When your Wi-Fi is patchy, use this StarTech.com adapter to drop a network line to your computer. The connector simply slots into a USB C or Thunderbolt port on a laptop or PC. At the other end, there's an RJ45 socket, so you can plug in your Ethernet cable. It's useful for boosting the reliability of your internet connection during remote working and hot-desking sessions.

Easy to useThis plug-in-and-play gadget couldn't be simpler to use. A built-in chipset gives you native driver support, so you can swiftly set it up without any software.
High performanceThe USB 3.1 connector supports 5Gbps and the Ethernet port supports 2Gbps data transfer speeds to handle large files.

• Compatible with Linux, Mac and Windows OS for flexibility
• 24g weight for easy portability

• USB-C to GbE network adapter

Can I use this USB Ethernet adapter with Wake-on-LAN protocols?Yes, this adapter supports Wake-on-LAN for convenient power management.

What is USBC-C?

USB-C is a one of the latest advancements in USB connectivity. This USB connector type can carry video and data. This single connector supports multiple protocols and can carry everything from USB 1.1 to USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, as well as DisplayPort and HDMI (via Alt modes) and Thunderbolt 3 (on Thunderbolt 3 equipped laptops). This type can support the following:
Data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps, if you use USB 3.1.
Bi-directional power delivery up to 100W, if both the USB host connection and the device support it.