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StarTech.com USB 3.0 Network Adapter-Silver

StarTech.com USB 3.0 Network Adapter-Silver

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Quicklinx: BLK2WS00 Mfr#: USB31000SA
Wired / Wireless: Wired
Protocol: Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor: External
Compatibility: PC, Mac, Unix
Type: Network adapter
Less than 10 in stock
£25.69 ex VAT
£30.82 inc VAT
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Description

Add a Gigabit Ethernet port to your MacBook, Chromebook or tablet. Gain fast, reliable network access for your MacBook, Chromebook or tablet, even if it doesn't have an Ethernet port. This USB 3.0 to Gigabit network adapter adds a single RJ45 Ethernet port to your computer through your USB 3.0 port. It installs instantly - with no driver required.

Engineered with a quality aluminum housing in a silver finish, the network adapter is the perfect companion for your MacBook, Chromebook or tablet. 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.

Ideal for office or home use, the USB 3.0 network adapter supports full Gigabit bandwidth by harnessing the performance of USB 3.0 (5 Gbps). You can quickly access very large files over a Gigabit network, saving valuable time every day. The Realtek chipset gives you the assurance of reliable performance.

Get up and running quickly. Simply plug this Ethernet cable adapter into the USB port on your laptop and connect to your network. The network adapter chipset provides native driver support, so you don't have to worry about installing additional software.

  • Sleek, silver design looks great with MacBook or Chromebook

    Engineered with a quality aluminum housing in a silver finish, the network adapter is the perfect companion for your MacBook, Chromebook or tablet. 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.
  • Powerful Gigabit network connections

    Ideal for office or home use, the USB 3.0 network adapter supports full Gigabit bandwidth by harnessing the performance of USB 3.0 (5 Gbps). You can quickly access very large files over a Gigabit network, saving valuable time every day. The Realtek chipset gives you the assurance of reliable performance.
  • Native driver support makes installation easy

    Get up and running quickly. Simply plug this Ethernet cable adapter into the USB port on your laptop and connect to your network. The network adapter chipset provides native driver support, so you don't have to worry about installing additional software. The USB31000SA is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
StarTech.com USB 3.0 to Gigabit Network Adapter - Silver - Sleek Aluminum Design for MacBook, Chromebook or Tablet - Native Driver Support (USB31000SA) - network adapter - USB 3.0 - Gigabit Ethernet x 1
Device Type
Network adapter
Form Factor
External
Interface (Bus) Type
SuperSpeed USB 3.0
Ports
Gigabit Ethernet x 1
Dimensions (WxDxH)
2.5 cm x 6.5 cm x 1.7 cm
Weight
36 g
Cabling Type
Ethernet 10Base-T, Ethernet 100Base-TX, Ethernet 1000Base-T
Data Link Protocol
10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, 1GbE
Capacity
Jumbo frame size: 9000
Processor
Realtek Semiconductor RTL8153
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az
Colour
Silver
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Google Chrome OS, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux Kernel 2.6.25 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Linux LTS versions only, Apple MacOS X 10.7 - 10.15, Apple macOS 11.0, Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11, Apple macOS 12.0, Apple macOS 13.0
Works With Chromebook
Yes
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year warranty


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
Network adapter
Form Factor
External
Interface (Bus) Type
SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Networking

Ports
Gigabit Ethernet x 1
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Cabling Type
Ethernet 10Base-T, Ethernet 100Base-TX, Ethernet 1000Base-T
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Capacity
Jumbo frame size: 9000
Status Indicators
Power, link/activity
Features
Full duplex capability, WOL, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), USB powered, surge protection, Jumbo Frames support, Energy Efficient Ethernet, VLAN Tagging (not supported in MacOS)
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az

Processor / Memory

Processor
Realtek Semiconductor RTL8153

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces
1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 - female

Miscellaneous

Works With Chromebook
Yes
Compliant Standards
UL, FCC, RoHS
Colour
Silver

Software / System Requirements

OS Required
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Google Chrome OS, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Linux Kernel 2.6.25 or later, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Linux LTS versions only, Apple MacOS X 10.7 - 10.15, Apple macOS 11.0, Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11, Apple macOS 12.0, Apple macOS 13.0

Dimensions & Weight

Width
2.5 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Height
1.7 cm
Weight
36 g

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
Limited warranty - 2 years

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
70 °C
Humidity Range Operating
20 - 90%

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Wired / Wireless: Wired
Protocol: Fast Ethernet
Protocol: Ethernet
Protocol: Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor: External
Compatibility: PC
Compatibility: Mac
Compatibility: Unix
Type: Network adapter
Brand: StarTech.com
Price Range Ex VAT: £0 - £50
Stock Status: In Stock
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