Add 2.5GbE network access to a laptop, tablet, or iPhone using an available USB Type-C port. This USB 3.0 Type-C to Gigabit network adapter doubles your network performance on existing Cat5e cables, so there is no need to change or add to existing cabling infrastructure. This versatile adapter features a built-in 6in (15cm) USB cable and is bus-powered, drawing its power directly from the computer's USB port, reducing clutter and simplifying setup by eliminating the need for an external power adapter.
2.5 Gigabit Network Connection
This slim form factor adapter is ideal for office use and hot desks. Download large files from a network more quickly, experience higher quality video conference streaming, and sync files to the cloud in the background, without impacting your other browsing. The adapter provides faster and more secure wireless connections, making it ideal for IT professionals.
Native Driver Support Makes Installation Easy
Simply plug this USB-C to Ethernet adapter into the USB port on a laptop and connect to a network. The network adapter Realtek chipset provides native driver support for Windows (10/11, ARM supported) Macbooks (MacOS), Chromebooks (ChromeOS), Snapdragon, Linux, iPhones, and tablets. Any Windows operating systems without the driver will be automatically prompted to download the software directly from the adapter, ensuring quick and effective installation with no Internet access required.
- General Information
- Manufacturer
- StarTech.com
- Manufacturer Website Address
- http://www.startech.com/au
- Brand Name
- StarTech.com
- Packaged Quantity
- 1
- Product Type
- 2.5Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Warranty
- Limited Warranty
- 2 Year
- Technical Information
- Chipset Manufacturer
- Realtek
- Chipset Model
- RTL8156BG
- Features
- Jumbo Frames Support
- PXE Support
- Interfaces/Ports
- Host Interface
- USB 3.2 (Gen 1) Type C
- Total Number of Ports
- 1
- Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports
- 1
- Media & Performance
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Maximum Data Transfer Rate
- 2.50 Gbit/s
- Network & Communication
- Network Technology
- 2.5GBase-T
- Environmental Conditions
- Minimum Operating Humidity (Non-condensing)
- 85%
- Maximum Operating Humidity (Non-condensing)
- 10%
- Physical Characteristics
- Color Family
- Grey
- Product Color
- Space Gray
- Form Factor
- Desktop
- Height
- 15.2 mm
- Width
- 20.3 mm
- Weight (Approximate)
- 17 g
- Miscellaneous
- Application/Usage
- Network
- Office
- Device Supported
- Desktop Computer/Notebook/Tablet
- Operating System Compatibility
- Mac OS 10.11 El Capitan
- Mac OS 11 Big Sur
- Mac OS 12 Monterey
- Mac OS 13 Ventura
- Mac OS 14 Sonoma
- Mac OX 10.15 Catalina
- Windows 8.1
- Windows 7
- Windows Server 2016
- Windows Server 2012 R2
- Windows 11
- Windows 10
- Windows 8
- Linux Kernel 2.4.x
- Windows Server 2008 R2
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2022
- Environmental Compliance
- Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)