StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter, 10/100/1000 Mbps, USB to RJ45, USB 3.0 to LAN Adapter, USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter (GbE), TAA Complaint

SKU: USB31000SW
£29.93 inc. VAT
  • USB NETWORK ADAPTER: USB to RJ45 adapter adds an Ethernet port to your computer supporting up to Gigabit speeds on 10/100/1000 Mbps Networks; Ideal for reliable wired gigabit network connections, or as an alternative to WiFi
  • FULL FEATURED: USB to Ethernet dongle; Uses ASIX AX88179A Chipset for native compatibility with laptops and desktops, and 2-in-1's computers; USB Bus Powered; Status & Activity LED's indicators
  • OS COMPATIBILITY: USB NIC adapter for laptop; Works with Windows versions 7 and up, Windows Server, macOS 10.14 and up, Linux distributions with kernel 4.11 and up (LTS only), and ChromeOS, TAA Complaint
  • TECHNICAL SPECS: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5 Gbps); Compatible with USB 3.0/2.0; 1x RJ45; 4K Jumbo Frames; VLAN Tagging; Wake on LAN; Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE); Supports twisted pair crossover & auto detection (Auto-MDIX); Color: White
  • CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities"

Add Gigabit Ethernet network connectivity to a Laptop or Desktop through a USB 3.0 port

The USB31000SW USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter adds a single RJ45 Ethernet port to a USB-enabled computer system, with support for Gigabit network connections at full bandwidth when used with a USB 3.0 host connection, unlike USB 2.0 adapters.

This compact USB 3.0 network adapter is backward compatible with older USB 2.0/1.x computer systems (speed limited by USB bus), making it the ideal portable replacement network adapter or laptop accessory. Plus, with support for features such as Jumbo Frames, VLAN tagging and Wake on LAN (WOL), the adapter offers versatile Gigabit network performance for home and business users alike.

The USB31000SW USB 3.0 Gigabit adapter is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

Ports & interfaces
USB version 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
Interface Ethernet
Host interface USB
Connectivity technology Wired
Network
Maximum operating distance 100 m
VLAN tagging Yes
Jumbo frames support Yes
Jumbo frames 4000
Full duplex Yes
Cabling technology 10/100/1000BaseT(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet interface type Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN Yes
Networking standards IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u
Maximum data transfer rate 5000 Mbit/s
Design
LED indicators Yes
Chipset ASIX - AX88179
Product colour White
Component for PC/Laptop
Internal No
System requirements
Server operating systems supported Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Linux operating systems supported Yes
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 10.6 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
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
Compatible operating systems Windows XP(32/64-bit)/ Server 2003(32/64-bit)/ Server 2008 R2/ Vista(32/64-bit)/ 7(32/64-bit)/ 8(32/64-bit) Mac OS 10.6/ 10.7/ 10.8
Operational conditions
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 0 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T) -20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °C
Sustainability
Sustainability compliance Yes
Weight & dimensions
Weight 27 g
Height 16 mm
Depth 210 mm
Width 26 mm
Packaging data
Package weight 119 g
Package height 45 mm
Package depth 133 mm
Package width 162 mm
Drivers included Yes
Packaging content
Manual Yes
Technical details
Compliance certificates CE, RoHS
Logistics data
Products per master (outer) case 20 pc(s)
Master (outer) case height 167 mm
Master (outer) case length 351 mm
Master (outer) case width 457 mm
Harmonized System (HS) code 85176990
Other features
Housing material Plastic