Add a Gigabit Ethernet port to your MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with USB Type-C

Now you can easily connect to a Gigabit network through the USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port on your laptop or desktop computer. This Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) network adapter provides a reliable network connection without even having to install drivers. It’s ready to go, with native driver support to ensure a quick setup.

Powerful Gigabit network connections

The USB Type-C network adapter supports full Gigabit bandwidth by harnessing the performance of USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps). You can access very large files over the network at Gigabit speeds.

Native driver support makes installation easy

Get up and running quickly. Simply plug the adapter into the USB-C port on your laptop and connect to your network. The network adapter chipset provides native driver support, so you don't have to worry about installing additional software.

Trouble-free connections through USB-C

The USB Type-C connector is smaller and easier to use than previous USB connectors. It’s a reversible plug so you can connect to your devices with either side facing up. You can insert the cable the right way every time - without frustration or the risk of port damage.

Compact and lightweight for perfect portability

Compact and portable, this USB Gigabit network adapter is the ideal desktop network adapter or laptop accessory. It’s powered directly from the USB port making it easy to connect when you’re on the go. Plus, its lightweight design makes the adapter the perfect travel accessory for your Chromebook Pixel or MacBook.

The US1GC30W features a white design that looks great with your Apple Mac and is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- Add a Gigabit Ethernet network connection to your computer through the latest USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) technology and USB Type-C
- Works with the newest MacBook, Chromebook Pixeland other laptop and desktop computers with a USB-C port
- Thunderbolt 3 port compatible

System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 IOT Core, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 7 x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows Vista x64, Windows XP, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur, Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey, Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura
Linux operating systems supported	Y
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wired
Host interface	USB Type-C
Interface	Ethernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1
USB version	3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
Weight & dimensions
Width	25 mm
Depth	210 mm
Height	15 mm
Weight	24 g
Power
USB powered	Y
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 70 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-10 - 80 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90%
Network
Maximum data transfer rate	5000 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.3u
Ethernet LAN	Y
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates	10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Cabling technology	10/100/1000BaseT(X)
Wake-on-LAN ready	Y
Auto MDIX IEEE	Y
Full duplex	Y
Jumbo frames support	Y
Jumbo frames	9000
VLAN tagging	Y
Packaging data
Package width	143 mm
Package depth	172 mm
Package height	32 mm
Package weight	82 g
Other features
Housing material	Plastic
Cable length	0.145 m
Design
Internal	N
Product colour	White
Chipset	Realtek - RTL8153
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	85176990
Master (outer) case width	336 mm
Master (outer) case length	528 mm
Master (outer) case height	310 mm
Products per master (outer) case	60 pc(s)
Sustainability
Sustainability compliance	Y
Sustainability certificates	CE, RoHS