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Compact white USB 3.0 to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet adapter with status LEDs

STARTECH

STARTECH USB31000SW USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet network card

SKU CH-KM69-7QH6A MPN USB31000SW

Adds a Gigabit Ethernet port through a USB 3.0 connection for wired speeds up to 1000 Mbps

  • Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
  • Interface typeUSB
  • Key featuresProduct Type:Gigabit Ethernet Card
  • Product weight0.35
  • In the boxUSB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet NIC Network Adapter 1 x Driver C

Color White

  • Gigabit wired speeds up to 1000 Mbps via USB 3.0 port
  • ASIX AX88179A chipset gives native driver support across Windows, macOS, Linux and ChromeOS
  • Adds RJ45 Ethernet port to laptops and desktops lacking built-in LAN
  • Bus-powered design needs no external adapter for portable use
  • LED indicators show link status and traffic activity at a glance

USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter

The StarTech USB31000SW adds a wired Gigabit Ethernet port to any laptop or desktop through a USB 3.0 connection. It uses the ASIX AX88179A chipset and supports 10/100/1000 Mbps network speeds. The adapter is bus-powered and includes LED indicators for link status and activity. It is TAA compliant for government procurement requirements.

Check your USB port and operating system

Verify the host system has an available USB 3.0 Type-A port for full Gigabit throughput, though the adapter will also function at reduced speed on USB 2.0 ports. Supported operating systems include Windows 7 and later, Windows Server, macOS 10.14 and later, Linux kernel 4.11 LTS or newer, and ChromeOS. A driver CD is supplied, but most supported platforms provide native driver support.

Bus-powered NIC for instant wired connectivity

The compact adapter draws power directly from the USB bus, so no external power supply is needed. It frees you from unreliable wireless connections by providing a stable RJ45 link for docking stations, thin clients, or systems with a failed onboard Ethernet port. The package includes the adapter, a driver CD, and an instruction manual.

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Price $25.99
Cheaper than about 88% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameUSB31000SW
Performance
Rated speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Size & build
Shipping weight0.12 kg
Package size168 × 130 × 43 mm
In the box
In the boxUSB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet NIC Network Adapter
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual

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Questions about this item

What cables or accessories come in the box and do I need to buy anything else to connect to a network?

The package includes the USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet adapter, a driver CD and an instruction manual. A standard RJ45 Ethernet cable is not supplied and must be purchased separately.

Which version of the adapter should I choose for a laptop that only has USB 3.0 ports and needs full gigabit throughput?

The USB31000SW model is a single USB 3.0 to 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 adapter, so it matches a USB 3.0 port and provides the full gigabit capability in one unit.

What real-world speed can I expect when the adapter is plugged into a USB 3.0 port on a Windows 10 laptop?

The adapter supports 10/100/1000 Mbps network speeds and uses the ASIX AX88179A chipset with native Windows 10 drivers, so it will negotiate up to the full gigabit rate of the connected network.

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