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Compact USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet adapter in aluminium finish

TP-Link

TP-Link UE302C USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-65ZX-GT3GB

Adds 2.5 Gbps wired Ethernet to USB-C devices with plug-and-play setup and an aluminium case

  • 5 Gbps wired speed for smoother 4K streaming
  • Plug-and-play setup on Windows 11, macOS and Linux
  • Thunderbolt 3/4 compatible for MacBook Pro and iPad Pro
  • Aluminium alloy case keeps components cool and durable
  • Upgrades older laptops to 2.5G LAN without new hardware

USB-C 2.5 Gbps Network Adapter

The TP-Link UE302C adds a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port to any USB-C or Thunderbolt device, letting laptops, tablets and phones reach wired speeds far above standard Gigabit. It targets users who need reliable high-throughput links for 4K or 8K streaming, large file transfers and low-latency gaming without replacing their existing hardware. Compatible systems include Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome OS, Linux and iOS devices such as MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iPad Pro, Dell XPS, Surface, Chromebook and ThinkPad models.

Driver-Free Installation

The adapter works immediately after plugging it in, with no driver downloads or manual setup required on supported operating systems. Its aluminum alloy housing doubles as a passive heatsink, keeping the controller cool during sustained transfers and preventing the thermal throttling that often degrades performance on compact dongles. Buyers who need managed-switch features such as VLAN tagging or link aggregation should verify OS-level support, as the adapter itself exposes a standard Ethernet interface only.

2.5 Gbps Headroom

At 2.5 Gbps the link comfortably handles multiple 4K streams, rapid backups to NAS devices and competitive online gaming with ample margin over 1 Gbps connections. The bottleneck shifts to the host USB-C port speed, the router or switch uplink, and the internet plan itself, so environments still limited to 1 Gbps infrastructure will not see the full benefit. Users requiring 10 Gbps or fibre connectivity need a different class of adapter.

Highlights

  • 5 Gbps wired speed for smoother 4K streaming
  • Plug-and-play setup on Windows 11, macOS and Linux
  • Thunderbolt 3/4 compatible for MacBook Pro and iPad Pro
  • Aluminium alloy case keeps components cool and durable
  • Upgrades older laptops to 2.5G LAN without new hardware

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How can I verify the UE302C is delivering 2.5 Gbps after plugging it in?

Check the network adapter status in your OS; it should report a 2.5 Gbps link speed when connected to a 2.5G-capable router or switch.

What comes with the UE302C and what must I provide separately?

The adapter itself is included; you must supply a USB-C or Thunderbolt host device and a 2.5G-capable router or switch plus Ethernet cable.

Which UE302C version should I choose for a MacBook Pro with Thunderbolt 4?

The single UE302C model works with Thunderbolt 4 and 3 ports on MacBook Pro and Air, delivering up to 2.5 Gbps wired speeds.

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