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Compact USB 2.0 to RJ45 Ethernet adapter with short cable

EN-Labs

EN-Labs U2RJ458152B USB 2.0 to 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-8WA8-4ACKA

Adds a 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port via USB 2.0, driver-free on Windows 8.1 and Mac OS X 10.9 or newer, using the RTL8152B chipset

  • Connector A1x USB 2.0 male
  • Connector B1x 100Mbps Ethernet female
  • FeaturesThis USB 2.0 network adapter enables you to connects a USB 2
  • Adds wired 10/100 Mbps Ethernet through a USB 2.0 port
  • Driver-free on Windows 8 and Mac OS X 10.9 or newer
  • REALTEK RTL8152B chipset handles MAC and PHY in one chip
  • Auto-senses 10 or 100 Mbps link speed
  • Supports Wake-on-LAN and IEEE 802.3x flow control

What this adapter does

The EN-Labs U2RJ458152B adds a 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port to any device with a USB 2.0 socket. It is aimed at ultrabooks, tablets and desktops that lack a built-in LAN port or have a damaged one. The adapter draws power from the USB bus and uses a compact pigtail cable for easy transport.

Driver-free operation on modern systems

No driver is required for Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.9 or newer, enabling true plug-and-play use. Older platforms such as Windows 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 need a driver installation. The RTL8152B chipset also supports Wake-on-LAN and IEEE 802.3x flow control without extra software.

USB 2.0 bus limits throughput to 100 Mbps

Although the USB 2.0 interface runs at 480 Mbps, the Ethernet side is capped at 100 Mbps by the Fast Ethernet PHY. Buyers who need gigabit speeds should choose a USB 3.0 or 3.1 adapter instead.

Highlights

  • Adds wired 10/100 Mbps Ethernet through a USB 2.0 port
  • Driver-free on Windows 8 and Mac OS X 10.9 or newer
  • REALTEK RTL8152B chipset handles MAC and PHY in one chip
  • Auto-senses 10 or 100 Mbps link speed
  • Supports Wake-on-LAN and IEEE 802.3x flow control

Specifications

BrandEN-Labs
ModelU2RJ458152B
Connector A1x USB 2.0 male
Connector B1x 100Mbps Ethernet female
FeaturesThis USB 2.0 network adapter enables you to connects a USB 2.0 device (computer/tablet) to a router, modem, or network switch to deliver Hi-Speed Full 10/100 Mbps Ethernet over USB 2.0's 480 Mbps bus, faster than most wireless connections. This USB 2.0 ethernet adapter is compatible with all existing 10/100 networks,helpful for replacing a broken internal network card or add a separate routable network interface to your PC computer, laptop. Built in RTL8152B chipset, is driver-free and supports plug and play. Integrated fast ethernet MAC, phsical clip and transceiver in on chip Switc

Questions about this item

Will the USB 2.0 male connector or the RJ45 port need replacement after frequent plugging?

The adapter uses a single USB 2.0 male plug and one 100 Mbps RJ45 female port; both are solid-state with no moving parts, so no scheduled replacement is required.

What throughput limit appears first when the adapter runs at full 100 Mbps continuously?

The USB 2.0 bus caps at 480 Mbps, while the Ethernet side auto-negotiates at 10 or 100 Mbps, so the 100 Mbps Ethernet ceiling is reached before the USB bus saturates.

How much heat or fan noise does the RTL8152B chipset produce during all-day operation?

The RTL8152B integrates MAC, PHY and transceiver in one chip with no fan; it is USB-powered and stays cool enough for pocket carry during continuous use.

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