NEWS 2026.05.27

M.2 2280 10GbE Ethernet Card for High-Bandwidth Edge Computing

Overcoming Physical Constraint

10GbE connectivity no longer requires bulky PCIe NICs or high power budgets. The MEC-LAN-2101i integrates the Intel® E610-XAT into a standard M.2 2280 form factor, delivering high-speed networking while fitting within the mechanical limits of modern industrial platforms. This innovation resolves the long-standing conflict between performance and space in embedded system design.

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Core Value: Why It Stands Alone

10GbE Speed: Born for Data-Intensive AI

Leveraging a Dual-Lane (x2) PCI-Express 4.0 interface with throughput up to 16GT/s, this module delivers up to 10Gbps of bidirectional bandwidth. It effectively eliminates network latency for critical workloads such as high-resolution AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and real-time data exchange for edge servers.
Market-Leading Form Factor Integration
As a pioneer in miniaturization, this module integrates the Intel® E610-XAT controller into a standard M.2 2280 form factor. This allows you to implement 10Gbps bandwidth via a standard M.2 slot, eliminating the need for bulky PCIe expansion cards or chassis redesigns.
Engineering-Grade Power Efficiency
With a controller power consumption of only 4.04W (900mA @ 3.3V), the MEC-LAN-2101i is the lowest power 10GbE expansion solution available. This efficiency is a massive thermal win for thermally constrained, fanless IPCs, allowing for sustained performance without the risk of thermal throttling.
Flexible Multi-Speed Connectivity
The module supports five-speed auto-negotiation (10G/ 5G/ 2.5G/ 1G/ 100M). This flexibility ensures seamless integration across diverse network environments, maintaining compatibility with existing legacy infrastructure while being ready for modern high-speed standards.

Designed for Industrial Edge Systems

The compact 10GbE architecture enables high-throughput networking in environments where both bandwidth and space efficiency are critical.

Typical deployment scenarios include:

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These environments generate large volumes of operational or visual data and require reliable high-speed connectivity for efficient processing and transmission.

Quick Specs

Controller	Intel^® E610-XAT
Interface	PCI-Express 4.0 x2
Form Factor	M.2 2280 (B+M Key)
Power Consumption	Typical 4.04W (900mA @ 3.3V)
Operating Temp	0°C to 70°C

Redefining the Possible

Industrial system upgrades should not come at the cost of an increased footprint. The MEC-LAN-2101i demonstrates that high-performance networking no longer requires oversized hardware, enabling system designers to integrate 10GbE connectivity into the next generation of embedded platforms.

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