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product_id: 534652599
title: "IO Crest 10 Gigabit M.2 M Key Ethernet Network Expansion Card"
brand: "io crest"
price: "$395"
currency: NZD
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reviews_count: 10
category: "Io Crest"
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# 10 GbE blazing speed Energy Efficient Ethernet Compact M.2 form factor IO Crest 10 Gigabit M.2 M Key Ethernet Network Expansion Card

**Brand:** io crest
**Price:** $395
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your network game with IO Crest’s 10 GbE powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IO Crest 10 Gigabit M.2 M Key Ethernet Network Expansion Card by io crest
- **How much does it cost?** $395 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/534652599-io-crest-10-gigabit-m-2-m-key-ethernet-network)

## Best For

- io crest enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted io crest brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power-Savvy Networking:** Leverages Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) to reduce power consumption while maintaining top-tier throughput.
- • **Sleek M.2 Compact Design:** Optimized for M.2 slots, this card fits seamlessly into slim, low-power devices without sacrificing performance.
- • **Blazing 10 Gigabit Speeds:** Experience ultra-fast data transfer with support for 10 GbE, 5 GbE, 2.5 GbE, and 1 GbE standards—future-proof your network.
- • **Plug & Play Compatibility:** Seamlessly integrates with Windows 10/11 and modern Linux distros, ensuring hassle-free setup for professionals on the go.
- • **Advanced Network Offloading:** Boost CPU efficiency with TCP/UDP/IP checksum offloading, VLAN tagging, jumbo frames, and TCP segmentation support.

## Overview

The IO Crest 10 Gigabit M.2 M Key Ethernet Network Expansion Card delivers cutting-edge multi-gigabit Ethernet speeds in a compact M.2 form factor. Engineered with the AQC107 chipset, it supports 10 GbE down to 1 GbE standards, optimized for low power consumption and advanced offloading features. Ideal for professionals seeking high-speed, energy-efficient networking in compact devices, it ensures robust performance across Windows and Linux platforms, making it a versatile choice for next-gen enterprise and data center environments.

## Description

The AQC107 chipset in M.2 format is a high-performance, low power consumption Ethernet controller that is designed for use in next-generation networking applications. This chipset is built with advanced technology that supports the latest Ethernet standards, including 10 GbE, 5 GbE, 2.5 GbE, and 1 GbE. The AQC107 is optimized for use in M.2 form factor devices, making it a great choice for compact, low-power network adapters and other Ethernet-connected products. With its compact size and low power consumption, the AQC107 chipset in M.2 format provides a cost-effective and efficient solution for high-speed Ethernet networking. Additionally, it features a robust design that is built to withstand harsh industrial environments, making it ideal for use in a wide range of applications, including data centers, cloud computing, and enterprise networks.

Review: Gets HOT, but pulls data at 10GbE. Requires Thunderbolt, not just USB 4! - Have not used it for extended periods of time, but seems to work correctly when combined with a USB4 or Thunderbolt4 port. It does get HOT, so don't put anything on top of it. Windows 11 driver worked just fine out of the box, but I did tweak some settings. I do this on all my Ethernet adapters. If your USB4 port is not also Thunderbolt, this device will not show up as a network adapter. It uses the Aquantia chip. It will show up as a USB device with no function.
Review: Is revision 03, but be wary of Linux/BSD use - Edit: as of XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9725 this adapter is now recognized and works as-expected! Thanks to ms49434 and zoon01 for applying a kernel patch to accept the PHY that is present. Original review follows. The adapter arrived in a small, cardboard box. The heatsink is attached securely. A hardware check indicates that the chip is revision 03. Under Windows 10/11, the adapter is usable with no additional effort or configuration on the user's side. Under Linux/FreeBSD, the adapter may or may not work depending on the version of the driver used to attempt init. Under FreeBSD specifically, support for the I225 was added in 13.1 via 𝚒𝚐𝚌, however the driver performs an unnecessary PHY vendor ID check, which may fail if the adapter reports an ID that isn't listed in an internal table. The fix (recommended by Intel themselves) is to no longer perform this check and instead assume a PHY for all I225 adapters. This fix is available in FreeBSD 13.2 and/or 14, and would need to be backported if using anything earlier. Examples; TrueNAS Scale 22.12.0 supports this adapter, while XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9687 (latest as of this review) includes 𝚒𝚐𝚌, but fails to init with the adapter I received.

## Features

- Supports the latest Ethernet standards, including 10 GbE, 5 GbE, 2.5 GbE, and 1 GbE
- Optimized for use in M.2 form factor devices, making it a great choice for compact, low-power network adapters
- Low power consumption, providing a cost-effective and efficient solution for high-speed Ethernet networking
- Supports advanced features such as TCP/UDP/IP checksum offloading, VLAN tagging, jumbo frames, and TCP segmentation
- Compliant with industry standards, including PCI Express, IEEE 802.3, and Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
- Provides a flexible and scalable solution that can be customized to meet the specific requirements of different applications and environments.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BWSLSK78 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #46 in Internal Computer Networking Cards |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (1,085) |
| Date First Available | February 24, 2023 |
| Item Weight | 3.17 ounces |
| Manufacturer | IO Crest |
| Package Dimensions | 5.39 x 3.98 x 1.1 inches; 3.17 ounces |
| Release date | February 24, 2023 |
| Type of item | Electronics |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** IO CREST
- **Hardware Interface:** Ethernet, PCI
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Desktop
- **Data Link Protocol:** Ethernet, IEEE 802.3
- **Data Transfer Rate:** 10000 Megabits Per Second
- **Item Weight:** 0.09 Kilograms
- **UPC:** 850039353185
- **Manufacturer:** IO Crest

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gets HOT, but pulls data at 10GbE. Requires Thunderbolt, not just USB 4!
*by T***Y on June 22, 2025*

Have not used it for extended periods of time, but seems to work correctly when combined with a USB4 or Thunderbolt4 port. It does get HOT, so don't put anything on top of it. Windows 11 driver worked just fine out of the box, but I did tweak some settings. I do this on all my Ethernet adapters. If your USB4 port is not also Thunderbolt, this device will not show up as a network adapter. It uses the Aquantia chip. It will show up as a USB device with no function.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Is revision 03, but be wary of Linux/BSD use
*by E***Y on February 25, 2023*

Edit: as of XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9725 this adapter is now recognized and works as-expected! Thanks to ms49434 and zoon01 for applying a kernel patch to accept the PHY that is present. Original review follows. The adapter arrived in a small, cardboard box. The heatsink is attached securely. A hardware check indicates that the chip is revision 03. Under Windows 10/11, the adapter is usable with no additional effort or configuration on the user's side. Under Linux/FreeBSD, the adapter may or may not work depending on the version of the driver used to attempt init. Under FreeBSD specifically, support for the I225 was added in 13.1 via 𝚒𝚐𝚌, however the driver performs an unnecessary PHY vendor ID check, which may fail if the adapter reports an ID that isn't listed in an internal table. The fix (recommended by Intel themselves) is to no longer perform this check and instead assume a PHY for all I225 adapters. This fix is available in FreeBSD 13.2 and/or 14, and would need to be backported if using anything earlier. Examples; TrueNAS Scale 22.12.0 supports this adapter, while XigmaNAS 13.1.0.5.9687 (latest as of this review) includes 𝚒𝚐𝚌, but fails to init with the adapter I received.

### ⭐ Linux/Fast/Stable
*by D***N on July 28, 2025*

Linux plug and play. Works great on 6x kernels. 600MB/s to and from my TruNAS machine running four Hitachi 10TB platter drives in zraid. Performance is steady and stable. EDIT Nov.25 Updated to 1 star. Less if I could. I've had two of these burn out this year and had to return them. Still recognized as present but fail to connect or get an IP. Real pain too because I have to remove my 4090 bracket to remove the card. Truly happy this works because it's the only x1 card I could find. Most of my board is blocked off by my RTX4090 and brace. Only other exposed slot is x8 but it has a card with 4x m.2 nvme drives on it. EDIT 8/16/2025 The card lasted less than three weeks and died. Does not recognize that a cable is even plugged in. I bought two and the second is working in place of the failed nic. We will see how long that lasts.

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