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title: TP-Link TX201 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter
date: 2024-09-05T18:38:02Z
modified: 2026-05-22T11:05:11Z
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excerpt: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Multi-Speed Compatibility, 1× PCI Express 2.1 x 1, 1× RJ45 Gigabit/Megabit Port, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3x
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- Blazing Speed – 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet unlock the highest performance of your Multi-Gig bandwidth and devices. Whether local data transfer or Internet access, the TX201 is up to the task.†
- Versatile Compatibility – With extreme speed and ultra-low latency, 2.5GBase-T is backwards compatible with Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, automatically negotiating between higher and lower speed connections.
- Low-Profile and Full-Height Brackets – In addition to the standard bracket, a low-profile bracket is provided for mini tower computer cases. Customized options give you the flexibility to find a bracket that perfectly fits your board design.
- Comprehensive System Support – Fully compatible with Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Windows Servers 2022/2019/2016/2012 R2/2012/2008 R2, Linux.‡

**HARDWARE FEATURES**
Standards and Protocols: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3x

InterfaceL: 1× PCI Express 2.1 x 1, 1× RJ45 Gigabit/Megabit Port

Network Media : 2.5GBASE-T/1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX

LED: 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, and 100/10 Mbps Link/Act

Data Rates:
– 10Mbps, 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps for Half-Duplex mode,
– 20Mbps, 200 Mbps, 2 Gbps, 5 Gbps, for Full-Duplex mode

Dimensions: 120.8 × 98.2 × 21.5 mm (4.8 × 3.9 × 0.8 in)

Flow Control: 802.3x