10G Dual Port Network Card X540-T2 PCIe X8/X16 RJ45 for NAS & PC
10G Dual Port Network Card X540-T2 PCIe X8/X16 RJ45 for NAS & PC
OULLX X540-T2 Dual Port 10G Ethernet Network Adapter – PCIe X8/X16 RJ45
Supercharge your server, NAS, or desktop PC with blazing-fast 10 Gigabit connectivity. The OULLX X540-T2 dual-port network adapter is built on the proven Intel X540 chipset, delivering two independent RJ45 ports at up to 10Gbps each — perfect for Synology NAS, home lab servers, and high-throughput workstations that demand maximum bandwidth.
Key Specifications
- Chipset: Intel X540-AT2
- Max Transfer Rate: 10 Gbps per port
- Ports: 2 × RJ45 (supports 1G and 10G; does not support 2.5G)
- Interface: PCIe X8 (fully compatible with PCIe X16 slots)
- Installation: Internal add-on card
- Required Cable: CAT6 or higher for 10G speeds
Compatibility at a Glance
Best compatibility: ATX / MATX / EATX motherboards — newer platforms such as B150, B650, X570, X99, Z97, H410, Q370, B360 have been validated to work well.
Limited / poor compatibility: ITX motherboards and older platforms such as B75, B85, H61, H81, H67 — these may not recognise the card or may prevent the system from booting.
Not supported: macOS / Mac PCs. Linux installation requires advanced technical knowledge; please ensure you are comfortable with Linux driver management before purchasing.
Supported Operating Systems
- Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 (driver installation required)
- Windows Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022
- VMware ESXi 6.5 / 6.7 / 7.0
- Red Hat 7.6–7.9, 8.1–8.3 (64-bit)
- SUSE 12.5, 15.2, 15.3 (64-bit)
- Ubuntu Desktop 18.04 / 20.04 (64-bit)
Important Notes Before You Buy
- To achieve full 10G speeds, your network cable (CAT6+), switch/router, and broadband connection must all support 10G.
- This card runs warm under load — additional case airflow or a dedicated cooling fan is strongly recommended, especially in home desktop environments.
- After installation, download and install the appropriate driver for your OS from the official Intel support page (search "Intel X540-AT2 driver").
- Verify your motherboard's PCIE slot type before purchase. Preferably use a PCIE X8 or X16 slot managed by the platform controller hub for best results.
- Some GIGABYTE motherboards may require specific BIOS settings to recognise the card — refer to product images for guidance.
Why Choose the X540-T2?
- ✅ Two independent 10G ports for link aggregation, failover, or multi-device connectivity
- ✅ Backward-compatible with 1G networks — no need to upgrade your entire infrastructure at once
- ✅ Ideal for Synology NAS, TrueNAS, Proxmox, and virtualisation environments
- ✅ Wide OS support including Windows Server and major Linux distributions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the X540-T2 dual port network card compatible with Synology NAS devices?
A: Yes — the X540-T2 PCIe network adapter is widely used with Synology NAS enclosures that feature an available PCIe expansion slot. It provides two RJ45 10G ports, enabling high-speed file transfers and network-attached storage performance. Always verify your specific Synology model's expansion slot specifications before purchasing.
Q: Do I need to install drivers for this 10G Ethernet card on Windows 10 or Windows 11?
A: Yes. Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 all require a driver to be installed after fitting the card. You can download the official Intel X540-AT2 driver from Intel's support website. The card will not function correctly without the appropriate driver for your operating system version.
Q: What type of network cable is required to achieve 10G speeds with this adapter?
A: You must use at least a CAT6 (Category 6) Ethernet cable to achieve 10 Gigabit speeds. CAT6A or CAT7 cables are recommended for longer cable runs. Note that the card supports 1G and 10G only — it does not support 2.5G or 5G intermediate speeds.
Q: Does this PCIe network card fit in an X16 slot even though it is designed for X8?
A: Yes. The X540-T2 is designed for a PCIe X8 slot but is physically and electrically compatible with a PCIe X16 slot. It will operate correctly in either slot type, making it easy to install in most ATX, MATX, and EATX desktop motherboards.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.