Intel I226T1 1-Port 2.5Gb/s 2.5GBase-T RJ-45 PCI Express 3.1 x1 Plug-in Card Network Adapter

Intel I226T1 1-Port 2.5Gb/s 2.5GBase-T RJ-45 PCI Express 3.1 x1 Plug-in Card Network Adapter

SKU: I226T1 Brand: Intel Category: Networking Devices
$118.40 In Stock — Ships Today

About This Product

Intel I226T1Intel I226T1 1-Port 2.5Gb/s 2.5GBase-T RJ-45 PCI Express 3.1 x1 Plug-in Card Network Adapter. New. In StockBrand: IntelPart Number: I226T1Condition: NewCategory: NICKey Specs: 1-Port, 2.5GBAvailability: In StockShipping: Fast US-based shippingOrder the Intel I226T1 today from ProDisk Network — your trusted source for enterprise IT hardware. All products are quality-tested and backed by our support team.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Capacity

    2.5 GB

    Verified specification
    Source: manufacturer datasheet
  • Interface

    PCI Express

  • Data Rate

    5 Gb/s

  • Ports

    1

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    New / Certified Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Each refurb unit tested + functional warranty
  • Warranty

    30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee

    Coverage
    Return for full refund within 30 days of delivery
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch

    Cutoff
    Orders placed before 3pm ET
  • Returns

    30-Day Free Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPNI226T1
ManufacturerIntel
CategoryNetworking Devices
Capacity2.5 GB
InterfacePCI Express
Data Rate5 Gb/s
Ports1
ConditionNew / Certified Refurbished
Warranty30-Day Pro Disk Network Guarantee
ShippingFree over $150 — Same-Day Dispatch
Returns30-Day Free Returns — US

Summary

The I226T1 is a Intel networking devices component with capacity 2.5 GB, interface PCI Express, data rate 5 Gb/s. Pro Disk Network sells the I226T1 for $118.40 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.

Trust Signals

  • Texas-registered LLC — 5900 Balcones Drive, STE 100, Austin, TX 78731
  • Same-Day US Shipping — orders before 3pm ET ship today via FedEx/UPS
  • 30-Day Free Returns — pre-paid label included on all US orders
  • Net 30 Available — for verified business buyers
  • 2,000+ B2B Customers — MSPs, government, education, enterprise IT

Quick Answer: Is the I226T1 compatible with my switch?

Pro Disk Network validates every I226T1 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.

How fast does the I226T1 ship?

I226T1 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.

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Common Use Cases for I226T1

The I226T1 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.

  • Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
  • DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
  • Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
  • Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.

New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier

Pro Disk Network offers the I226T1 across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.

TierDiscount vs OEM ListWarrantyBest For
New (Sealed OEM)25–40%Intel manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)50–65%3-year Pro Disk Network warrantyNew cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished75–85%12-month advance replacementCapacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh

Bulk & Volume Pricing for I226T1

Ships from our US warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.

Volume discounts on the I226T1 are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.

QuantityDiscountUnit Price
10%$118.40
5+4%$113.66
10+8%$108.93
25+13%$103.01
50+18%$97.09
100+23%$91.17

What is the I226T1?

The I226T1 is a Intel enterprise networking device with capacity 2.5 GB and interface PCI Express, manufactured by Intel. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.

Pros & Cons of I226T1

Pros

  • Drop-in replacement for failed line cards or transceivers
  • Bulk-pack pricing for multi-rack deployments
  • Coding to OEM TLV is verified before shipping

Cons

  • Refurbished switches may show minor rack-rail wear
  • Power supplies sold separately on certain SKUs
  • Long-haul ZR4/CFP4 modules subject to export-control screening

Frequently Asked Questions about I226T1

Is the I226T1 a genuine Intel part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every I226T1 as factory-original Intel inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Intel servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Is the I226T1 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every I226T1 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the I226T1 ship?
I226T1 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the I226T1?
New I226T1 units carry the full Intel manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the I226T1?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

Similar Products

From the Same Series as I226T1

Other parts that share the I226T1 series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.

  • I226T1BLK — Intel I226T1BLK 1-Port 2.5Gb/s 2.5GBase-T RJ-45 PCI Express 3.1 x1 Plug-in Card Network Adapter — $152.63
  • I226T1G1P20 — Intel I226T1G1P20 1-Port 2.5Gb/s 2.5GBase-T RJ-45 PCI Express 3.1 x1 Plug-in Card Network Adapter — $96.84

Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Networking Devices

Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility

For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the I226T1 works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.

Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage

Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.

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