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White rectangular USB-C hub with short cable, one Ethernet port and three USB-A ports

TRENDnet

TRENDnet TUC-ETGH3 USB-C Gigabit Adapter Hub White

SKU CH-87Z5-WSPZG

Adds a Gigabit Ethernet port and three USB 3.0 ports to USB-C computers running Windows or Mac

  • TypeOther
  • SpecificationsStandards: IEEE 802.3 IEEE 802.3u IEEE 802.3ab IEEE 802.3x I
  • Features1 x Gigabit Ethernet port 3 x USB 3.0 ports Windows and Mac
  • Adds wired Gigabit Ethernet via USB-C
  • Three USB 3.0 ports for 5 Gbps peripherals
  • Works with Windows and Mac computers
  • Flexible USB-C cable fits tight spaces
  • Wake on LAN supported for remote management

Compact USB-C Hub with Gigabit Ethernet

The TRENDnet TUC-ETGH3 adds a wired network link and three USB 3.0 ports to a Windows or Mac computer through a single USB-C connection. It supports IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x and 802.3az standards for broad compatibility. The flexible cable eases placement on crowded desks. Backward compatibility extends to USB 2.0 and 1.1 peripherals.

Thermals noise and power draw

Bus-powered operation draws energy directly from the host port without an external supply. No active cooling is present so the unit runs silently during file transfers or streaming. The aluminium-style casing passively dissipates heat generated by the Gigabit controller and USB hub logic. Typical use stays well within standard USB-C power limits.

Wake on LAN support

The adapter can wake a suspended system when a magic packet arrives at the RJ-45 port. This feature works on both Windows and Mac platforms without extra drivers. It is useful for remote access or scheduled maintenance tasks. Buyers who need more than three USB ports or a multi-gigabit link should consider a larger dock.

Highlights

  • Adds wired Gigabit Ethernet via USB-C
  • Three USB 3.0 ports for 5 Gbps peripherals
  • Works with Windows and Mac computers
  • Flexible USB-C cable fits tight spaces
  • Wake on LAN supported for remote management

Specifications

BrandTRENDnet
ModelTUC-ETGH3 (V1.0R)
TypeOther
SpecificationsStandards:
IEEE 802.3
IEEE 802.3u
IEEE 802.3ab
IEEE 802.3x
IEEE 802.3az
USB Type-C
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
USB 1.1
Interface:
1 x USB Type-C connector
3 x USB 3.0 ports
1 x Gigabit port
Maximum Data Rate:
Up to 2 Gbps (Gigabit port)
Up to 5 Gbps (USB port)
Special Features:
Compact form factor
Energy saving GREENnet technology
Flexible USB Type-C cable
USB Bus Powered:
Output: 5V, 0.9A
Consumption 4.5W (max.)
System Compatibility:
Windows: 10, 8.1, 8
MacOS: 10.9 - 10.13
Operating Temperature: 0 - 40 degree C (32 - 104 degree F)
Operating Humidity: Max. 90% non-condensing
Package Contents:
TU
Features1 x Gigabit Ethernet port
3 x USB 3.0 ports
Windows and Mac compatible
Flexible USB-C cable accommodates most installations
Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices
Supports Wake on LAN (Suspend Mode)

Questions about this item

How do I install the TUC-ETGH3 and what step do people often miss?

Plug the USB-C connector into the host computer; the adapter draws power from the port so no external supply is needed. The step often missed is allowing the operating system a few seconds to enumerate the Gigabit Ethernet and three USB 3.0 ports before connecting cables.

What maintenance or replacement will the TUC-ETGH3 need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the unit has no moving parts or user-replaceable components. If the flexible USB-C cable or any port becomes physically damaged, the whole adapter must be replaced.

What limit appears first on the TUC-ETGH3 during sustained heavy transfers?

The combined throughput of the Gigabit Ethernet link and three USB 3.0 ports shares a single USB-C uplink capped at 5 Gbps, so aggregate traffic above that rate will bottleneck at the host connection.

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