729857-005 - IBM PRO 10/100 PCI Network Interface Card

SKU 729857-005

Brand IBM

100 Megabits per second (Mb/s) data transfer rate
Single RJ45 Ethernet port
PCI Express (PCIe) interface for high-speed connectivity
Designed for Fast Ethernet networks
Plug-and-play installation (typically)
Compatible with standard PC motherboards

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Key specifications

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Model: 729857-005
Brand: Intel
Port Type: RJ45
Speed: 100 Mb/s (Fast Ethernet)
Interface: PCIe
Number of Ports: 1

Product details

The Intel 729857-005 is a single-port Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) that operates at 100 Megabits per second (Mb/s) over an RJ45 connector. It utilizes a PCI Express (PCIe) interface for connection to the motherboard.

Technical Information

Model	729857-005
Brand	Intel
Port Type	RJ45

Additional Specifications

Speed	100 Mb/s (Fast Ethernet)
Interface	PCIe
Number of Ports	1

Description

The Intel 729857-005 is a dedicated network interface card (NIC) designed to provide reliable 100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity to a computer system. This card is ideal for upgrading older systems, adding a secondary network connection, or replacing a faulty onboard network adapter in environments that utilize Fast Ethernet infrastructure. The single RJ45 port ensures compatibility with standard Ethernet cables, making it easy to integrate into existing network setups. Utilizing the PCI Express (PCIe) bus, this NIC offers a significant bandwidth advantage over older PCI-based cards, ensuring efficient data transfer between the network and the computer's system memory. The 100 Mbps speed is sufficient for many basic networking tasks, including internet browsing, file sharing on smaller networks, and connecting to legacy network devices. Intel's reputation for producing high-quality and reliable networking hardware means this card is built for stable performance. Installation is typically straightforward, involving inserting the card into an available PCIe slot on the motherboard and installing the necessary drivers, which are usually provided by Intel or are available through the operating system. The 729857-005 is a practical and cost-effective solution for ensuring robust network connectivity in desktop computers, workstations, or small servers where Gigabit Ethernet speeds are not a requirement.

Condition: Refurbished