Nippon Labs
Nippon Labs 30U3-20-AX179 USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Converter White
Adds a 1 Gbps Ethernet port to any USB 3.0 Type A socket, drawing power from the bus and supporting Energy Efficient Ethernet
- TypeUSB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Converter
- ColorWhite
- Changer TypeUSB 3.0 to RJ45
- SpecificationsConnect A: USB 3.0 Type A Male Connect B: RJ-45 (Gigabit Eth
- Connector A1x USB 3.0 male
- Connector B1x 1Gbps Ethernet female
- Gigabit wired network access from any USB 3.0 port
- Works with Windows XP through Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.4 or above
- Energy Efficient Ethernet support lowers power draw during idle periods
- Automatic polarity correction keeps the link stable without manual setup
- Remote wakeup via Magic Packet or Wakeup Frame lets the system sleep until needed
USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet converter
The Nippon Labs 30U3-20-AX179 adds a wired 1Gbps network port to any computer with a free USB 3.0 Type A socket. It draws power from the bus and requires no external supply. The white enclosure houses an on-chip PHY and controller compliant with USB Spec 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1.
Suitable for laptops or desktops missing
Systems that only offer USB 2.0 ports will be limited to lower speeds, and users needing multi-gigabit throughput should consider other solutions. The adapter supports Windows XP, Vista, 7 and above plus Mac OS X 10.4 or above.
On-chip USB 3.0 PHY with Energy Efficient Ethernet
The integrated controller handles super, high and full speed modes with automatic bus-power or self-power detection. It supports IEEE 802.3az for reduced power consumption during low-link utilisation. Parallel detection and automatic polarity correction simplify cable installation.
Highlights
- Gigabit wired network access from any USB 3.0 port
- Works with Windows XP through Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.4 or above
- Energy Efficient Ethernet support lowers power draw during idle periods
- Automatic polarity correction keeps the link stable without manual setup
- Remote wakeup via Magic Packet or Wakeup Frame lets the system sleep until needed
Specifications
| Brand | Nippon Labs |
|---|---|
| Model | 30U3-20-AX179 |
| Type | USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Converter |
| Color | White |
| Changer Type | USB 3.0 to RJ45 |
| Specifications | Connect A: USB 3.0 Type A Male Connect B: RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet Port) Type: USB 3.0 to Ethernet Converter System Requirements: Macintosh OS X 10.4 or above Windows XP, Vista, 7 or above |
| Connector A | 1x USB 3.0 male |
| Connector B | 1x 1Gbps Ethernet female |
| Features | Integrate on-chip USB 3.0 PHY and controller compliant to USB Spec 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1. USB super/high/full speed modes with bus-power or self-power device auto-detect capability. Support IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet). Parallel detection and automatic polarity correction. Support suspend mode and remote wakeup via link-change, Magic Packet, Microsoft Wakeup Frame and external wakeup pin. |
| Shipping weight | 0.05 kg |
| Package size | 229 × 160 × 18 mm |
Questions about this item
Should I choose the USB 3.0 version or would a USB 2.0 model be enough for Gigabit Ethernet?
The adapter uses a USB 3.0 Type A male connector that supports super, high and full speed modes, so it can deliver the full 1Gbps Ethernet rate; a USB 2.0 port would limit throughput to the bus maximum.
What does the 1Gbps Ethernet rating mean when the adapter is plugged into my laptop?
The RJ-45 port is rated at 1Gbps and the on-chip USB 3.0 PHY complies with USB Spec 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1, allowing the link to run at Gigabit speed when connected to a USB 3.0 host.
Which USB standard does the converter use and what speed does that cap in practice?
It uses a USB 3.0 Type A male connector compliant with USB Spec 3.0, 2.0 and 1.1, so the practical ceiling is the USB 3.0 bus bandwidth for super-speed operation.
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