StarTech.com USB4 to Ethernet Adapter
Description
Easily speed up your workflow with 10GbE, the fastest copper speeds available, through a simple USB4 or Thunderbolt connection.
This high-performance 10G Ethernet adapter is a robust and durable solution for IT professionals looking to add an RJ45 port to a USB-C enabled computer. It supports multi-gigabit speeds, including 10/5/2.5/1Gbps and 100Mbps Base-T. Additionally, 10GBASE-T and 5GBASE-T/2.5GBASE-T (NBASE-T) capabilities ensure compatibility with modern network switches and access points.
10GbE Network Speeds
Ideal for bandwidth-intensive tasks, server maintenance, high-performance storage, or streaming, this adapter is powered by the Marvell AQC107S chipset. It delivers reliable 10GbE performance and supports plug-and-play installation in Windows and macOS environments.
Quiet and Compact Design
Compact and travel-ready, this adapter measures just 4.27x2.9x1.14in (108.5x75x29mm). The aluminum chassis supports passive cooling for silent operation. Built-in LEDs indicate activity and link status at a glance.
Included Accessories
A detachable 19.6in (50cm) USB-C cable is included to support flexible installation and maintain consistent performance across compatible USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 ports.
This TAA-compliant 10G Ethernet adapter is backed for two years and includes free lifetime 24/5 multilingual technical support.
Note: Requires PCIe tunneling and may not work on all USB-C systems; USB-only mode is not supported.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Startech - network adapter - USB4 / Thunderbolt 5 - 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T x 1 - TAA Compliant
- Device Type
- Network adapter
- Form Factor
- External
- Interface (Bus) Type
- USB4 / Thunderbolt 5
- Ports
- 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T x 1
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 7.5 cm x 10.85 cm x 2.85 cm
- Weight
- 520 g
- Cabling Type
- Ethernet 100Base-TX, Ethernet 1000Base-T, Ethernet 10GBase-T, Ethernet 2.5GBase-T, Ethernet 5GBase-T, NBase-T
- Data Link Protocol
- 100Mb LAN, 1GbE, 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE
- Data Transfer Rate
- 40 Gbps
- Capacity
- Jumbo frame size: 9000 bytes
- Processor
- ASMedia / Marvell ASM2464PDX / AQC113-B1
- Compliant Standards
- IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11be
- Colour
- Grey
- System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows 10 / 11, Apple macOS 14.2 or later
- TAA Compliant
- Yes
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2-year warranty
Detailed Specification
General
- Device Type
- Network adapter
- Form Factor
- External
- Interface (Bus) Type
- USB4 / Thunderbolt 5
Networking
- Ports
- 1/2.5/5/10GBase-T x 1
- Connectivity Technology
- Wired
- Cabling Type
- Ethernet 100Base-TX, Ethernet 1000Base-T, Ethernet 10GBase-T, Ethernet 2.5GBase-T, Ethernet 5GBase-T, NBase-T
- Data Link Protocol
- Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate
- 40 Gbps
- Capacity
- Jumbo frame size: 9000 bytes
- Status Indicators
- Link/activity
- Features
- Auto-negotiation, WOL, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), USB powered, PXE support, promiscuous mode, aluminium housing, passive cooling
- Compliant Standards
- IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11be
Processor / Memory
- Processor
- ASMedia / Marvell ASM2464PDX / AQC113-B1
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x 10GBase-T - RJ-45 - female , 1 x Thunderbolt 5 - 24 pin USB-C - female
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included
- 1 x network adapter (external) , 1 x USB4 cable (external) - 50 cm
- MTBF
- 50,000 hours
- Compliant Standards
- Plug and Play, RoHS, WEEE, RCM
- Colour
- Grey
- TAA Compliant
- Yes
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required
- Microsoft Windows 10 / 11, Apple macOS 14.2 or later
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 7.5 cm
- Depth
- 10.85 cm
- Height
- 2.85 cm
- Weight
- 520 g
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Shipping Width
- 17 cm
- Shipping Depth
- 13.4 cm
- Shipping Height
- 7.4 cm
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 2 years
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 5 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 55 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 20 - 80% RH
