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product_id: 648177453
title: "IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 interface Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet Modules"
brand: "io crest"
price: "$86"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
category: "Io Crest"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/648177453-io-crest-m-2-m-key-pci-e-3-0
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# 5.0 Gbps blazing speed PCIe 3.0 M-Key compact interface Advanced VLAN & flow control IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 interface Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet Modules

**Brand:** io crest
**Price:** $86
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Upgrade your mini PC’s network game with 5G speed and pro-grade control!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 interface Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet Modules by io crest
- **How much does it cost?** $86 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/648177453-io-crest-m-2-m-key-pci-e-3-0)

## 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

- • **Blazing 5 Gigabit Speed:** Experience ultra-fast 5.0 Gbps Ethernet for seamless streaming, gaming, and data transfers.
- • **Future-Proof Connectivity:** Backward compatible with 2.5G, 1G, and 500M modes to ensure smooth upgrades and versatile use.
- • **Compact PCIe 3.0 M-Key Design:** Fits perfectly in mini and thin computing systems without sacrificing performance or space.
- • **Advanced Network Prioritization:** Supports IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding and VLAN tagging for optimized traffic management.
- • **Robust Stability & Auto-Correction:** Features crossover detection, pair swap correction, and jumbo frame support up to 9K bytes for rock-solid connections.

## Overview

The IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet Module delivers ultra-fast 5 Gbps connectivity in a compact form factor designed for micro and mini PCs. It supports advanced network features like VLAN tagging, priority encoding, and jumbo frames, ensuring professional-grade performance and future-proof compatibility with multiple Ethernet speeds. Ideal for professionals upgrading their small form-factor systems without sacrificing bandwidth or reliability.

## Description

The M.2 Gigabit Ethernet NIC allows the expansion card to be internally mounted in the smaller computing system and provides a secure fiber network connection to the device. It allows users the benefits of increased bandwidth, distance and security provided through fiber-based transmission in their small footprint networking device. M.2 Ethernet Gigabit NICs provide the ideal gigabit connection solution for new micro, mini and thin computers.

Review: I installed this on a repurposed HP willow 2 motherboard with an AMD A10 chip running ZimaOS and it was recognized as 5G Ethernet device immediately. I needed at least a 2.5G solution, since my pcie was populated with a 10G SFP as I plan to use this machine as an OPNsense router on my 2G fiber network. I am very happy with this device since I now have room to upgrade my network in the future without the need to upgrade my hardware
Review: Used my 2nd PCIe 4.0 m.2 slot to install the IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 Interface Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. Connected it up to an 8 port NicGiga 10GBe switch and it initially connected at 100mbit. Downloaded the Realtek RTL8126 drivers and installed the Windows 11 .exe and rebooted. Was able to connect at 5gbps automatically. Need to order my 2nd 10GBe switch and then a 10GBe router and a Wifi 7 access point to complete the upgrade, but this will do for now. Recommended if you have a mini motherboard with no spare PCIe slots.

## Features

- Supports 5G Lite (2.5G data rate) mode, 2.5G Lite (1G data rate) and GIGA Lite (500M data rate) mode
- Supports IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding. Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
- Embedded OTP memory can replace the external EEPROM. Serial EEPROM
- Supports Full Duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x). Supports jumbo frame to 9K bytes. Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
- Supports pair swap/polarity/skew correction. Crossover Detection & Auto-Correction

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D7Z6TBCS |
| Item model number | SY-PEX24093 |
| Manufacturer | IO CREST |
| Package Dimensions | 13.7 x 9.9 x 2.5 cm; 77 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** IO Crest
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop
- **Data link protocol:** Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11ac
- **Data transfer rate:** 5000 Megabits Per Second
- **Hardware interface:** PCI Express x8

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***R on 5 December 2025*

I installed this on a repurposed HP willow 2 motherboard with an AMD A10 chip running ZimaOS and it was recognized as 5G Ethernet device immediately. I needed at least a 2.5G solution, since my pcie was populated with a 10G SFP as I plan to use this machine as an OPNsense router on my 2G fiber network. I am very happy with this device since I now have room to upgrade my network in the future without the need to upgrade my hardware

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***T on 22 August 2024*

Used my 2nd PCIe 4.0 m.2 slot to install the IO CREST M.2 M-Key PCI-e 3.0 Interface Single Port 5.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. Connected it up to an 8 port NicGiga 10GBe switch and it initially connected at 100mbit. Downloaded the Realtek RTL8126 drivers and installed the Windows 11 .exe and rebooted. Was able to connect at 5gbps automatically. Need to order my 2nd 10GBe switch and then a 10GBe router and a Wifi 7 access point to complete the upgrade, but this will do for now. Recommended if you have a mini motherboard with no spare PCIe slots.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*