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Compact black USB-C to RJ45 adapter with aluminium finish, 35 grams

Zebra LC-ETH25 USB-C 2.5Gb Ethernet Adapter Black

SKU CH-GTBM-CQ6VH

A 2.5 Gbps USB-C to RJ45 network adapter with Realtek RTL8156B chip for MacBook, iPhone 15/16 Pro, XPS, Surface and iPad Pro

  • Adapter typeType
  • Connector typeRJ45
  • Seller noticeNot applicable, true
  • Product typeUSB Type-C, RJ45
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsUSB Type-C, RJ45, 35 g, 1.7018 L x 5.9944 W x 13.9954 H cent
  • 5 Gbps wired speed backed by Realtek RTL8156BG chip
  • Low power draw keeps adapter cool at full throughput
  • Works with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and iOS 17+
  • USB-C plug fits MacBook, iPad Pro, iPhone 15/16 Pro, XPS, Surface
  • Lightweight aluminium body weighs 35 grams

What it is

The Zebra LC-ETH25 is a USB-C to RJ45 network adapter that adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port to laptops, tablets and phones with a USB-C socket. It uses a Realtek RTL8156B chip and is backward compatible with 1000M, 100M and 10M speeds. The aluminium housing weighs 35 grams.

Who it suits and who should look elsewhere

It suits owners of MacBook Pro or Air, Dell XPS, iPad Pro or Air, Mac Mini, iPhone 15 or 16 Pro and Pro Max who need wired networking beyond 1 Gbps. It will not help buyers who need a USB-A connector, a second Ethernet port or Power Delivery pass-through for charging while connected.

Installation and common issues

The adapter is plug-and-play on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and iOS 17 or later; no driver download is required. Actual throughput is limited by the internet service, router, cable quality and host system settings. Overheating is unlikely because the RTL8156B runs cool at full 2.5 Gbps load.

How it compares

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Price $21.99
Pricier than about 55% of the 1,221 comparable items (median $19.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameZebra
Product lineLC-ETH25
Model nameLC-ETH25
Product typeUSB Type-C, RJ45
Adapter typeType
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector typeRJ45
Size & build
Product dimensions20'
Product weight35 g
In the box
In the box1 x USB Type-C, RJ45

Questions about this item

Does my laptop need a USB-C port to use the LC-ETH25 adapter?

Yes, the adapter connects via a USB Type-C plug, so the host must provide a USB-C port.

Will the adapter fall back to 1000 Mbps if my router only supports Gigabit Ethernet?

The RTL8156BG chip is backward compatible with 1000M, 100M and 10M networks, so it will negotiate the highest speed the link allows.

How can I confirm the link is running at 2.5 Gbps after I plug it in?

Check the network adapter status in your operating system; it should report a 2.5 Gbps connection when the switch and cable support that rate.

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