
The USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter gives you the ability to add a Gigabit Ethernet port to your laptop or MacBook though a single USB 3.0 Type-A port, supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet and is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3/az/u/ab/x standards. This ethernet adapter provides full gigabit bandwidth and offers backward compatibility with USB 2.0. It also supports features such as IPv4/IPv6/TCP/UDP packet Checksum Offload Engine (COE) and TCP Large Send Offload to reduce the load on your CPU. Jumbo Frames, full-duplex operation, VLAN tagging and 2 VLAN ID filtering are also supported, making this an ideal replacement LAN adapter or laptop accessory in areas without Wi-Fi or if you just want to increase your Internet speed.
Q: Does this adapter require a separate power source?
A: No, the adapter is USB-powered, eliminating the need for an external power source.
Q: What is the maximum data transfer rate of this ethernet adapter?
A: The ethernet adapter delivers high-speed network access with data transfer rates up to 1000 Mbps in half-duplex and full-duplex modes.
Q: How can I tell if the adapter is connected and working?
A: The adapter has an Activity and link LED indicator to show connection status.
Q: Which operating systems are compatible with this ethernet adapter?
A: The adapter is compatible with Microsoft® Windows® 7 or later, macOS® 10.8 or later (Driver required), Linux® Kernel up to 5.x, and Chrome OS™.
Q: Is this ethernet adapter compatible with older USB ports?
A: Yes, while it uses a USB 3.0 interface, it is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
Q: Is driver required with windows 10 of can it be just plugged in and used that way?
A: I was able to use it on my laptop , running Windows 10, without having to load any additional drivers
Q: Will this work for the Nintendo Switch?
A: Yes It will work with the NINTENDO SWITCH For faster speeds, Just make sure you use the USB 3.0 Port on the back of the switch not the two on the side of the dock.
Customers are impressed with the USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter's ease of use, performance, and speed, with many noting its great compatibility and network connectivity. The adapter's USB functionality and appropriate size are also appreciated. While driver installation can sometimes be a concern, the adapter is generally well-received.
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The USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter gives you the ability to add a Gigabit Ethernet port to your laptop or MacBook though a single USB 3.0 Type-A port, supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet and is fully compatible with IEEE 802.3/az/u/ab/x standards. This ethernet adapter provides full gigabit bandwidth and offers backward compatibility with USB 2.0. It also supports features such as IPv4/IPv6/TCP/UDP packet Checksum Offload Engine (COE) and TCP Large Send Offload to reduce the load on your CPU. Jumbo Frames, full-duplex operation, VLAN tagging and 2 VLAN ID filtering are also supported, making this an ideal replacement LAN adapter or laptop accessory in areas without Wi-Fi or if you just want to increase your Internet speed.

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| Pros for j5create - USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Silver | |||
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| Ease of use, Speed, Compatibility, Performance, USB | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Price, Speed, Connectivity | Overall Performance, Ease of use, Compatibility, Price, Ethernet | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for j5create - USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Silver | |||
| Driver Installation | Ethernet Port | Heat | There were no cons for this product— |