StarTech.com USB Ethernet Adapter USB 3.0 300 mm Grey 1000Mbps Network Speed

StarTech.com USB Ethernet Adapter, 1000 Mbps Network Speed, Grey - USB31000S2

This USB Ethernet adapter provides a wired network connection for devices with a USB Type A port, enabling reliable LAN access where native RJ45 sockets are absent. It connects via a USB 3.0 Interface and supports standard Ethernet environments, offering a Compact grey unit with an attached cable for straightforward deployment in industrial and laboratory settings.

Features and Benefits:

• 1000 Mbps wired throughput for high-bandwidth data transfers
  USB 3.0 Interface for reduced host latency and Faster link setup
  IEEE 802.3ab compliance for Gigabit Ethernet interoperability
  Energy Efficient Ethernet support to lower power consumption
  IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging capability for network segmentation
  300mm integrated cable length for tidy desktop installations

Applications

• Suitable for connecting test benches to Gigabit LANs
  Ideal for laptops used in automation commissioning
  Used with diagnostic equipment requiring 1000BASE-T links
  Can be used for temporary network access in workshops
  Used for VLAN-separated control networks in electrical labs

Which physical connector is required on the host device?

It requires a USB Type A receptacle to establish the data connection.

How does the adapter handle lower-speed networks?

It negotiates with 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX links for backward compatibility.

Does it mitigate energy use when idle?

Yes, it implements Energy Efficient Ethernet to reduce power during low activity.

Can it participate in VLAN-managed networks?

It supports IEEE 802.1Q tagging so it can carry VLAN traffic for segmented networks.