THE RETRO LAN DISCOVERY LOT: 5 VINTAGE PCI NETWORK INTERFACE CARDS (NICs) FEATURING INTEL PRO/1000 MT GIGABIT, 3COM ETHERLINK XL & NETGEAR — AS-IS / UNTESTED

Before integrated gigabit LAN became a standard motherboard feature, dedicated PCI network cards were the beating heart of multiplayer LAN parties, home networks, and enterprise file servers. This collection brings together five classic examples of vintage networking silicon from the golden era of Windows 95, 98 SE, 2000, and Novell NetWare.

Whether you are looking for authentic period hardware to bench-test, salvage for vintage components, or display in a retro PC museum, this 5-card lot is being offered untested and as-is for tinkerers and collectors.

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS & VISUAL OVERVIEW

Card 1: Intel PRO/1000 MT Server Adapter (Gigabit)

• Controller: Intel RC82545GM Gigabit Ethernet Controller

• Bus Type: Universal 64-bit / 32-bit PCI-X (up to 133 MHz) & standard PCI compatible

• Board Marking: C36840-004 with Pulse H5007 magnetic transformer

• Visual Condition: Clean PCB, dual rear bracket status LEDs intact, gold edge connector fingers clean

Card 2: 3Com Fast EtherLink XL 10/100 PCI NIC

• Model: 3C905CX-TXM (P/N: 03-0247-000 B)

• Controller: 3Com 40-0664-003 Parallel Tasking II ASIC

• Bus Type: 32-bit PCI

• Visual Condition: Clean solder joints, intact RJ-45 jack, legendary 3Com branding

Card 3: Netgear FA311 Fast Ethernet PCI Adapter

• Model: FA311 Rev-D2 (MAC: 000FB5449119)

• Bus Type: Standard 32-bit PCI

• Visual Condition: Distinctive cobalt-blue circuit board with straight full-height metal bracket

Card 4: Macronix MX98715AEC Fast Ethernet PCI Card

• Chipset: Macronix MX98715AEC

• Board ID: 194V-0 9926 (P/N: 18-1B-P120)

• Features: Onboard 28-pin DIP Boot ROM socket and 3-pin Wake-On-LAN (WOL) header

Card 5: GTS Fast Ethernet PCI Card with Novell NetWare Badge

• Transformer: GTS FC-515L module

• Heritage: Authentic period-correct "yes It runs with NetWare" factory emblem

• Board ID: 194V-0 9850 (P/N: 18-0B-P120)

• Features: Integrated Boot ROM socket and WOL pins

LOGISTICAL RESPECT: ENTHUSIAST-TIER UNBOXING & PACKAGING

Even untested vintage silicon deserves top-tier logistical care. Your cards travel armored:

• Impact Cushioning: Wrapped in multiple continuous layers of heavy-gauge bubble wrap to protect delicate surface-mount components, crystal oscillators, and bracket tabs.

• Void Fill: Packed thoroughly with shredded bubble wrap to ensure zero shifting or rattling during transit.

• Outer Armor: The entire shipping box is wrapped and sealed in durable builder's paper to shield against moisture, tears, and transit dust.

• The Personal Touch: A personalized thank-you letter detailing your order is included inside every package.

Shipping: We provide free shipping via USPS Ground Advantage.
Returns: We do not accept returns for these modems.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for considering our listing!