Microconnect MC-USBACNET2.5G kabeladapter USB C RJ-45 0,2 m zwart

The MicroConnect MC-USBACNET2.5G is a compact 2-in-1 USB-C and USB-A to RJ45 cable adapter (0.2 m) that provides up to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for laptops and devices with USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.0 ports. Housed in an aluminum body with built-in heat dissipation, the adapter supports multiple Ethernet standards and is compatible with Mac, Windows and Linux systems.

Advantages

This adapter supports 10/100/1000 Mbps and 2.5 Gbps (IEEE 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3bz), offers backward compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1, and includes Wake-on-LAN features such as Wake Packet Detection (WPD) and RealWoW for remote wake-up. It supports jumbo frames up to 16384 bytes and has green and amber LEDs to indicate power, link and speed. The compact, portable design and dual USB-C/USB-A connectivity make it versatile for travel and mixed-device environments.

Suitable for

• Connecting laptops or tablets without a built-in Ethernet port
• Upgrading network speed to 2.5 Gbps where supported
• Use with Windows, macOS and Linux systems
• Portable networking for business travel or home office

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: MicroConnect, model MC-USBACNET2.5G (EAN: 5715063053416)
• Connector: USB-C (Thunderbolt 3 compatible) and USB 3.0 (USB-A) to RJ45
• Cable length: 0.2 m
• Ethernet standards: IEEE 802.3u (10/100 Mbps), IEEE 802.3ab (1000 Mbps), IEEE 802.3bz (2.5 Gbps)
• Jumbo frame support: up to 16384 bytes
• OS compatibility: Mac, Windows, Linux
• Indicators: green and amber LEDs for power, link and speed
• Housing: aluminum with heat dissipation design

How to use

Plug the USB-C or USB-A end of the adapter into your device's corresponding port and connect the RJ45 plug into a network port or switch. The system should detect the adapter automatically; install drivers if prompted by your operating system. For Thunderbolt 3 ports use the USB-C connector to ensure maximum compatibility and performance.

Recommendations

Use the USB-C connection for best throughput and ensure your network supports 2.5 Gbps to achieve full 2.5G performance. Keep the adapter ventilated during extended transfers to assist heat dissipation, and update drivers from the manufacturer when required.