The N-1280 M.2 1-Port 2.5GbE Network Adapter delivers high-speed Ethernet in an ultra-compact design, perfect for embedded and small-form-factor systems. Powered by the Intel® I226-V controller, it offers reliable 2.5 Gigabit performance with advanced features including jumbo frame support, VLAN tagging, Wake-on-LAN, PXE boot, and hardware offloading for TCP/UDP tasks. It also supports Energy Efficient Ethernet and DMA Coalescing for reduced power consumption. This adapter uses the M.2 2230 A+E key interface, making it ideal for platforms that lack traditional PCIe slots—such as mini PCs, fanless industrial systems, and edge computing devices. Connecting via PCIe Gen3 x1, it ensures low-latency, highbandwidth communication directly with the CPU. Its tiny footprint and compact design simplify integration and improve thermal efficiency in tight enclosures. Suitable for both professional and home offices, this NIC enhances file transfers, streaming, gaming, and cloud workloads. Overall, the M.2 2.5GbE Network Adapter with Intel I226-V balances high performance, compact design, and power efficiency for next-generation connectivity needs.
Features
PCIe Gen2 x1
M.2 2230 A+E Key
Adds one RJ45 Ethernet port via a 30cm coaxial cable
Up to 9KB Jumbo Frame
Supports 2.5G/1G/100M/10M network speeds
Supports WoL and Preboot
IP, TCP and UDP Checksum Offloading (IPv4/IPv6) Capabilities
Requirements
Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
Linux Kernel 3.16 or Later
Package Contents
1 x M.2 1-Port 2.5G Network Adapter
1 x User Manual
PCIe FH and LP brackets are optional parts.
