Waveshare PCIe to 4-Ch Gigabit Ethernet Board for Raspberry Pi 5
The Waveshare PCIe to 4-Ch Gigabit Ethernet Board is a dedicated network expansion module for the Raspberry Pi 5, adding four RJ45 ports for high-speed 10/100/1000Mbps networking. It operates via the PCIe interface with driver-free plug-and-play support on Raspberry Pi OS, ideal for building routers, firewalls, or network servers.
Features
- Adds four RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports to Raspberry Pi 5 via PCIe interface for robust network expansion.
- Powered by the RTL8153 Ethernet controller and VL805 PCIe expansion chip for stable, high-performance data transfer.
- Supports 10/100/1000Mbps speeds with driver-free, plug-and-play operation on Raspberry Pi OS.
- Features LED indicators for power/link status and network activity for real-time monitoring.
- Powered directly through the PCIe cable connection, simplifying the power supply setup.
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The Waveshare PCIe to 4-Ch Gigabit Ethernet Board (B) is a dedicated hardware expansion solution that unlocks advanced networking capabilities for the Raspberry Pi 5. By leveraging the board’s PCIe interface, it provides four independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, transforming the single-board computer into a capable network router, firewall appliance, or multi-port server. The integration is seamless, requiring no external drivers on the standard Raspberry Pi OS.
Engineered for reliability, the board utilizes the proven RTL8153 Gigabit Ethernet controller paired with the VL805 chip for robust PCIe communication. This ensures consistent data throughput at 10/100/1000Mbps speeds with minimal CPU overhead. The board is powered directly from the Pi’s PCIe connector, drawing 5V for a clean, integrated setup. Status LEDs provide immediate visual feedback on power, link establishment, and data activity, facilitating deployment and troubleshooting in network-centric applications.
Additional Information
| Weight | 0.065 kg |
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| Dimensions | 9.15 cm |
