In an effort to enhance their home lab, a tech enthusiast added a second network port to their server, significantly improving not only transfer speeds but also overall network functionality. The upgrade involved installing a PCIe network card, specifically the Mellanox ConnectX-4, which supports both 10 and 25 GbE speeds. This addition provides redundancy, allowing for failover options in case of hardware issues. Furthermore, the new port facilitates a dedicated management network, ensuring that administrative tasks do not disrupt client devices. The separation of storage traffic from regular LAN traffic is particularly beneficial for latency-sensitive operations, such as iSCSI or NFS storage, preventing performance degradation during peak usage. Overall, the upgrade has resulted in a more resilient and efficient home network, offering peace of mind and improved management capabilities for future expansions.