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What network speeds do D-Link wired network cards support?
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D-Link wired network cards deliver speeds from 10/100/1000 Mbps up to 2.5/5/10 Gbps (model-dependent) with auto-negotiation and full-duplex support for optimal throughput.
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Which operating systems are compatible with D-Link wired network cards?
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D-Link wired network cards are compatible with Windows (10/11/Server), macOS (10.14+), and major Linux distributions (kernel 3.10+), with drivers available for seamless installation.
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How do I install a D-Link wired network card in my desktop?
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Power off your PC, insert the D-Link network card into an available PCIe x1/x4/x8/x16 slot (model-dependent), secure it, boot up, then install the latest driver from D-Link’s support site.
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Where can I download drivers for my D-Link wired network card?
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You can download the latest Windows, macOS, and Linux drivers for your D-Link wired network card from the official D-Link Support Center by entering the model number.
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Do D-Link wired network cards support jumbo frames?
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Yes, most D-Link wired network cards support jumbo frames up to 9,000 bytes, improving performance for large data transfers and virtualization.
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Can I use multiple D-Link wired network cards for link aggregation?
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Yes, you can configure LACP-based link aggregation on multiple D-Link network cards via your OS or switch to increase bandwidth and provide failover redundancy.
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How do I troubleshoot link light or connectivity issues?
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Verify the Ethernet cable and switch port, ensure the card’s link light is active, update to the latest driver, and check Windows/macOS/Linux network settings for correct duplex and speed.
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Are D-Link wired network cards compatible with virtual machines?
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Yes, D-Link wired network cards support VM-pass through on major hypervisors (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM) and can be assigned directly to virtual machines for high-performance networking.
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What warranty coverage is included with D-Link wired network cards?
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D-Link wired network cards come with a limited lifetime warranty and free technical support, ensuring replacement or repair for manufacturing defects.
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Do D-Link wired network cards support VLAN tagging?
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Yes, D-Link wired network cards support IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, allowing you to segment traffic and prioritize network packets efficiently.
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Can I install a D-Link wired network card in a small form factor PC?
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Yes, D-Link offers half-height and low-profile brackets for its wired network cards, making them compatible with slim and small form factor chassis.
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How energy efficient are D-Link wired network cards?
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D-Link wired network cards feature IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, reducing power consumption during periods of low network activity without sacrificing performance.
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What are the key differences between D-Link gigabit and 10 Gigabit wired network cards?
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Gigabit cards operate at up to 1 Gbps over copper; 10 Gigabit models support 10 Gbps over copper (10GBase-T) or SFP+ fiber, with higher throughput, lower latency, and advanced offload features.
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How do I configure QoS or traffic shaping on a D-Link wired network card?
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Use your operating system’s Quality of Service settings or D-Link’s driver utilities to assign priority to applications, manage bandwidth, and optimize traffic flows on the network card.
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Will my D-Link wired network card work with PoE switches?
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D-Link wired network cards do not supply Power over Ethernet (PoE) but can be used on PoE-enabled switches to receive data; power delivery through the NIC is not supported.
