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Small grey USB-A to RJ45 adapter with braided cable, aluminium shell, two indicator lights, 40 grams

WALNEW USB 3.0 to Ethernet Adapter Grey 40g

SKU CH-6ACP-RK2WF

Adds a Gigabit RJ45 port to any USB-A laptop or desktop for a stable 1 Gbps wired link, driver-free on Windows, macOS and Chrome OS

  • ColorGrey
  • Weight40 grams
  • Gigabit wired speeds up to 1000 Mbps with USB 3.0
  • Driver-free setup on Windows, Mac OS and Chrome OS
  • RTL8153 chip enables Wake-on-LAN and protocol offload
  • Aluminium shell and braided nylon cable for heat dissipation
  • Pocket-sized at 2.05 x 0.89 x 0.59 inch, 40 grams

Compact USB-A Gigabit Adapter

This WALNEW adapter adds a 1000 Mbps Ethernet port to laptops and desktops that only have USB-A sockets. It is aimed at office workers, students and travellers who need a wired link instead of Wi-Fi for stable video calls or large file transfers. The grey aluminium body weighs 40 grams and measures 2.05 by 0.89 by 0.59 inch.

Driver-Free Plug-and-Play Operation

No software installation is required on Windows, macOS or Chrome OS; the device works immediately after insertion. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 means it functions on older ports, though at reduced throughput. The built-in RTL8153 chip handles Wake-on-LAN, crossover detection and IPv4/IPv6 protocol offload in low-power states.

Aluminium Shell with Braided Cable

The aluminium housing acts as a heatsink for extended sessions while the braided nylon cable resists tangling and strain. Dual-colour LEDs show green when the adapter is powered and yellow when an Ethernet link is detected. Not compatible with Nintendo Switch, smart TVs or Fire Stick devices; buyers needing USB-C or multi-port hubs should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Gigabit wired speeds up to 1000 Mbps with USB 3.0
  • Driver-free setup on Windows, Mac OS and Chrome OS
  • RTL8153 chip enables Wake-on-LAN and protocol offload
  • Aluminium shell and braided nylon cable for heat dissipation
  • Pocket-sized at 2.05 x 0.89 x 0.59 inch, 40 grams

Specifications

BrandWALNEW
ModelUSB 3.0 to Ethernet Adapter
ColorGrey
Weight40 grams

Questions about this item

Will the RTL8153 chip inside the adapter need any firmware updates or driver reinstallation over time?

No firmware updates are required; the adapter uses a driver-free design for Windows, macOS and Chrome OS, so the RTL8153 chip operates without ongoing software maintenance.

What is the maximum sustained throughput the USB 3.0 link can deliver before it becomes the bottleneck?

The USB 3.0 interface supports up to 5 Gbps, well above the adapter's 1000 Mbps Ethernet ceiling, so the network link remains the limiting factor under continuous load.

Does the aluminum shell stay cool enough for all-day use without throttling or fan noise?

The aluminum housing acts as a passive heatsink; with no moving parts the adapter runs silently and maintains stable temperatures during extended operation.

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