Struggling with unreliable Wi-Fi or a missing Ethernet port on your laptop? The Ethernet Adapter plugs into any USB 3.0 slot and instantly gives you a stable, high-speed wired connection, perfect for streaming, gaming or remote work. It works on both new and older computers, so you stay online without buying a new device.
Key Features of a USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter
- Interface (Bus) Type: SuperSpeed USB 3.0. Provides full gigabit bandwidth when connected to a USB 3.0 host.
- Ports: Gigabit Ethernet. Delivers up to 1 Gbps wired speed for fast data transfer.
- Maximum data transfer rate: 5000 Mbit/s. Ensures smooth performance even with heavy network traffic.
- Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux, and various server editions. Works with most operating systems you already use.
- Power: USB powered. No external power brick required, keeping your workspace tidy.
- Wake on LAN (WOL): Enabled. Lets you power on a PC remotely over the network.
- Auto-MDI/MDI-X: Auto-uplink. Automatically detects and configures the correct cable type.
- Jumbo Frames support: Enabled. Improves efficiency for large data transfers.
- VLAN Tagging: Supported (except on macOS). Allows network segmentation for business environments.
StarTech.com Ethernet Adapter
If you rely on a steady internet connection for work, study or entertainment, you know how frustrating a weak Wi-Fi signal can be. Many laptops and compact desktops lack a built-in Ethernet port, leaving you with spotty wireless links. This adapter fits neatly into a USB slot, giving you the reliability of a wired link without the need for a new machine.
Benefits of StarTech.com Ethernet Adapter
- Reliable connection: Consistent wired speed eliminates drops caused by Wi-Fi interference.
- Plug-and-play: No drivers needed on most systems, so you can start using it straight away.
- Portable: Small, external design lets you carry it in a bag for travel or remote work.
- Future-proof: USB 3.0 support means you’ll get full gigabit performance on modern PCs.
Usages of a USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter
Ideal for home offices, conference rooms, classrooms and on-the-go professionals, this adapter lets you connect laptops, ultrabooks or tablets to any standard network switch or router, ensuring fast, secure access wherever you need it.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | White |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | FCC, RoHS |
| Networking |
| Networking / Ports | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | WOL, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), USB powered, IPv4 and IPv6 Large Send Offload and Checksum Offload (LSO/TCO), Jumbo Frames support, VLAN Tagging (not supported in MacOS) |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-T |
| Networking / Interface (Bus) Type | SuperSpeed USB 3.0 |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | Network adapter |
| Networking / Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| System Requirements |
| System Requirements / OS Required | Apple macOS 11.3 or later |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Network adapter |
| General / Form Factor | External |
| General / Interface (Bus) Type | SuperSpeed USB 3.0 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 - female |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required | Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux Kernel 2.6.25 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Apple MacOS X 10.6 - 10.15, Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11, Apple macOS 11.3 or later |
| Summary Details |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Host interface | USB |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | White |
