• TRUE 10GbE NETWORKING — WHAT YOU NEED: Connect to any USB4 or Thunderbolt 3/4/5 port for wired speeds up to 10Gbps. Achieving full 10Gbps requires a 10GbE capable router, switch, or NAS on your network and a CAT6a or better Ethernet cable. The adapter auto-negotiates down to 5GbE, 2.5GbE, 1GbE, or Fast Ethernet on standard home networks — ideal for both new and legacy setups. Left LED glows green at 10GbE, amber at lower speeds.
• DRIVER SETUP — READ BEFORE BUYING: macOS 11.0+ and most modern Thunderbolt 4/USB4 systems are plug-and-play — no driver needed. Windows 10+ and Linux 3.10+ require downloading and installing the AQC113 driver before the adapter is recognized. The driver is available on sabrent.com. After connecting, allow 15–30 seconds for the adapter to initialize and obtain a network connection. Windows users: for best reliability, disable Energy-Efficient Ethernet in Device Manager under the adapter's Advanced properties.
• MULTI-SPEED AUTO-NEGOTIATION: Automatically selects the fastest speed your network supports — 10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, or 100Mbps — with no manual configuration needed. USB4 cable (0.8m) included. Ethernet cable not included. Note: This adapter requires a USB4 or Thunderbolt 3/4/5 port — it is not compatible with standard USB 3.x ports. Ethernet cable shown in product images is for illustration only.
• ALUMINUM ALLOY HOUSING WITH HEAT DISSIPATION: Premium aluminum casing keeps the adapter cool during sustained 10GbE transfers. Bus-powered — no external power required. Status LEDs provide instant link confirmation. Supports Wake-on-LAN (WOL) and PXE boot for IT and professional environments.
• COMPATIBLE WITH: Windows 10+, macOS 10.12+/11.0+, and Linux 3.10+. Designed for USB4 and Thunderbolt 3/4/5 host devices. Works with NAS devices, 10GbE switches, multi-gig routers, and professional networking environments. Performance tuning available via Device Manager on Windows — enable jumbo frames and increase receive buffers for maximum throughput.

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Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty

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