Startech 2.5GbE USB-C to Ethernet Adapter with USB-A Converter (U2GA-USB-C-ETHERNET)
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Startech 2.5GbE USB-C to Ethernet Adapter with USB-A Converter
Add 2.5GbE network access to a laptop, tablet, or iPhone using an available USB Type-C or Type-A 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 a wired connection that is faster and more secure than wireless, 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.
SPECIFICATIONS:
| SPECIAL NOTES / REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Special Notes | - Jumbo Frames are no longer supported in macOS |
| POWER | |
| Power Source | USB-Powered |
| Input Voltage | 5V DC |
| Output Voltage | 5 DC |
| PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL | |
| Color | Space Grey |
| Network Adapter Form Factor | Attached Cable |
| Material | Plastic |
| Cable Length | 6.0 in [15.2 cm] |
| Product Length | 10.0 in [25.5 cm] |
| Product Width | 0.8 in [21.5 mm] |
| Product Height | 0.6 in [15.0 mm] |
| Weight of Product | 0.9 oz [26.0 g] |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity | 10% to 85% RH (no condensation) |
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Type and Rate | USB 5Gbps |
| Fiber Type | Copper |
| Compatible Networks | 2.5G/1G/100Mbps/10Mbps |
| Auto MDIX | Yes |
| Full Duplex Support | Yes |
| PXE | Yes |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 16K max. |
| Promiscuous Mode | Yes |
| Wake-On-LAN (WOL) | Yes |
| MTBF | 1,612,526 hours |
| HARDWARE | |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Interface | RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Bus Type | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Pass-Through | No |
| Industry Standards | IEEE 802.3i 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.1q VLAN Tagging IEEE 802.3x IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX IEEE 802.3bz 2.5GBase-T |
| Chipset ID | Realtek - RTL8156BG |
| LED Indicators | 1 - Indicates Network Card Activity: • Solid Green = Network port is connected • Flashing Green = Network port is active 1 - Indicates Link Speed: • Solid Green = Highest Link Speed (ex. 2.5Gbps) • Solid Amber = Lower Link Speeds (ex. 1000/100/10Mbps) |
| PACKAGING & IN-THE-BOX | |
| Included in Package | 1 - USB Network Adapter |
| Package Width | 5.0 in [12.7 cm] |
| Package Depth | 5.0 in [12.6 cm] |
| Package Height | 0.7 in [19 mm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 1.1 oz [30 g] |
| CONNECTOR(S) | |
| Connector 1 (Quantity) | 1 |
| Connector 1 | USB-C (5Gbps, 4.5W) |
| Connector 2 (Quantity) | 1 |
| Connector 2 | RJ-45 |