HP Intel I225V Single Port 2.5GbE PCIe NIC PCIe RJ-45

The HP Intel I225V Single Port 2.5GbE PCIe NIC PCIe RJ-45 is a compact network interface card designed to add 2.5 gigabit Ethernet connectivity to compatible systems. It uses a PCIe host interface and a standard RJ-45 copper port to deliver higher-than-gigabit wired network speeds while fitting into small expansion spaces. With physical dimensions of 68.7 mm (width) × 65.3 mm (depth) × 15.7 mm (height), this NIC is suitable for desktop and small form-factor workstations and servers where higher bandwidth and backward compatibility with existing cabling are required.

Advantages

This single-port 2.5GbE adapter provides a straightforward upgrade path from 1GbE without requiring new cabling in most cases, maintaining compatibility with standard RJ-45 copper networks. The PCIe host interface ensures low-latency communication with the host system and reliable throughput for bandwidth-sensitive tasks. Its compact dimensions make it usable in tighter chassis and small form-factor systems while providing improved network performance over legacy single-gigabit solutions.

Suitable for

• Upgrading desktop or workstation network speeds to 2.5GbE
• Small form-factor PCs and compact servers requiring additional wired ports
• Home office and small business networks with mixed 1GbE/2.5GbE devices
• Applications that benefit from increased LAN throughput such as file transfers and media streaming

Key specifications

• Network speed: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
• Physical connector: RJ-45 (copper Ethernet)
• Host interface: PCIe
• Form factor dimensions: 68.7 mm (W) × 65.3 mm (D) × 15.7 mm (H)
• Single-port configuration

How to use

Install the card into an available PCIe slot on a compatible motherboard following the system manufacturer's instructions for handling and static precautions. Secure the card in the chassis, connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 port, and power on the system. After boot, install or verify appropriate drivers provided by the system vendor or HP to enable full functionality and performance. Configure network settings in the operating system or management tools as required for your environment.

Recommendations

For best performance, use quality Cat5e or higher copper Ethernet cabling and ensure the host system provides a compatible PCIe slot. Verify driver compatibility with your operating system and, when deploying in mixed-speed networks, verify switch or router support for 2.5GbE to take full advantage of increased throughput.