TP-Link 2.5GB PCIe Network Card
- 2.5Gbps Ethernet, 2500 megabits per second
- PCIe card for desktops
- Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Server 2022/2019/2016 and Linux
- Standard and low-profile brackets
- Resource CD included
- 4.76"L x 3.07"W x 0.85"H, 1.76 ounces
- 2 year manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A PCIe network card that gives a desktop multi-gigabit wired Ethernet, with brackets for tower and small cases and broad operating system support. The rest of the network has to keep up.
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ASIN: B0BG685PKMModel: TX201Category: Network Cards
Overview
A desktop owner with a fast router or switch gets a PCIe Ethernet card that lifts the wired link above standard gigabit. It ships with standard and low-profile brackets, and drivers cover Windows, Windows Server and Linux.
Choose it for a plain wired speed upgrade with wide operating system support and a long warranty. The limit is that the rest of the network must match, since the router or switch and the cable need to support the faster rate.
Who it's for
A desktop gamer, creator or home-lab user moving big files over a wired link will use the faster port and the choice of brackets. People on a standard gigabit network gain nothing from it, and laptop owners need a USB adapter instead.
Pros and cons
- Faster wired Ethernet
- Standard and low-profile brackets
- Broad operating system support
- Linux and server support
- Needs a matching switch or router
- Certification field not applicable
Performance notes
A wired link delivers steady speed and low latency, and this card raises the ceiling beyond standard gigabit, but only up to the slowest link in the path. Cable quality and switch ports set the real result. The card itself plugs into a PCIe slot.
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | TX201 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions l x w x h | 4.76"L x 3.07"W x 0.85"H |
| Item weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware interface | Ethernet |
| Compatible devices | Desktop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Data transfer rate | 2500 megabits per second |
| Operating system | Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7, Windows Server 2022/2019/2016, Linux |
| Included | 2.5 Gigabit PCIe Network Adapter (TX201), Resource CD, Standard/Low-Profile Brackets |
Frequently asked questions
How do I install the TP-Link TX201?
It goes in a PCIe slot of a desktop. A standard and a low-profile bracket are in the box, with a resource CD for drivers.
Does the TP-Link TX201 work with Linux?
Yes. Linux is listed along with several Windows and Windows Server versions.
Is the TP-Link TX201 a Wi-Fi card?
No. It is a wired Ethernet adapter with no wireless function listed.