On 7/3/06, Lowell Gilbert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
"Nikolas Britton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> What are the difference between the Intel PRO/1000 PT Server and
> Desktop Adapters?
>
> Intel PRO/1000 PT Server Adapter: $130 ~ 150
> Intel PRO/1000 PT Desktop Adapter: $40 ~ 60
>
> Both use the i82572EI chip and both appear to use the same PCB. Would
> I be correct in assuming it's a marketing scam to get 2.5 times the
> price for the same device?
Look at the specs; they use different controllers (from the same
family, so they may well work in the same PCB, but distinct in
capabilities).
To clarify, I'm looking at Intel's PBs (product briefs) here:
http://www.intel.com/network/connectivity/products/prodbrf/pro1000_pt_desktop_adapter.pdf
http://www.intel.com/network/connectivity/products/prodbrf/pro1000_pt_server_adapter.pdf
Look at the first line in the Features list on the first page, Both
PBs list the same "Intel 82572EI Gigabit Controller".
They also have different bus interfaces -- which
could be a sustantial speed advantage for the server version under
high load.
Again the PB clearly states both cards are PCI Express 1x... Just look
at the photo in the PB... The cards are identical!
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