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Compact USB 2.0 to RJ45 Ethernet adapter in black with LED indicators

GCROWN

GCROWN USB 2.0 to RJ45 Ethernet Adapter 10/100 Mbps

SKU CH-3W50-VK480

Adds a wired 10/100 Mbps RJ45 port via USB 2.0 for Windows, Mac, Linux and Chrome OS devices

  • TypeEthernet Adapter
  • Adds wired RJ45 networking to laptops lacking a port
  • 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over USB 2.0 480 Mbps bus
  • More stable than typical wireless for streaming and calls
  • Works with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS 10.6–10.12, Linux 2.6/3.x, Chrome OS
  • USB powered, no external supply needed; link and activity LEDs

USB 2.0 to RJ45 Ethernet Adapter

The GCROWN adapter adds a wired RJ45 network port to devices that lack one. It plugs into a USB 2.0 socket and delivers 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet speeds over the 480 Mbps bus. Link and activity LEDs show connection status at a glance. Power is drawn directly from the USB port so no external supply is needed.

Suitable for laptops, tablets

This adapter suits owners of Ultrabooks, notebooks or MacBook Air models that need a reliable wired link for file transfers, video calls, gaming or HD streaming. It works with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X 10.6 through 10.12, Linux kernels 2.6 and 3.x, and Chrome OS. Buyers who need gigabit throughput, Windows RT support, Android compatibility, or a connection for a Nintendo Switch should look elsewhere.

10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over USB 2.0

The single specification that decides fit is the 10/100 Mbps Ethernet rate carried over a USB 2.0 interface. This caps wired throughput at 100 Mbps, which is well below gigabit but still faster and more stable than typical wireless links. If your workflow demands higher wired bandwidth, this adapter will not meet that requirement.

Highlights

  • Adds wired RJ45 networking to laptops lacking a port
  • 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over USB 2.0 480 Mbps bus
  • More stable than typical wireless for streaming and calls
  • Works with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, macOS 10.6–10.12, Linux 2.6/3.x, Chrome OS
  • USB powered, no external supply needed; link and activity LEDs

Specifications

TypeEthernet Adapter

Questions about this item

What USB port must my laptop already have to use the GCROWN USB 2.0 to RJ45 adapter?

The adapter plugs into any standard USB 2.0 Type-A port, which is the rectangular port found on most laptops, desktops and Surface Pro devices.

Will the adapter run at 10/100 Mbps if I plug it into an older 10 Mbps hub?

Yes, the adapter negotiates automatically; it will link at 10 Mbps on legacy hubs and at 100 Mbps on Fast Ethernet switches.

How do I know the link is active after I connect the Ethernet cable?

The built-in Link LED lights solid when a 10 or 100 Mbps connection is established, and the Activity LED blinks during data transfer.

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