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Compact aluminium USB-C to RJ45 network adapter, silver finish

Acer ODK440 Origin 1Gbps USB-C Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-XBTZ-PKVNF

Adds a 1 Gbps wired network port to USB-C devices using an aluminium RTL8153B dongle

  • Product colorOrigin
  • Product weight40 g
  • Stable wired internet wherever Wi-Fi is unreliable
  • 1 Gbps peak speed through updated RTL8153B chip
  • Aluminium housing dissipates heat and weighs 40 grams
  • Works with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7, macOS, Chrome OS, iPadOS, Android
  • Thunderbolt 3 and 4 compatible for modern laptops and tablets

Reliable Wired Connection

The Acer ODK440 Origin adapter adds a gigabit Ethernet port to any device with a USB-C socket. It targets laptop, tablet and phone users who need a stable wired link instead of spotty Wi-Fi. Plug-and-play operation means no driver installation on supported systems.

Build Quality and Daily Use

An aluminium shell dissipates heat while keeping weight low for travel. The reinforced RJ45 and USB-C ports resist wear from frequent insertion. Two status LEDs give immediate link and activity feedback for quick troubleshooting. Thunderbolt 3/4 compatibility extends the range of host devices.

Upgrade Path and When It Matters

This adapter replaces a missing onboard Ethernet port or an older 100 Mbps dongle. The jump to 1 Gbps is worthwhile when transferring large files, streaming high-bitrate video or gaming over a wired LAN. A Cat6 or better cable is required to reach the rated throughput.

How it compares

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Price $14.99
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,221 comparable items (median $19.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAcer
Model nameODK440
Product colorOrigin
Size & build
Product weight40 g

Questions about this item

What USB-C standard does the Acer ODK440 support and what speed does it cap at?

It uses a USB-C connector with Thunderbolt 3/4 compatibility and the RTL8153B chip to deliver up to 1 Gbps, falling back to 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps when the link negotiates lower.

What physical space and cable does the adapter need to work?

The 40 g aluminum dongle plugs directly into a USB-C port; reaching 1 Gbps requires a CAT6 or better Ethernet cable, otherwise it will negotiate 100 Mbps or 10 Mbps.

How do I install the adapter and what step do people miss?

Plug it into a USB-C port on Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7/XP/Vista, Linux, macOS, Chrome OS, iPadOS or Android — no driver install needed — but remember to use a CAT6 or higher cable if you want the full 1 Gbps link.

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