The black USB 2.0 to Gigabit Ethernet NIC Network Adapter from StarTech offers a reliable USB Ethernet connection, adding a single RJ-45 Ethernet port to a USB-enabled computer system, with support for connecting to Gigabit networks. It is backward compatible with older USB 1.x computer systems. Powered via USB, this compact and portable USB Gigabit network adapter offers an ideal desktop replacement network adapter or laptop accessory.
The Gigabit USB adapter helps to conserve system resources, using built-in NDIS6 Checksum and Large Send Offload support and Jumbo Frames. With support for features such as VLAN tagging and Wake on LAN (WOL), the adapter is suitable for home and business users. You can add Gigabit Ethernet capabilities to a desktop or laptop without opening the computer or taking up an available expansion slot. Replace a failed integrated network adapter with an external, USB Ethernet connection, instead of having to open a desktop or laptop computer case. Additionally, connect the laptop PC to a Gigabit network or backbone which is perfect for small or home offices, departmental network applications, and network gaming.The adapter supports Gigabit networking over USB 2.0 with up to 480 Mb/s of bandwidth
IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3ab (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T) compatible
Powered directly from the USB ports
Jumbo Frame support up to 9KB
Supports Microsoft NDIS 6.2 Checksum Offload (IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP) and Large Send Offload
Crossover Detection and Auto-Correction (Auto MDIX)
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging support
Embedded 20KB SRAM for packet buffering
Activity and Gigabit Link LED indicators
Compact, lightweight design for maximum portability