Plugable USB 2.0 10/100 Fast Ethernet Adapter

The Plugable USB2-E100 Fast Ethernet adapter is a great way to add fast 10/100Mbps Ethernet to your computer via USB 2.0. This adapter is compact, portable, durable, and features wide compatibility using an ASIX AX88772 chipset. Two LEDs monitor power and link activity. Wired Ethernet via this adapter can provide fast and reliable streaming, networking, internet browsing and more.

Some common uses include:

  • Adding wired Ethernet support to compatible Windows, Linux and Chromebook computers via a simple USB adapter
  • Improving connectivity speed vs. computers currently connected over WiFi/802.11 wireless networks
  • Replacing or upgrading existing network adapters
  • Add an additional network interface to your setup

Compatibility

Compatible with:

  • Microsoft Windows—11, 10, 8.x, 7, Vista, XP
  • Linux—Kernel 2.6.35 and higher
  • Chrome OS—Support with up-to-date systems
  • Nintendo Wii, Wii U, and Switch—Compatible with no driver required

Not Compatible with:

  • Not supported for use with macOS
  • Not supported for use with FreeBSD or pfSense
  • Not recommended for streaming devices from any manufacturer

Please note, this adapter is NOT a solution for connecting USB devices like printers, hard drives, etc to a network. This adapter cannot be used to share Ethernet, WiFi, or Data between multiple devices. This adapter cannot be used for Preboot Execution Environment (PXE). This adapter is NOT supported on macOS.

Performance

  • Full 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet performance over the USB 2.0 480Mbps bus
  • Powered through the USB connection—no power cord needed
  • Ethernet port connects to any 10/100Mbps network
  • Widely used, and compatible, ASIX AX88772 chipset

Note: When accessing sites on the Internet, the bandwidth provided by your internet service provider will likely determine your ultimate speeds.

Technical Specifications/ In the Box

Chipset

The USB2-E100 features an ASIX AX88772A chipset for fast 10/100Mbps network speeds and maximum compatibility with devices using a USB 2.0/3.0 port.

Driver

  • 32/64-bit drivers for Windows 11, 10, 8.x, 7, Vista and XP.
  • Drivers built into Linux kernel 2.6.35 and higher.
  • Chrome OS is supported with the latest updates.

In the Box

  • USB2-E100 Fast Ethernet adapter
  • Driver CD
  • Quick Install Guide

Using the driver CD is optional. You can download the driver from the manufacturer’s driver page when needed.