Ports & interfaces
| USB version |
3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| Host interface |
USB |
| Internal |
N |
Networking
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s |
Performance
| Mac operating systems supported |
Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
Additionally
| Transfer rate (Mbps) |
1000 Mbit/s |
| Wireless technologies |
Wired |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
| Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
USB-C, RJ-45, 10/100/1000 LAN
<b>USB Type-C (USB-C) 3.1 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter</b>
IOGEAR's GigaLinq Pro 3.1, USB Type-C™ to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, plugs into the 2015 Apple MacBook® Retina 12″, the 2015 Google Chromebook™ Pixel [2], and other laptop's USB 3.1 Type-C port and allows you to connect a standard RJ-45 Ethernet cable to deliver Internet and network access at up to Gigabit speeds (1000Mbps). Simply connect the GigaLinq Pro 3.1 to your laptop's Type-C port, connect an Ethernet cable from your network router or hub to the adapter and you're ready to access the Internet at blazing fast speeds. In instances where Wi-Fi service is poor or only a wired connection is available, rest assured knowing you can connect to a high speed wired connection with IOGEAR's GigaLinq Pro 3.1. The adapter is portable and features built in over-current protection to protect your device from power surges. Now lack of Wi-Fi no longer means lack of Internet access.
<b>Reliable, High-Speed Internet</b>
IOGEAR's GigaLinq Pro 3.1 adds a RJ45 Ethernet port to your computer giving you access to a high performance Ethernet network through your USB-C™ port. Ideal for buffer-free movie streaming, online gaming, data transferring, video conferencing and internet browsing, the GigaLinq Pro 3.1 is the perfect solution for shoddy wireless connections. Leveraging the high bandwidth of USB 3.1, this adapter ensures true, reliable 10/100/1000Mbps network speed. For corporate or office environments that require a hard-wired Ethernet connection, IOGEAR's adapter provides a fast and easy way to connect your computer to any 10/100/1000BASE-T network.
<b>Works with New MacBook® and Chromebook™</b>
You no longer have to rely on a Wi-Fi connection to keep your laptop online. Plug any wired Ethernet connection into the GigaLinq Pro 3.1 and then plug it directly into the USB-C™ port on your laptop. This premium adapter is 100% plug and play, so it does not require any driver installation. The compact and lightweight adapter easily fits into any laptop case, briefcase or backpack. Powered via USB, the GigaLinq Pro 3.1 does not require an external power adapter, making it convenient to take with you on-the-go.
<b>Built to Last</b>
The GigaLinq Pro 3.1 features a robust, premium design for frequent plugging and unplugging while simultaneously being compact and flexible. Its kink-proof cable features a cable jacket comprised of top-grade braided nylon fiber and an aluminum housed connector for maximum durability and reliability.
