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Small USB 3.0 to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet adapter with compact dark housing

PISKEKAT

PISKEKAT USB 3.0 to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter AX88179A

SKU CH-J7Q4-G61RM

Adds a Gigabit RJ45 port via USB 3.0, delivering 1000 Mbps wired speeds with AX88179A chip and driver-free setup on Windows 10/11 and macOS

  • Adds a Gigabit RJ45 port to laptops lacking Ethernet
  • 1000 Mbps wired speed with USB 3.0 bandwidth
  • AX88179A chip keeps the connection stable
  • Works driver-free on Windows 11/10/8.1 and macOS
  • Compact design fits in a pocket for travel

USB 3.0 Gigabit adapter for laptops

The PISKEKAT USB 3.0 to RJ45 adapter adds a wired Ethernet port to ultrabooks, notebooks or devices with a damaged network port. It uses the AX88179A chipset to deliver 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity over a standard RJ45 jack. The compact design fits easily in a briefcase or pocket for mobile professionals.

Sustained throughput with flow control

The adapter supports IEEE 802.3x flow control for both full-duplex and half-duplex operation, helping maintain stable throughput during extended transfers. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ensures the link remains active even on older ports, although maximum speed requires a USB 3.0 connection and Cat6 or better cabling.

Check driver needs and cable grade

Driver-free installation works on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, macOS and Chrome OS, while Windows 7, XP, Vista and Linux require a driver download. To reach 1000 Mbps you must use Cat6 or higher Ethernet cable; slower cables will limit the link to 100 Mbps. Verify your device has an available USB-A port before ordering.

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Questions about this item

Does the AX88179A chip run hot or draw much power when the adapter is used all day?

The adapter uses the AX88179A chip in a compact, fanless design that stays cool during continuous operation and draws power only from the USB 3.0 port without an external supply.

What does the buyer need to already own for the adapter to work?

You need a device with a USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port and a Cat6 or higher Ethernet cable to reach 1000 Mbps speeds.

Will this adapter work alongside an older USB 2.0 hub or a Windows 7 machine the buyer keeps?

Yes, it is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports and supports Windows 7, though a driver is required on that OS.

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