StarTech.com 1 Port PCIe Gigabit Network Card

Product Diagram

The product is a PCIe Gigabit Network Card. The diagram illustrates its key components:

• 1. Bracket: The mounting bracket that secures the card in a computer's expansion slot. Both low-profile and full-height brackets are included.
• 2. Link/Activity LED Indicators: Two LEDs near the Ethernet port that display network link status and data transmission activity.
• 3. Ethernet Port: A standard RJ45 connector for plugging in an Ethernet network cable.
• 4. PCIe x1 Connector: The edge connector that interfaces with the computer's PCI Express slot.

Requirements

• A computer with an available PCI Express Slot (x1, x4, x8, or x16).

For the latest requirements, please visit:

• www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX2
• www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX2L

Package Contents

• PCIe Network Card x 1
• Low-Profile Bracket (ST1000SPEX2) / Standard Profile Bracket (ST1000SPEX2L) x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1

Installation

Install the PCI Express Card

WARNING! PCI Express Cards can be severely damaged by static electricity. Ensure you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or touching the PCI Express Card. Use an Anti-Static Strap or discharge static electricity by touching a large grounded metal surface for several seconds. Handle the PCI Express Card by its edges and do not touch the gold connectors.

1. Turn off your computer and any peripheral devices connected to it (e.g., Printers, External Hard Drives).
2. Unplug the power cable from the back of your computer.
3. Disconnect any peripheral devices that are connected to your computer.
4. Remove the cover from your computer case. Consult your computer's documentation for safe removal instructions.
5. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the corresponding slot cover plate from the back of your computer case. This card works in PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16 slots.
6. Gently insert the PCI Express Card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the back of the computer case.
7. Note: If installing the PCI Express Card into a Small Form Factor or Low-Profile Desktop System, it may be necessary to replace the pre-installed standard Full-Height Bracket with the included Low-Profile Bracket.
8. Return the cover back onto your computer case.
9. Reconnect the power cable to the back of your computer.
10. Reconnect all of the peripheral devices that were disconnected in step 3.
11. Turn on your computer and peripheral devices.

Driver Installation

For Windows

1. On your computer, open an Internet Browser and navigate to www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX2 or www.startech.com/ST1000SPEX2L.
2. Click the "Drivers & Downloads" tab.
3. Under "Driver(s)", download the driver for your operating system.
4. Extract the contents of the driver package.
5. Execute the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish installing the driver.

For Linux Systems

1. Extract the contents of the driver package.
2. Follow the installation instructions on the accompanying README.txt file.

Verify Driver Installation

Windows

1. On your computer, navigate to the Device Manager.
2. Under "Network Adapters", right-click "Realtek PCIe GbE Family Controller" and click "Properties".
3. Confirm that the driver is installed and working as expected.

Linux

1. Open a command line terminal.
2. Run the command: lsmod | grep r8168
3. Verify that the driver is present in the command line output.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC - Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.