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Compact USB 2.0 Type A female to RJ45 male Ethernet adapter, black plastic body

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SMUGDESK USB 2.0 Type A Female to RJ45 Male Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-P3GZ-SW68J

Adds a wired 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port to laptops and mini PCs via USB 2.0 Type A female input

  • Adds wired LAN to port-less laptops
  • USB 2.0 female to RJ45 male connector
  • 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet for stable access
  • Plug-and-play on Windows, macOS and Linux
  • Compact design fits in any travel bag

USB 2.0 to RJ45 wired adapter

This compact converter adds a wired Ethernet port to devices that only offer USB 2.0 Type A female sockets. It targets ultra-thin laptops, mini PCs and single-board computers lacking a built-in RJ45 jack. The plug-and-play design works with most Windows, macOS and Linux systems without extra software. Travellers and office workers gain a stable cable connection wherever Wi-Fi is unreliable.

Sustained 10/100 Mbps throughput

The adapter complies with the USB 2.0 standard and delivers Fast Ethernet rates of 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps. Because the bus caps bandwidth at 100 Mbps, large file transfers or long streaming sessions will not exceed this ceiling. Performance stays consistent during extended use since there is no thermal throttling in the passive design. Users needing Gigabit speeds must choose a different interface.

Integrated male RJ45 plug

The single-piece housing combines a USB 2.0 Type A female receptacle with a fixed RJ45 male connector, eliminating a separate cable. Its lightweight build slips into a pocket or backpack for daily carry. The supplier advises against frequent forceful insertion to preserve the port contacts over time. A Cat5 or higher patch cord completes the link to the network.

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Price $12.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does the USB 2.0 adapter generate noticeable heat when used continuously for online meetings?

The compact design draws little power from the USB 2.0 port, so it stays cool during all-day use such as video calls and document transfers.

What type of network cable must I already have to connect this adapter?

You need a Cat5 or higher standard Ethernet cable with an RJ45 plug to link the adapter to your router or switch.

Will this 100 Mbps adapter slow down a Gigabit router I already own?

The adapter negotiates at 10 or 100 Mbps, so a Gigabit router simply steps down to 100 Mbps for this connection while other ports keep their full speed.

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