2.5GbE USB C to Ethernet Adapter - USB 3.0 Type C NBASE-T NIC

Upgrade your laptop with 2.5 GbE network access by utilizing an available USB C port. This USB 3.0 Type C to Gigabit network adapter offers a wired Ethernet network connection that is perfect for both office and home use. Enjoy powerful 2.5 Gigabit network connections, allowing you to take advantage of full 2.5 Gigabit bandwidth through the USB 3.0 performance. This enables you to access large files quickly over a 2.5 Gigabit network, saving you valuable time on a daily basis.

Setting up the network adapter is a breeze thanks to its native driver support. Simply plug the USB C to RJ45 LAN adapter into your laptop's USB port and connect to your network. The Realtek RTL8156 chipset provides native driver support for Mac OS and Linux, ensuring a seamless installation process. For Windows operating systems without the necessary drivers, the adapter will automatically prompt you to download the required software directly from the adapter, making for a quick installation even without Internet access.

Designed to be compact and lightweight, this USB Gigabit network adapter is perfect for use as a desktop network adapter or laptop accessory. It eliminates the need for a separate power adapter, as it is powered directly from the host USB port. Backed by a StarTech 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support, the US2GC30 is a reliable and convenient networking solution.

Featuring high performance specs, the 2.5GbE USB C to Ethernet Adapter/ USB Type C/Thunderbolt 3 Network Adapter allows for secure connections to high-speed networks and is compatible with existing Gigabit LANs. It is ideal for content creators using high-performance laptops and workstations such as Mac Pro, MacBook Pro, Surface Book, HP ZBook, Dell Precision, and Lenovo P Series.

Technical specifications include USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x RJ45 port, 2.5Gbps Multi-Gigabit support, Realtek RTL8156BG chipset, NBASE-T & 2.5GBASE-T compatibility, 9K Jumbo frame support, Wake on LAN (WoL) functionality, VLAN capabilities, and USB bus powered operation.

Maximize your bandwidth with NBASE-T for speeds of up to 2.5 Gbps over existing Cat 5e cables without the need for costly Cat 6A or fiber optic cables. The auto-negotiation feature ensures that you always have the maximum bandwidth available.

This network adapter is compatible with a variety of operating systems and hypervisors, including Windows 7 and newer, Windows Server 2008 R2 and newer, Linux LTS Kernel 4.19 and newer, MacOS 10.11 and up, and iOS devices like the iPhone 15 [Plus/Pro/Max] and newer.

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