StarTech.com USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter, USB 3.0 Network Adapter NIC with USB Port, USB to RJ45, USB Passthrough
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Overview
- USB NETWORK ADAPTER: Use the USB-A port on your laptop to add LAN access through a Gigabit Ethernet port; Features an integrated USB 3.0 passthrough port to connect additional peripherals; Crossover Detection & Auto-Correction (Auto MDIX)
- FULL FEATURED: USB-A to Ethernet dongle; Uses ASIX AX88179A Chipset for native compatibility with laptop, desktops, and 2-in-1 computers; Wake-On-LAN and VLAN Tagging support
- OS COMPATIBILITY: USB NIC adapter for laptop; Works with Windows versions 7 and up, Windows Server, macOS 10.14 and up, Ubuntu 20.04 Kernel 5.15 and up (LTS Versions only), and Chrome OS
- VERSATILE DESIGN: With its compact and lightweight design for maximum portability, this USB Type-A NIC/Gigabit network adapter enables you to securely connect your laptop to a Gigabit Ethernet network wherever you go; USB bus-powered
- CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities
Add a Gigabit Ethernet port and a USB 3.0 pass-through port to your laptop through a single USB 3.0 port
The USB31000SPTB USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter lets you add a Gigabit network port to your laptop or Ultrabook™ computer through a USB 3.0 port, and features an integrated USB 3.0 pass-through port that keeps your USB port available for use with other peripherals. The RJ45 port supports 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet and is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3i/u/ab standards. The network adapter is the ideal laptop accessory for your Microsoft Surface™ Pro 4, Surface Pro 3, Surface 3, Surface Pro 2 or Surface Book.
An ideal replacement LAN adapter or laptop accessory, this compact USB 3.0 NIC leverages the 5 Gbps speed of USB 3.0 to provide full gigabit bandwidth and also offers backward compatibility with USB 2.0 systems (speed limited by USB bus).
The adapter supports features such as IPv4/IPv6 packet Checksum Offload Engine (COE) and TCP large send offload to reduce the load on your CPU. Jumbo Frames, full-duplex operation with 802.3x flow control and VLAN tagging are also supported, making this an efficient and full-featured USB network adapter.
Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech Connectivity Tools Application
Developed to improve performance and security, StarTech Connectivity Tools is the only software suite on the market that works with a wide range of IT connectivity accessories. The software suite includes:
• MAC Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.
• Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.
Visit www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools for more information and to download the StarTech Connectivity Tools.
Specifications
Ports & interfaces
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
|---|---|
| Host interface | USB |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
Network
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
|---|---|
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet interface type | Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000BaseT(X) |
| Full duplex | Yes |
| Jumbo frames | 4000 |
| Jumbo frames support | Yes |
| VLAN tagging | Yes |
| Maximum operating distance | 100 m |
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Design
| Internal | No |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Chipset | ASIX - AX88179, VIA - VL811 |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| LED indicators | Activity, Link |
Power
| USB powered | Yes |
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System requirements
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 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 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, 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, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows Vista x64, Windows XP, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac 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 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 50 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 85% |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width | 35 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 126 mm |
| Height | 17 mm |
| Weight | 44 g |
Packaging content
| Manual | Yes |
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Technical details
| Compliance certificates | CE, RoHS |
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Other features
| USB data transfer rates | 5000 Mbit/s |
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Delivery
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Returns
- Changed your mind? Tell us within 14 days of receiving your item, then return it within a further 14 days, unused and in its original packaging. A minimum £9.99 collection fee applies.
- Faulty or damaged on arrival? Contact us within 48 hours of delivery.
- Custom-built PCs can only be returned if faulty. Opened headphones, earphones and AirPods can't be returned for hygiene reasons.
