StarTech.com ST1000SPEX2 User manual

Manual Revision: 07/08/2013
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ST1000SPEX2 / ST1000SPEX2L
1-Port PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet
Network Card
*actual product may vary from photos

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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
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................3
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 3
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 4
Verify Installation....................................................................................................................................... 4
Specications..........................................................................................5
Technical Support ..................................................................................6
Warranty Information............................................................................6

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Introduction
The ST1000SPEX2/ST1000SPEX2L 1-Port PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet Network
Card provides a PCI Express enabled computer with a versatile 10/100/1000 Mbps
compatible RJ45 Ethernet port as either an additional or replacement networking
interface. Suitable for virtually any PCI Express-enabled client, server or workstation,
this network adapter card is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3/u/ab standards and
includes both a full and low prole installation bracket. Additional features such
as Jumbo Frames, VLAN tagging and Wake on LAN (WOL) make this Gigabit NIC a
versatile card in any environment. This Gigabit server adapter is backed by a 2-year
StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Packaging Contents
ST1000SPEX2
• 1x Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Card
• 1x Low Prole Bracket
• 1x Driver CD
• 1x Instruction Manual
ST1000SPEX2L
• 1x Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Card
• 1x Standard Prole Bracket
• 1x Driver CD
• 1x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
• PCI Express enabled computer system with available PCI Express slot
• Microsoft® Windows® XP/ Server 2003/ Server 2008 R2/ Vista/ 7/ 8 (32/64-bit), or
Apple® Mac OS® 10.4 ~ 10.8, or Linux® kernel 2.4.x and later

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RJ45 Ethernet
port
Gigabit LED
Link/Activity
LED
LED Color Status
Link/Activity Green
Solid On: Link/cable
detected
Flashing: Data
transmission
O: No link/cable
detected
1000M (Gigabit) Yellow
Solid On: 1000 Mbps
(Gigabit) Link detected
O: 10/100 Mbps Link or
no link detected

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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged
by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your
computer case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com recommends that you
wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer component. If an anti-static
strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a
large grounded metal surface (such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be
careful to handle the PCI Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer o and any peripherals connected to the computer (i.e. Printers,
external hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the power
supply on the back of the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case. See documentation for your computer
system for details.
3. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case (Refer to documentation for your computer system for details.). Note
that this card will work in PCI Express slots of additional lanes (i.e. x4, x8 or x16 slots).
4. Gently insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the
rear of the case.
NOTE: Replacing the pre-installed installation bracket may be necessary at this point
depending on the card purchased (ST1000SPEX2 / ST1000SPEX2L), and the prole of
the system it is being installed in.
5. Place the cover back onto the computer case. Insert the power cable into the socket
on the power supply and reconnect all other connectors removed in Step 1.

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Driver Installation
Windows
1. Upon starting Windows, if the “Found New Hardware”wizard appears on the screen,
cancel/close the window and insert the included Driver CD into the computer’s CD/
DVD drive.
2. AutoPlay should give you the option to browse the les on the CD or automatically
open the CD. If AutoPlay does not start, Go into “My Computer” and access the CD/
DVD drive that the CD is in (e.g. D:).
3. Navigate to the location “Realtek/RTL8111” and then access the folder for the
appropriate operating system version.
4. Double-click the le “Setup.exe” to start the driver installation program.
5. Complete the wizard and this will automatically install all of the drivers/software.
Restart the computer if prompted.
Verify Installation
Windows
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7/8), then
select “Manage”. In the new Computer Management window, select “Device Manager”
from the left window pane.
In the Device Manager, under the “Network Adapters” category, you should see a new
Realtek PCIe GBE devices listed.

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Specications
ST1000SPEX2 ST1000SPEX2L
Host Interface PCI Express 1.1 (x1 slot connector)
Form Factor Standard Prole (LP
Bracket Included)
Low Prole (SP Bracket
Included)
Chipset ID Realtek RTL8111E
External Connectors 1x RJ45 Ethernet Female
LEDs 1x Gigabit
1x Link/Activity
Supported Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab
Compatible Networks 10/100/1000 Mbps
Auto MDIX Support Yes
Full Duplex Support Yes
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
Storage Temperature 0°C ~ 100°C (32°F ~ 212°F)
Humidity 10% ~ 90% RH
Dimensions 67.9 x 18 x 120.3mm 67.9 x 18 x 65mm
Weight 40g 36g
Compatible Operating
Systems
Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64),
XP(32/64), 2000
Windows® Server 2008 R2, 2003(32/64)
Mac OS X (Intel based, tested up to 10.8)
Linux

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
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ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, 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.

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