USB-C to Gigabit Network Adapter - Silver

Use this sleek aluminum converter to add a Gb Ethernet port to your MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with USB Type-C. Now, you can easily connect to a Gigabit network through the USB-C™ port on your laptop. This Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) network adapter delivers reliable network connections - without even having to install drivers.  Its sleek silver design looks great with your MacBook, and any laptop or Chromebook™ with a similar look. It's also compatible with Thunderbolt™ 3 ports.

Sleek design with easy portability

Engineered with a high-quality aluminum housing in a silver finish, the network adapter is the perfect companion for your MacBook, and any laptop or Chromebook™ with a similar color finish. Compact and portable, this USB network adapter is the ideal laptop accessory. You don’t have to carry a power adapter with you to use it because it’s powered directly from the host USB port.

Native driver support makes installation easy

Get up and running quickly. Simply plug the adapter into the USB-C port on your laptop and connect to your network. The adapter chipset provides native driver support in Chrome OS™, Mac OS 10.10, Windows® 8.1.

Powerful Gigabit network connections

The USB Type-C™ network adapter supports full Gigabit bandwidth by harnessing the performance of USB 3.0, also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps). You can access very large files over the network at Gigabit speeds.

Trouble-free connections through USB-Type-C

The USB Type-C connector is smaller and easier to use than previous USB connectors. It’s a reversible plug so you can connect to your devices with either side facing up. You can insert the cable the right way every time - without frustration or the risk of port damage.

The US1GC30A is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Manufacturer Part Number
US1GC30A
EAN/UPC
0065030863278,065030863278
Full Product Specifications

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Warranty Information

  • Warranty: 2 Years
Physical Characteristics
  • Color: Silver
  • Product Height: 17 mm [0.7 in]
  • Product Length: 65 mm [2.6 in]
  • Product Weight: 38 g [1.3 oz]
  • Product Width: 24 mm [0.9 in]
Hardware
  • Bus Type: USB 3.1 Gen 1
  • Chipset ID: Realtek RTL8153
  • Industry Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u and 802.3ab
  • Interface: RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
  • Ports: 1
Performance
  • Auto MDIX: Yes
  • Compatible Networks: 10/100/1000 Mbps
  • Full Duplex Support: Yes
  • Maximum Cable Length: 1.5 cm [0.6 in]
  • Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 5Gbps
  • Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
Connector(s)
  • Connector Type(s): 1 - USB 3.1 USB Type-C (24 pin; Gen 1; 5 Gbps) Male
  • External Ports: 1 - RJ-45 Female
Software
  • OS Compatibility: Windows® 10 (32/64), 8.1 (32/64), 8 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64) Windows® Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64) Mac OS® 10.6 - 10.10 - VLAN tagging is currently not supported in Mac OS Linux Kernel 2.6.25 - 3.17.0
Special Notes / Requirements
  • System and Cable Requirements: Available USB Type-C port
Power
  • Power Source: USB-Powered
Environmental
  • Humidity: 20% ~ 90% RH
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
  • Storage Temperature: -55°C to 125°C (-67°F to 257°F)
Packaging Information
  • Shipping (Package) Weight: 35 g [1.2 oz]
What's in the Box
  • Included in Package: 1 - USB-C to GbE network adapter