Description
3Com 3C905C-TX EtherLink XL 10/100 PCI NIC WOL RJ-45 Broadcom Network Card
The 3Com 3C905C-TX is a 32-bit PCI Fast Ethernet network interface card from 3Com's EtherLink XL series, supporting both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX auto-negotiation over a standard RJ-45 connection. It features a Wake-on-LAN (WOL) header, allowing a connected system to be powered on remotely over the network. This card is manufactured in the USA and carries an HP OEM part number, indicating it was also supplied as a factory option in HP desktop and workstation systems.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: 3Com 3C905C-TX (EtherLink XL)
- HP OEM P/N: 5064-7429 / Reorder P/N: 5064-7429
- Main Controller Chipset: Broadcom 5904 (3Com 920-BR03, P/N 40-0579-003)
- Interface: 32-bit PCI
- Network Speed: 10/100 Mbps (10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX), auto-negotiating
- Connector: 1x RJ-45 port on bracket
- Duplex: Full and half duplex
- Wake-on-LAN (WOL): Yes — 3-pin WOL header present on board
- LED Indicators: TX/DATA, ACT, 10, 100 on bracket
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Board Revision: Rev B / PCB Rev C
- Includes: Card only — no cables, driver disk, or mounting hardware
Applications
The 3Com 3C905C-TX was one of the most widely deployed 10/100 PCI network cards of the late 1990s and early 2000s, found in desktop PCs, HP workstations, and corporate systems across that era. It was a go-to choice for system builders and IT departments because of its solid driver support under Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP and Linux. Today these cards are still useful for maintaining legacy PCI-based systems, DOS/Win9x retro builds, or any desktop that needs a dependable 100BASE-TX NIC in a standard PCI slot. The WOL capability makes them a practical option for remote-managed lab or shop machines running older operating systems that lack built-in Ethernet.
This 3Com 3C905C-TX EtherLink XL 10/100 PCI network card has been pulled from a working environment and visually inspected. The board is clean with no visible cracking or damage to the PCB, and the RJ-45 port and bracket appear intact. The edge connector shows typical light wear from prior installation. Some minor surface scuffing on the bracket is consistent with normal use. Please review our photos for a full look at the card's condition and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
3Com |
Model: |
3C905C-TX |
MPN: |
3C905C-TX |
Secondary Model: |
HP 5064-7429 |
SKU: |
45216 |
Type: |
PCI Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) |
Network Chipset: |
Broadcom 5904 (3Com 920-BR03) |
Interface: |
PCI |
Data Transfer Rate: |
10/100 Mbps (10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX) |
Connector Type: |
RJ-45 |
Number of Ports: |
1 |
Wake-on-LAN (WOL): |
Yes — WOL header present on board |
Full/Half Duplex: |
Full and Half Duplex |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Form Factor: |
Low-Profile PCI Card |
Compatible With: |
HP P/N 5064-7429; Reorder P/N 5064-7429 |
Seller Notes: |
Card only — no cables, drivers, or brackets included. |
Condition Notes: |
This 3Com 3C905C-TX EtherLink XL 10/100 PCI NIC was pulled from a working environment. Board is clean, RJ-45 and bracket intact, edge connector shows light wear typical of prior use. Please view photos and contact us with questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |