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04-09-2012, 10:18 PM #1Newbie
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NIC vs Integrated Desktop Motherboard
Hi,
I have a MSI desktop motherboard in a 1U case with a gigabit chipset. I've had a few problems with it like the connection going out when you download a file from it (flow control and green mode was disabled along with TCP offload) but after changing a few settings it was fine.
Would getting an Intel NIC gigabit adapter change anything? If it reduced latency or increased speed, I would consider that a profitable benefit. I know that NICs are not necessary for server motherboards because they are top-quality to begin with but I am doubtful of desktop motherboard network chipsets.
Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. I am also looking at this NIC.
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04-09-2012, 10:41 PM #2Private Citizen
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If the onboard NIC is a Realtek or Broadcom chipset, an Intel NIC will hold up to much more abuse under heavy loads. Generally onboard NIC's are not very good unless they are a real Intel chipset.
I'd also make sure your BIOS is set to optimized vs. performance and make sure everything is flashed current. As well as latest drivers if available.
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04-10-2012, 01:00 AM #3Web Hosting Master
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Get a server grade Intel NIC, the overall performance will be better.
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04-10-2012, 03:16 PM #4Newbie
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The onboard is a Realtek chipset. So I guess I will be getting the Intel NIC. Thanks.
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04-10-2012, 05:27 PM #5Randy
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If the driver is good you won't have issues with most 'cheap' NICs below the 500Mbps mark. It's really a crap shoot though, unless you've done testing and know the limits of the particular chipset and OS/driver combination. Generally I stick with Intel for the insurance that it's going to work well regardless of OS/driver, not so much for the performance potential.
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