and follow the direction of "how to set up Windows 11" to set up. 2) The Dell and HPE servers require MCU info matching the host OS; however, this NIC doesn't satisfy. Please contact us before making a purchase. - ππŽπ“π„: Data rate: 10Gbps/1Gbps; NON FOR 5G/2.5G; NON SUPPORT HOT SWAPING! - 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨π₯π₯𝐞𝐫: Intel X540-BT2 controller, supports single-root I/O virtualization (SR-IOV) to improve network performance. - π’π²π¬π­πžπ¦: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Windows7/8/10, Linux, VMware ESX/ESXi 5/6/7, FreeBSD 11/12/13/14, Ubuntu 20/22. - π’π©πžπœ.: Dual 10G RJ45 ports, up to 100m @Cat.6a. Full height and low profile bracket for standard computer and servers. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B01IR7T7PG | | Best Sellers Rank | #76 in Internal Computer Networking Cards | | Brand | ipolex | | Built In Media | Industry Leading Supportβ€” Your purchase comes with Ipolex's unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, featuring a 30-Day Free Return policy for hassle-free refunds, a 3-Year Free Warranty protecting against defects and malfunctions, and Lifetime Technical Support for continuous expert assistance, ensuring your peace of mind and the long-term performance of your network card. | | Color | 1pc | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Compatible Operating System Family | Linux, Windows | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (255) 4.4 out of 5 stars | | Data Link Protocol | Ethernet | | Data Transfer Rate | 10000000000 bits_per_second | | Hardware Interface | PCIE x 8 | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 8.74"L x 5.83"W x 1.34"H | | Item Type Name | 10g nic | | Item Weight | 5.6 ounces | | Manufacturer | ipolex | | Mfr Part Number | X540-T2-Intel | | Model Number | X540-T2-Intel | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Upc | 603149414471 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ipolex - **Color:** 1pc - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Compatible Operating System Family:** Linux, Windows - **Data Link Protocol:** Ethernet - **Data Transfer Rate:** 10000000000 Bits Per Second - **Hardware Interface:** PCIE x 8 - **Item Weight:** 0.35 Pounds - **Product Dimensions:** 8.74"L x 5.83"W x 1.34"H - **UPC:** 603149414471 ## Images ![ipolex 10Gb Network Card Compatible for Intel X540-T2 PCIE Ethernet Card with X540-BT2 Chip, Dual RJ45 Port, 10G Converged Network LAN Adapter, Support Windows/Linux/Vmware/ESX/Freebsd Server - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/214DDJ1XAvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Under linux, what driver-packages allow card software settings and namely 'os, software bifurcation' from the 'card's harware bifurcation'?** A: Any non-EOL version of linux will have the driver with the stock kernel **Q: Should most sfp+ adapters work in this unit? are there any known exceptions? we are hoping to put in 1xsfp+ direct attach cable and 1xsfp copper...** A: The X520-DA2 is 10G port, it can work with Intel Compatible 10G Transceiver and SFP+ direct attach cable(DAC). **Q: Will it work in a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot?** A: Yes, our Intel X540-T2 network card can compatible PCIe 2.0 x8 slot. **Q: Does this card support sr-iov?** A: Yes, the Intel X550-T2 NIC support it. And ipolex also provide after-sale service, if there is any questions, please feel free to contact us. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ With this, all of your wildest dreams will come true. *by on Reviewed in the United States April 25, 2023* I mean it’s a 10gbps network card. Chances are your computer isn’t even man enough to serve 10gbps from its hard drives. Does your switch even lift 10gbps, bro? Does your Ethernet cabling have the testicular fortitude to handle all this Heman glow shine?When a NIC eats up an 8 channel PCI Express port and has a fan on it, you know it doesn’t duck around. You’re probably going to need a multi device raid to even deliver all that data. What’s nice is even if you can’t max the stream out, you have a bit of overhead so the network speed doesn’t grind to a crawl during a file transfer. Or if your network is saturated by large data traffic from multiple devices like IP cameras.If you have a solid capable NAS array, these cards really have a purpose for serving data at blistering speeds. Moving large raw movie files and such.The card itself is easy to install and the drivers were easy to find and get working. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great performance, awkward fit in a desktop case *by on Reviewed in the United States November 30, 2025* This card does what it is supposed to do. It negotiates at full speed and easily maxes out my connection without any drops or instability. Once it is set up, it just works and stays consistent.Setup was not completely plug and play for me. Windows did not install the driver automatically. I had to go into Device Manager, find the unknown network device, and manually point it to the driver I downloaded from the manufacturer. After that, the card came online and has been solid.The bigger issue was the physical fit. The metal port shield around the Ethernet connector is clearly designed with a server chassis in mind. In my standard RGB desktop case, the top of that shield hit the edge of the case and kept the bracket from seating properly. To make it work, I had to carefully trim the top of the metal shield down to roughly the height of the PCB so the card could sit flush in the slot. After that little bit of handiwork, it fit fine and has been working with no problems.Overall, performance is great and it fully saturates my line, but be aware that you need to install drivers manually and, depending on your case, you might have to do a bit of physical work to get it to fit right. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked as advertised for my Ubuntu Server *by on Reviewed in the United States May 18, 2026* Bought this for my Ubuntu server. Installed and has worked as advertised and was a value for the cost. As I upgrade my home network, I will buy more for my other servers. ## Frequently Bought Together - ipolex 10Gb Network Card Intel X540-T2 PCIE NIC Ethernet Card, Dual RJ45 Port, Intel X540-AT2 Controller, 10G Converged Network LAN Adapter, Support Windows/Linux/Vmware/ESX/Freebsd Server - TRENDnet 6-Port 10G Switch, 4 x 2.5G RJ-45 Base-T Ports, 2 x 10G RJ-45 Ports, 60Gbps Switching Capacity, Wall Mountable, 10 Gigabit Network Connections, Lifetime Protection, Black, TEG-S762 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/35094500-ipolex-10gb-network-card-compatible-for-intel-x540-t2-pcie](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/35094500-ipolex-10gb-network-card-compatible-for-intel-x540-t2-pcie) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-15*