StarTech.com MR12GI-NETWORK-CARD Quick Start Manual page 2

4. Remove the Cover from the Host Computer Case. Consult the documentation that
came with the Host Computer for details about doing this safely.
5. Locate an open M.2 PCI Express Slot and remove the corresponding Slot Cover
Plate from the back of the Host Computer Case.
Note: Consult the documentation that came with the Host Computer for details about
doing this safely.
This card works in B Key or M Key M.2 PCI Express Slots.
6. Gently insert the M.2 PCI Express Card into the open M.2 PCI Express Slot. Secure it
using a Phillips Head Screwdriver and the included Screw.
7. Remove the Screws (x 2) from the Bracket Mount. Secure the Bracket Mount to the
Full or Low Profile Bracket using a Phillips Head Screwdriver and the Screws (x 2).
8. Connect the CAT6 Cable Adapter into the Ethernet port on the
M.2 Network Card.
9. Fasten the Full or Low Profile Bracket using a Phillips Head Screwdriver to the
back of the Host Computer Case.
10. Return the Cover onto the Host Computer Case.
11. Reconnect the Power Cable to the back of the Host Computer.
12. Reconnect all of the Peripheral Devices disconnected in Step 3.
13. Turn on the Host Computer and Peripheral Devices.
14. Connect an Ethernet Cable to the Ethernet Port on the CAT6 Cable Adapter.
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trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the
property of their respective holders.
PHILLIPS® is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company in the United States or other countries.
FCC - Part 15
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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Download the Driver
1. Navigate to www.startech.com/PR12GI-NETWORK-CARD
2. Click the Drivers & Downloads tab.
3. Under Driver(s), download the Driver Package for Windows.
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder associated with the
user account (e.g. C:\Users\useraccount\Downloads).
4. Right-click the zipped Driver Package that was downloaded. Click Extract All.
Follow the on-screen instructions to Extract the files.
Note: Ensure to make a note of the location where the drivers were extracted. That
location will be used in later steps.
5. Follow the instructions on the accompanying Intel_Windows_DIG file for further
Installation Instructions.
Verify the Driver Installation
Windows
1. Navigate to the Device Manager.
2. Under Network Adapters, right-click Intel Ethernet Controller I225-V and click
the Properties option.
3. Confirm that the Driver is installed and working as expected.
Linux
Note: Ensure kernel 5.8 or higher (LTS versions only) is being used. Execute the
following command from the terminal prompt to check the kernel version, uname -r.
1. Open a Terminal Window and type the command sudo dmesg | grep Intel to
check the Intel Driver Integration.
2. You should see the following response if the drivers are present, Intel(R) 2.5G
Ethernet Linux Driver.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two years warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees or
agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits,
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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