Product Type | Network Adapter |
Form Factor | External |
Chipset | ASIX AX88179A |
Enclosure Color | White |
Power Requirements | USB bus-powered |
Supported Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, ChromeOS |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Warranty | 2 Years |
StarTech USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - USB-A to RJ45





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- Enables fast Ethernet connectivity on USB-only laptops and ultrabooks for improved network performance
- Supports a wide range of OS platforms including Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, and ChromeOS, ensuring flexible deployment
- Compliant with enterprise requirements through TAA certification and inclusive 2-year warranty
Product Overview
USB 3.0 network adapter adds an Ethernet port to your laptop/desktop - USB to RJ45 Ethernet adapter; 4K Jumbo Frames; VLAN Tagging; WoL - USB NIC adapter; USB bus powered - ASIX AX88179A; Windows/macOS/Ubuntu/ChromeOS - USB-A 3.2 Gen 1; TAA ComplaintSpecifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Connectivity |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH |
Green Compliance | Yes |
Environmental Standards | RoHS Compliant |
Advanced Security Features
Wake-on-LAN (WoL) | Supported |
VLAN Tagging Support | 802.1Q VLAN tagging |
Jumbo Frame Support | Yes, up to 4K bytes |
Link Aggregation | No |
Package Contents
Included Accessories | 1 - USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter |
UPC | 065030849906 |
Interfaces
Host Interface | USB 3.0 Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
Network Interface | RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet) |
Networking / Ports Qty | 1 |
Data Transfer Rate | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
USB Compatibility | Backward compatible with USB 2.0 |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 1 Inch |
Depth | 8.5 Inch |
Height | 0.6 Inch |
Weight | 32 g |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) |
Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management | Not applicable |
License Type | Not required |
Networking Standards and Protocols
IEEE 802.3i (10BASE-T) | Supported |
IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX) | Supported |
IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) | Supported |
IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet) | Supported |
IEEE 802.1Q (VLAN Tagging) | Supported |