Axiomtek AX92325-2GbE Dual Gigabit Ethernet PCIe Card with Industrial M12 Connectors

Cameras and devices on moving machinery can shake a standard RJ45 plug loose, so many vision builds need locking connectors. The AX92325-2GbE is the two-port build without PoE in the Axiomtek AX92325 series, a Gigabit Ethernet card with M12 X-coded connectors. Axiomtek designed the series for machine vision and surveillance systems, and we specify it for the industrial PCs we build.

The card carries two independent Gigabit ports on M12 X-coded connectors. Each port has its own Intel i210-AT controller running at 10/100/1000 Mbps, with 9.5KB jumbo frames and IEEE 1588. Axiomtek uses a patented connector design so the M12 connectors do not take up the space of other slots. The host interface is PCI Express x4.

This build carries data only, so cameras need their own supply. Axiomtek states the card integrates with its industrial PCs, ATX motherboards and embedded systems. For powered cameras on the same connectors, the AX92325-2PoE adds IEEE 802.3at PoE, and the AX92325-4GbE gives four M12 ports without PoE. Our article on why M12 connectors matter at the edge covers where locking connectors help.

Axiomtek’s power figures cover the PoE builds, so we confirm supply needs for this card when we specify it. The series operates from 0 to +60 °C with air flow and stores from -20 to +80 °C. The board measures 168 x 111 mm, and Axiomtek lists Windows 7 and 10 (32/64-bit) support. A 6-pin ATX to Molex 4-pin cable is available as an accessory. Humidity is rated at 10 to 95%, non-condensing, and air flow across the heat sink should be part of the enclosure plan.