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StarTech.com USB-C to 2.5Gb Ethernet Adapter, Thunderbolt 3 Compatible, Grey
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About This Item
- USB Type-C host interface with a single RJ-45 Ethernet LAN port
- 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet interface types
- Maximum data transfer rate of 5000 Mbit/s, supporting 10/100/1000/2500 Mbit/s
- Features Wake-on-LAN, Auto MDIX, and VLAN support
- Integrated 0.152 m cable and bus-powered design
- Wide OS compatibility including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and server OS
- Compact grey design, weighing 18 g, with LED indicators
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Description
StarTech.com USB-C Adapter – Boost Your Network Speed
The StarTech.com USB-C to 2.5Gb Ethernet Adapter, Thunderbolt 3 Compatible, Grey is an essential upgrade for professionals and home users. It allows you to add a high-speed wired network connection to your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 device. This adapter is perfect for anyone needing a reliable 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port on their laptop or MacBook. It delivers a significantly faster and more stable internet experience.
Essential Specifications
| Metric | Spec. |
|---|---|
| Host Interface | USB Type-C |
| Max Data Transfer Rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN Data Rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Cable Length | 0.152 m |
| Chipset | Realtek RTL8156BG |
| Product Colour | Grey |
Unlock 2.5GbE Performance
This adapter provides 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet access. It significantly boosts your network performance. You can download large files much faster. High-quality video conferencing also benefits from this speed.
Seamless Operating System Integration
Native driver support ensures easy installation. This adapter works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux. It also supports iPhones and tablets. Drivers can be downloaded automatically if needed, even without an internet connection.
Enhanced Network Control
The StarTech Connectivity Tools application improves security and performance. It offers useful utilities. For example, MAC Address Pass-Through enhances network security. The Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility helps you prioritise wired connections.
Before You Order
- Confirm your device has a USB Type-C or Thunderbolt 3 port.
- Check your router or network switch supports 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet.
- Verify your operating system is listed as compatible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this adapter compatible with Thunderbolt 3?
A: Yes, this adapter is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Q: Do I need an external power adapter for this device?
A: No, it is bus-powered and draws power directly from your computer’s USB port.
Q: Does this adapter support Wake-on-LAN?
A: Yes, Wake-on-LAN functionality is supported by this adapter.
Q: What operating systems does it support?
A: It supports Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Linux, and various server operating systems.
Our Recommendation
This StarTech.com USB-C to 2.5Gb Ethernet Adapter, Thunderbolt 3 Compatible, Grey is ideal for users needing a high-speed, reliable wired network connection. It is perfect for professionals, gamers, and anyone transferring large data files. Warranty cover varies by product, so please contact us to confirm.
Specifications
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Internal | No |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Host interface | USB Type-C |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| USB connector form factor | Straight |
| Bandwidth | |
| Full duplex | Yes |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Network | |
| Chipset | Realtek RTL8156BG |
| Ethernet interface type | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Jumbo frames | 16000 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Cabling technology | NBase-T |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3bz, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Auto MDIX IEEE | Yes |
| Jumbo frames support | Yes |
| Full duplex | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| VLAN support | Yes |
| Technical details | |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Auto MDIX IEEE | Yes |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 1912948 h |
| Cable length | 0.152 m |
| Compliance certificates | CE, RoHS |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Grey |
| Chipset | Realtek RTL8156BG |
| Internal | No |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 1912948 h |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Component for | PC/Laptop |
| Software | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 10, Windows 11 Home, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 10 Education, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 8, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 7, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 8.1, Windows 11, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Power | |
| Output voltage | 5 V |
| USB powered | Yes |
| Indication | |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| System requirements | |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2022 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 10, Windows 11 Home, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 10 Education, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 8, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 7, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 8.1, Windows 11, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 22 mm |
| Depth | 152 mm |
| Height | 15 mm |
| Weight | 18 g |
| Package width | 126 mm |
| Package depth | 147 mm |
| Package height | 17 mm |
| Package weight | 24 g |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 126 mm |
| Package depth | 147 mm |
| Package height | 17 mm |
| Package weight | 24 g |
| Performance | |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2022 |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Auto MDIX IEEE | Yes |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 10, Windows 11 Home, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 10 Education, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 8, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 7, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 8.1, Windows 11, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 1912948 h |
| Cable length | 0.152 m |
| Other features | |
| Chipset | Realtek RTL8156BG |
| Jumbo frames | 16000 |
| Cable length | 0.152 m |
| Logistics data | |
| Master (outer) case width | 511 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 335 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 225 mm |
| Products per master (outer) case | 250 pc(s) |
| Identifiers | |
| Distributor SKUs | CM22507, 94970, 11450842, C22GUSBETHERNET, C22G-USB-ETHERN, 10450222, 543927, CLC22GUSBETHERNET, NS94970 |
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