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Compact USB 2.0 to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet dongle with integrated cable

STARTECH

STARTECH USB2100 USB 2.0 10/100 Mbps network card

SKU CH-511C-R6S0W MPN USB2100

Adds a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port via USB 2.0 with Auto MDIX and VLAN tagging support

  • Rated speed10/100 Mbit/s
  • Interface typeUSB 2.0
  • Key featuresAdd a 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet port to your laptop or desktop
  • Product weight0.3
  • In the boxUSB 2.0 to 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet Network Adapter Dongle 1 x
  • Add wired Ethernet via USB 2.0 port
  • 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet for stable connectivity
  • Auto MDIX corrects cable wiring automatically
  • IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging for network segmentation
  • Compact dongle with integrated USB cable included

USB 2.0 10/100 Mbps Network Adapter

The STARTECH USB2100 is a USB 2.0 to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet network adapter dongle. It adds a wired network connection to a laptop or desktop computer through an integrated USB cable. The device supports IEEE 802.3i and 802.3u standards for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX networks. It operates in half or full-duplex mode and includes Auto MDIX crossover detection and correction.

Suited for basic wired connectivity

This adapter suits users who need to add a single 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port to a system via USB 2.0. It supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging for network segmentation. Buyers who require gigabit speeds or a USB 3.0 interface should look at a different adapter. It is not intended for multi-port expansion or wireless connectivity.

USB 2.0 interface determines throughput

The USB 2.0 interface is the single specification that decides whether this is the right part. It caps the maximum throughput at 10/100 Mbps regardless of the network infrastructure. Verify that the host system has an available USB 2.0 port and that 10/100 Mbps performance meets the application requirements.

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Price $23.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB2100
Performance
Rated speed10/100 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 2.0
Size & build
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size170 × 140 × 33 mm
In the box
In the boxUSB 2.0 to 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet Network Adapter Dongle
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual

Questions about this item

Does the USB2100 need a separate cable or port to connect?

The dongle has an integrated USB 2.0 cable so it plugs directly into a USB port with no extra cable required.

What driver step is often missed when installing the USB2100?

Install the driver from the included CD before plugging the dongle in; otherwise the adapter may not be recognised.

Will the USB2100 need firmware updates or part replacements over time?

No firmware updates or replaceable parts are required; the adapter is a passive dongle with no moving components.

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