StarTech.com USB31000SW USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Enhance your laptop or desktop with reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity through a USB 3.0 port. The USB31000SW adapter provides a single RJ45 Ethernet port supporting full Gigabit speeds (10/100/1000 Mbps) when connected to a USB 3.0 host, delivering superior network performance compared to USB 2.0 adapters.

This compact and portable adapter is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.x systems, making it an ideal network solution for both home and business users. It supports advanced features such as Jumbo Frames, VLAN tagging, and Wake on LAN (WOL) to ensure versatile and efficient network management.

Powered via USB bus and equipped with status and activity LEDs, this adapter uses the reliable ASIX AX88179A chipset for native compatibility across a wide range of devices including laptops, desktops, and 2-in-1 computers. It is compatible with Windows 7 and later, Windows Server, macOS 10.14+, Linux kernel 4.11+ (LTS only), and ChromeOS.

Additional connectivity tools include a performance and security application featuring MAC Address Changer and Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities. The USB31000SW is TAA compliant and backed by a 2-year warranty with free lifetime technical support from StarTech.com.