Introduction
With the increasing demand for efficient data transmission and smooth network experience in homes and offices, improving network speed has become the focus of users’ attention. Through simple hardware upgrades, ZimaCube users can achieve 10G network speed, significantly improve data transmission speed, ensure seamless playback of 4K video streams, quickly transfer large files, and maintain stable performance in virtual machines and containers. This article will introduce how to improve ZimaCube’s network performance by installing the AQC113 10G network interface card, and provide detailed hardware configuration, installation steps, and performance testing to help users easily achieve network upgrades.
Recently, more and more users have obtained ZimaCube and started a series of modifications to improve its performance, especially in terms of network speed. Although ZimaCube Pro comes with a 10G network port, for users who use the standard ZimaCube, installing the AQC113 10G network interface card can also achieve the same 10G network speed requirements.
Part 1: hardware configuration
ZimaCube is a highly integrated and powerful network attached storage (NAS) device designed for home and small office users. Its main features include:
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6 + 1 hard drive slots, support RAID configuration, ensure data security and efficient management
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Rich connection interfaces, including USB, HDMI, and Ethernet ports, meet various connection needs
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Details link: ZimaCube Personal Cloud (In Stock) – Zima Store Online
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shop.zimaboard.com
AQC113 10G network interface card introduction:
The AQC113 PCIe network interface card is a high-performance network interface card designed to provide network speeds of up to 10Gbps. Its features include:
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Adopt advanced Aquantia AQtion controller
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Supports multiple network protocols and advanced features, such as low latency, high bandwidth transmission, and efficient power management
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Details link: shop.zimaboard.com
Hardware installation steps
Required hardware
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1 X ZimaCube
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1 X AQC113 network interface card
Installation steps
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Open ZimaCube’s chassis.
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Insert the AQC113 PCIe network interface card into the ZimaCube PCIe slot.
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Close the chassis and restart ZimaCube.
Part 2: Performance Testing
- Test with iperf tool
Summary
ZimaCube users can significantly improve network transmission speed and meet high bandwidth requirements through simple hardware upgrades. This modification solution is not only low-cost, but also easy to install, making it an ideal choice for improving home and small office network performance. Come and modify together!