StarTech.com U2GA-USB-C-ETHERNET network adapter and card 5000 Mbit/s

Add a 2.5 Gb Ethernet port to your MacBook, Chromebook™, or laptop with USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3

Add 2.5 GbE 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 over existing Cat5e cabling, so there is no need to modify or expand your current wiring infrastructure. This versatile adapter features a built-in 15 cm USB cable and is bus-powered, drawing power directly from the computer's USB port, which reduces clutter and simplifies installation by eliminating the need for an external power adapter.

2.5 Gigabit Network Connection

This slim-profile adapter is ideal for offices and flexible workspaces. Download large files from a network faster, enjoy higher-quality video conferencing streaming, and sync files to the cloud in the background without affecting your other browsing activities. The adapter provides a faster and more secure wired connection than wireless, making it ideal for IT professionals.

Native Driver Compatibility Simplifies Installation

Simply plug this USB-C to Ethernet adapter into your laptop's USB port and connect it to a network. The network adapter's Realtek chipset offers native driver compatibility for Windows (10/11, with ARM support), MacBooks (macOS), Chromebooks (ChromeOS), Snapdragon, Linux, iPhone, and tablets. On any Windows operating system without the driver, a prompt will automatically appear to download the software directly from the adapter, ensuring a quick and efficient installation without the need for Internet access.

Improve Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech Connectivity Tools Application

Developed to improve performance and security, StarTech Connectivity Tools is the only software suite on the market that works with a wide range of IT connectivity accessories. The software suite includes:

- MAC Address Pass-Through Utility: To improve network security.

- Wi-Fi Auto-Switch Utility: Allows users to quickly access higher network speeds via wired LAN.

For more information and to download the StarTech Connectivity Tools application, visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools

StarTech USB Type-C to RJ45 Ethernet Network Adapter - USB-C Network Adapter with USB-A Converter - NBASE-T - USB 3.1

• USB-C NETWORK ADAPTER: The 2.5 GbE USB-C to Ethernet adapter with USB-A converter allows you to add 2.5 GbE network access to a laptop, tablet, or iPhone using a USB Type-C or Type-A port - Doubles network performance on Cat5 cables
• WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Auto-installs on most operating systems, such as Windows 7 and above, Linux LTS Kernel 4.19+ and above, macOS/iOS/ChromeOS - Compatible with all hardware platforms such as Intel, AMD, ARM (Snapdragon), and Apple
• 2.5G OVER CAT5E: Leverage NBASE-T for 2.5 Gbps speeds over Cat 5e cabling without the expense of upgrading to Cat6A/Fiber - 4-speed auto-negotiation - Extend system longevity by retrofitting older systems
• APPLICATIONS: Quickly download large files from a network, experience higher-quality video conferencing streaming, and sync files to the cloud in the background - Faster wired connections for professionals
• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: USB-C (5Gbps) - USB-A adapter - 1x RJ45 - 10/100Mbps and 1/2.5Gbps - Realtek chipset - NBASE-T and 2.5GBASE-T - 16K Jumbo Frames (not supported on macOS) - WoL - VLAN - Bus-powered - Thunderbolt compatible