The EGE5000 (EGE5K-P) is a 10/100/1000M Ethernet ExpressCard, which is specifically designed to plug into a desktop or laptop equipped with an ExpressCard slot. The EGE5000 (EGE5K-P) provides throughput and connectivity at gigabit speeds up to 1000 Mbps (1Gbps) raw bandwidth, that is 100 times faster than the original Ethernet, yet is compatible with existing Ethernets. With the innovative design of the foldable connector, the EGE5000 (EGE5K-P) comes with an ultra slim RJ-45 port that is only half the height of regular RJ-45 connectors, making it the thinnest ExpressCard on the market to date. It’s easy and convenient to carry in your pocket, or simply to store away when not in use. The EGE5000 (EGE5K-P) enables you to connect your computer via an available ExpressCard slot and your Ethernet and Gigabit network in seconds, you are networked in no time. Plus, This EGE5000 (EGE5K-P) also features low power-consuming device which draws power from ExpressCard slot directly, thus no external power supply is required.