StarTech.com US1GC30A Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - StarTech USB C to Aluminum Thunderbolt 3 Port Compatible USB Type C Network Adapter Use this sleek aluminum converter to add a Gb Ethernet port to a MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with USB Type C Silver

Now, you can easily connect to a Gigabit network through the USB-C™ port on your laptop. This Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) network adapter delivers reliable network connections - without even having to install drivers. Its sleek silver design looks great with your MacBook, and any laptop or Chromebook™ with a similar look. It's also compatible with Thunderbolt™ 3 ports. Sleek design with easy portability Engineered with a high-quality aluminum housing in a silver finish, the network adapter is the perfect companion for your MacBook, and any laptop or Chromebook™ with a similar color finish. Compact and portable, this USB network adapter is the ideal laptop accessory. You don't have to carry a power adapter with you to use it because it's powered directly from the host USB port. Native driver support makes installation easy Get up and running quickly. Simply plug the adapter into the USB-C port on your laptop and connect to your network. The adapter chipset provides native driver support in Chrome OS™, Mac OS 10.10, Windows® 8.1. Powerful Gigabit network connections The USB Type-C™ network adapter supports full Gigabit bandwidth by harnessing the performance of USB 3.0, also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps). You can access very large files over the network at Gigabit speeds. Trouble-free connections through USB-Type-C The USB Type-C connector is smaller and easier to use than previous USB connectors. It's a reversible plug so you can connect to your devices with either side facing up. You can insert the cable the right way every time - without frustration or the risk of port damage. The US1GC30A is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support. More from the Manufacturer

Product Description

Technical Information

Chipset Manufacturer:
Realtek
Chipset Model:
RTL8153

Interfaces/Ports

Host Interface:
USB 3.1
Total Number of Ports:
1
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports:
1

Media & Performance

Media Type Supported:
Twisted Pair
Maximum Data Transfer Rate:
5 Gbit/s

Network & Communication

Network Technology:
10/100/1000Base-T

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Silver
Product Color:
Silver
Form Factor:
Desktop
Height:
0.7"
Width:
0.9"
Depth:
2.6"
Weight (Approximate):
1.20 oz

Miscellaneous

Device Supported:
Server
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
Country of Origin:
China

Hardware
Bus Type : USB 3.1 Gen 1
Chipset ID Realtek : RTL8153
Industry Standards : IEEE 802.3, 802.3u and 802.3ab
Interface : RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Ports : 1
Performance
Auto MDIX : Yes
Compatible Networks : 10/100/1000 Mbps
Full Duplex Support : Yes
Maximum Data Transfer Rate : 5Gbps
Type and Rate : USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s) : 1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Male
External Ports : 1 - RJ-45 Female
Software
OS Compatibility : Windows 10 (32/64), 8.1 (32/64), 8 (32/64), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64)
Windows Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64)
Mac OS 10.6 - 10.11 - VLAN tagging is currently not supported in Mac OS
Linux Kernel 2.6.25 - 3.17.0
Special Notes / Requirements
System and Cable Requirements : Available USB Type-C port
Power Source
USB-Powered
Environmental
Humidity : 20 percent to 90 percent RH
Operating Temperature : 0^oC to 70^oC (32^oF to 158^oF)
Storage Temperature : -55^oC to 125^oC (-67^oF to 257^oF)
Physical Characteristics
Color : Silver
Form Factor : Attached Cable
Included in Package
1 - USB-C to GbE network adapter
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
12 x 7 x 2

Weight
8.60lb

Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty