StarTech.com USB-C to Ethernet Adapter with USB-A Dongle, 10/100/1000Mbps, USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter, 6in/15cm Attached Cable, USB GbE Adapter

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StarTech.com USB-C to Ethernet Adapter w/USB-A Dongle, 10/100/1000Mbps, USB GbE Adapter, 6in/15cm Attached Cable, Status LEDs
  • USB-C NETWORK ADAPTER: Add an Ethernet port to a USB-C or USB-A computer supporting up to Gigabit speeds with auto-negotiation for 10/100/1000Mbps BASE-T Networks; RJ45 Network port features link status LEDs for easy troubleshooting and minimal downtime
  • THOUGHTFUL DESIGN: Attached 6in/15cm cable provides extended reach and improved flexibility, reducing strain on ports; USB-C connector with attached USB-C to USB-A dongle ensures compatibility with laptops, desktops, and 2-in-1 devices; USB Bus Powered
  • BROAD COMPATIBILITY: Auto-installs on most operating systems including Windows 7/up, Linux LTS Kernel 4.19+ and up, MacOS/iOS/ChromeOS; Works with MacBooks, Chromebooks and all hardware platforms, including Intel, AMD, ARM (Snapdragon) and Apple Silicon
  • APPLICATIONS: Ideal replacement for broken ethernet ports on laptops; Provides a wired connection that is faster and more secure than wireless for home, work and travel; Efficiently provision and maintain laptops with WoL and PXE
  • TECH SPECS: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (5Gbps); Backwards compatible with USB 3.0/2.0; 1x GbE RJ45 Port; 10/100/1000Mbps; Realtek RTL8153B; 9K Jumbo Frames; VLAN Tagging; Wake-on-LAN; PXE Boot support; Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE); Thunderbolt Compatible
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Connectivity technology Wired
Host interface USB Type-A/USB Type-C
Interface Ethernet
Maximum data transfer rate 5000 Mbit/s
SKU C21GA-USB-ETHERNET
EAN 0065030907842
Manufacturer StarTech.com
Availability In Stock
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Add Gigabit Ethernet network connectivity to a Laptop or Desktop through a USB Type-C or A port

Add a Gigabit network port to your computer, using a USB Type-C connection. The RJ45 port supports multiple speeds (10/100/1000 Mbps) and is fully compatible with Cat5 (and higher) cabling. Share or receive files over a network, access network storage/backup, and stream online content while reducing wait times and slowdowns.

1 Gigabit Network Connection

This adapter supports both current and legacy Ethernet networks down to 10Mbps, making it ideal for providing a reliable network connection almost anywhere whether at home, work or while traveling. The USB-C host connector with attached USB-C to USB-A dongle offers compatibility with laptops, desktop computers, and 2-in-1's. The Realtek chipset is broadly supported on new and older laptops enabling PXE capabilities to aid IT departments with provisioning and maintaining systems along with Wake-on-LAN (WoL) support. The adapter provides a wired connection that is faster and more secure than wireless, making it ideal for IT professionals.

Plug and Play Device Configuration

Simply connect the network adapter to your computer's USB Type-C port. This USB-C to RJ45 adapter features VLAN tagging, 9K Jumbo Frames, Wake-on-LAN, Status LEDs and full-duplex Ethernet making it the perfect companion for on-the-go users who require a wired network connection.

Compact and Versatile Design

The USB Gigabit network adapter is light and compact. It features a built-in 6in (15cm) cable provides extended reach and improved flexibility, while reducing cable/connector strain. Additionally, USB bus power simplifies the setup and makes it a convenient accessory while on the move.

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Ports & interfaces
InternalNo
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
InterfaceEthernet
Host interfaceUSB Type-A/USB Type-C
Connectivity technologyWired
USB connector form factorStraight
Bandwidth
Full duplexYes
Maximum data transfer rate5000 Mbit/s
Network
ChipsetRealtek RTL8153B
VLAN taggingYes
Ethernet interface typeFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Jumbo frames9000
Ethernet LANYes
Cabling technology10/100/1000BaseT(X)
Networking standardsIEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Auto MDIX IEEEYes
Jumbo frames supportYes
Full duplexYes
Ethernet LAN data rates10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Maximum data transfer rate5000 Mbit/s
Technical details
Product colourGrey
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Auto MDIX IEEEYes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1969065 h
Cable length0.152 m
Design
Product colourGrey
ChipsetRealtek RTL8153B
InternalNo
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1969065 h
LED indicatorsActivity, Speed
Component forPC/Laptop
Housing materialPlastic
Software
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Power
USB poweredYes
Indication
LED indicatorsActivity, Speed
System requirements
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 45 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-10 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 85%
Weight & dimensions
Width21.5 mm
Depth353 mm
Height15 mm
Weight26 g
Package width128 mm
Package depth22 mm
Package height15 mm
Package weight35 g
Packaging data
Package width128 mm
Package depth22 mm
Package height15 mm
Package weight35 g
Performance
Wake-on-LAN readyYes
Auto MDIX IEEEYes
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura, Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma
Linux operating systems supportedYes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1969065 h
Cable length0.152 m
Other features
ChipsetRealtek RTL8153B
Jumbo frames9000
Housing materialPlastic
Cable length0.152 m
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width500 mm
Master (outer) case length320 mm
Master (outer) case height210 mm
Products per master (outer) case200 pc(s)

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Compact and Versatile Design

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