Intel EXPI9301CT User Manual

Intel® Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter
Bringing PCI Express* Gigabit Performance to the Desktop
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For PCs with PCI Express* (PCIe*) slots,
the Intel® Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter of-
fers the newest technology for maximiz-
ing system performance and increasing
end-user productivity. Specically, the
Intel Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter uses au-
to-negotiation to ensure the adapter runs
at the highest available network speed
(10, 100, or 1000 Mbps), and maintains full
bandwidth capacity with the dedicated
bandwidth of a PCIe input/output (I/O) bus
to provide connectivity you can count on.
Based on the low-power Intel® 82574L
Gigabit Ethernet Controller, this desktop
adapter offers optimal performance in
a low-cost, low-power, compact prole.
Teaming support and an array of other
advanced features enable customers to
use this adapter as an entry-level server
adapter as well.
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Fast servers and server connections are
important for high network performance.
However, server speed cannot overcome
the drag of slow desktop performance.
When a desktop PC initiates a transaction
with the network server, the server quick-
ly performs its portion of the transac-
tion, but must wait for the desktop PC to
complete its part of the transaction. The
slower the PC, the longer the server must
wait for transaction completion before
moving to the next transaction. With PCIe
Gb performance to the desktop, transac-
tions on the PC side complete signicantly
faster, allowing the network to service
more transactions faster.
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PCI Express is the third-generation I/O
standard with performance that super-
cedes the previous PCI and PCI-X* slot
standards. The key to PCIe performance is
its higher dedicated I/O bandwidth. Unlike
the PCI bus, which shares its I/O resources
with all devices on the bus, PCIe dedicates
its I/O to a single device. The Intel Gigabit
CT Desktop Adapter allows you to take ad-
vantage of this dedicated I/O by combining
Gigabit Ethernet with PCI Express to pro-
vide high-performance network connec-
tivity for desktops with PCI Express slots.
Make the Intel Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter
your choice for applications utilizing rich
media content such as video streaming,
web applications, music, and gaming.
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Like all Intel® Network Adapters, the Intel
Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter is supported
by Intel® PROSet Utility for Microsoft*
Device Manager and Intel® PRO intelligent
install. Intel PROSet simplies adapter
installation and gives you point-and-
click power for conguring and managing
all of your Intel Network Connections
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Network Connectivity

Intel EXPI9301CT Specifications

General

Model	EXPI9301CT
Category	PCI Card
Form Factor	Low Profile
Ports	1 x RJ-45
Data Rate	10/100/1000 Mbps
Chipset	Intel 82574L
Connector Type	RJ-45
IEEE Standards	802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab
Bus Type	PCI Express
Wake-on-LAN	Yes
Jumbo Frames	Yes
Product Type	Network Adapter
Controller	Intel
Compatibility	PC
Operating Systems Supported	Windows, Linux

Summary

Intel Gigabit CT Desktop Adapter Overview

Connectivity You Can Count On

Explains PCIe, auto-negotiation, bandwidth, and low-power controller for optimal performance.

Enhancing Desktop Performance

Details how desktop PC speed impacts network transaction times and overall performance.

PCI Express Makes Gigabit Ethernet Faster

Highlights PCIe advantages for high-performance Gigabit Ethernet and rich media applications.

Quick and Easy Installation

Mentions Intel PROSet Utility for simple installation and configuration.

Intel CT Desktop Adapter Features and Benefits

Key Features

Lists core features like Intel 82574L controller, PCIe x1 compatibility, and auto-negotiation.

Advanced Features

Covers ACPI, Wake on LAN, Remote Management, PROSet Utility, and cable diagnostics.

Order Codes and Companion Products

Provides product codes and suggests related Intel products for server/network planning.

Customer Support and Product Information

Outlines support services, warranty, and how to get more product information.

Specifications

General Specifications

Details product codes, connectors, IEEE standards, wiring, and platform features.

Adapter Product Features

Lists features like PROSet Utility, RoHS, plug-and-play, auto-negotiation, MAC/PHY, cable distance, and jumbo frames.

Network Management

Covers WfM, DMI 2.0, WMI, SNMP, ACPI, and Wake on LAN support.

Network Operating Systems Software Support

Lists supported operating systems including Windows, Linux, DOS, SCO, Novell, Xen, and ESX.

Technical Features

Details data rate, bus type/width/speed, interrupt levels, IEEE support, certifications, controller, power, and temperature.

Physical Dimensions

Provides measurements for length, width, and height of the end bracket.