Overview



Easily speed up your workflow with 10GbE, the fastest copper speeds available, through a simple USB4 or Thunderbolt connection.

This high-performance 10G Ethernet adapter is a robust and durable solution for IT professionals looking to add an RJ45 port to a USB-C enabled computer. It supports multi-gigabit speeds, including 10/5/2.5/1Gbps and 100Mbps Base-T. Additionally, 10GBASE-T and 5GBASE-T/2.5GBASE-T (NBASE-T) capabilities ensure compatibility with modern network switches and access points.

10GbE Network Speeds

Ideal for bandwidth-intensive tasks, server maintenance, high-performance storage, or streaming, this adapter is powered by the Marvell AQC107S chipset. It delivers reliable 10GbE performance and supports plug-and-play installation in Windows and macOS environments.

Quiet and Compact Design

Compact and travel-ready, this adapter measures just 4.27x2.9x1.14in (108.5x75x29mm). The aluminum chassis supports passive cooling for silent operation. Built-in LEDs indicate activity and link status at a glance.

Included Accessories

A detachable 19.6in (50cm) USB-C cable is included to support flexible installation and maintain consistent performance across compatible USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 ports.

This TAA-compliant 10G Ethernet adapter is backed for two years and includes free lifetime 24/5 multilingual technical support.

Note: Requires PCIe tunneling and may not work on all USB-C systems; USB-only mode is not supported.




Reasons to buy


  • Full 10Gbps Performance: Transfer large files or work directly from the cloud with a reliable 10GbE connection, ideal for 4K/8K editing, large data transfers, and high-speed cloud access; Easy setup on Windows 10/11 and auto-install on macOS 14.2+
  • Portable and Durable: Compact, bus-powered adapter features an all-aluminum housing for optimized heat dissipation and silent passive cooling; Ideal for travel, remote work, or dynamic IT environments where reliability and portability matter
  • Smart Design for Quick Integration: Detachable 19.6in (50cm) USB4 cable and advanced features like Wake-on-LAN, Autonegotiation, and NBASE-T deliver a clean, flexible setup; Status LEDs provide clear connection feedback for easy deployment and monitoring
  • The IT Pro's Choice: Designed for reliability in edge and on-prem deployments; TAA compliant and lab-tested and field-proven for seamless integration and maximum uptime; Backed by free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
  • USB4 to 10G Ethernet Adapter: Adds multi-Gigabit RJ45 port to a USB-C (USB4 Gen 4x4 TB5 TB4 TB3 compatible) computer, enabling connection to 100Mbps, 1G, 2.5G, 5G, 10G networks; Ideal for delivering fast, stable wired connectivity on USB-C devices

Specification


Technical Description: StarTech.com USB4 to Ethernet Adapter, 10GbE, Multi-Gigabit, Thunderbolt Compatible, 10GBASE-T/5G/2.5G NIC, 10G Ethernet Adapter, 0.5m USB4 Cable, Win/Mac, TAA

Design
Mean time between failures (MTBF):Statistical model used to indicate product/mechanism reliability; expressed in hours and percentage of duty cycle. This number (in hours) does not indicate the mean time before failure for a single unit/mechanism.
50000 h
LED indicators:
Yes
Product colour:
Grey
Component for:What this product is used as a part of (component for).
Laptop
Internal:The product is built in.
No

Logistics data
Products per master (outer) case:
20 pc(s)
Master (outer) case height:
313 mm
Master (outer) case length:
358 mm
Master (outer) case width:
395 mm

Network
Auto-negotiation:
Yes
Jumbo frames:
9000
Jumbo frames support:
Yes
Auto MDIX IEEE:
Yes
Wake-on-LAN ready:
Yes
Cabling technology:Type of cable technology performance.
10GBase-T
Ethernet LAN data rates:The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection.
10,100,1000,2500,5000,10000 Mbit/s
Ethernet interface type:
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN:An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.
Yes
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11be
Maximum data transfer rate:
40000 Mbit/s

Networking
Auto-negotiation:
Yes
Jumbo frames:
9000
Jumbo frames support:
Yes
Auto MDIX IEEE:
Yes
Wake-on-LAN ready:
Yes
Cabling technology:Type of cable technology performance.
10GBase-T
Ethernet LAN data rates:The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection.
10,100,1000,2500,5000,10000 Mbit/s
Ethernet interface type:
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 5 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN:An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.
Yes
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11be
Maximum data transfer rate:
40000 Mbit/s

Operational conditions
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
-20 - 50 °C
Operating temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
5 - 55 °C

Other features
Cable length:How long the cable is.
0.5 m

Packaging content
Quick installation guide:
Yes

Packaging data
Package weight:Weight of the packaged product.
110 g
Package height:The distance from the top to the bottom of the packaging.
74 mm
Package depth:The distance from the front to the back of the packaging.
134 mm
Package width:The distance from one side of the packaging to the other.
170 mm

Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet.
1
Interface:Interface ports to connect pieces of equipment. USB (Universal Serial Bus) has become the most popular wired interface to connect peripherals. USB 2.0 supports speeds up to 480 Mbit/s (USB 1: 12 Mbit/s). The interface FireWire is also known as the IEEE 1394 standard. Enhanced IDE (EIDE)is sometimes referred to as Fast ATA, Fast IDE or ATA-2.
Ethernet
Host interface:Interface that enables a host controller to communicate with a driver.
USB
Connectivity technology:
Wired

System requirements
Mac operating systems supported:Mac operating systems e.g. OS X can be used with the device.
Mac OS X 14.0 Sonoma, Mac OS X 15.0 Sequoia
Windows operating systems supported:Windows vesions wich can be used with the device.
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 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 10 x64, Windows 11, Windows 11 Enterprise, Windows 11 Enterprise x64, Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 x64

Technical details
Compliance certificates:
RoHS, Trade Agreements Act (TAA)

Weight & dimensions
Weight:Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
520 g
Height:The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
28.5 mm
Depth:The distance from the front to the back of something.
108.5 mm
Width:The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
75 mm


Product details


USB4-10GBE-ETHERNET StarTech.com 0065030911375

StarTech.com USB4 to Ethernet Adapter, 10GbE, Multi-Gigabit, Thunderbolt Compatible, 10GBASE-T/5G/2.5G NIC, 10G Ethernet Adapter, 0.5m USB4 Cable, Win/Mac, TAA

£155.99 and In stock

SKUUSB4-10GBE-ETHERNET

StarTech.com USB4 to Ethernet Adapter, 10GbE, Multi-Gigabit, Thunderbolt Compatible, 10GBASE-T/5G/2.5G NIC, 10G Ethernet Adapter, 0.5m USB4 Cable, Win/Mac, TAA

Quick Code: Q3071208 MPN: USB4-10GBE-ETHERNET
£155.99

Quantity:
In Stock
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