Enjoy fast connections to compatible networks and devices by connecting the Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet Adapter to your compatible computer or tablet. Supporting up to a 2.5 Gb/s throughput, this portable adapter works with USB-C and Thunderbolt compatible Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS, and iPad Pro devices to deliver smooth video streaming, online gaming, and file transfers over Cat 5e cables.

With its bus-powered, plug and play design, no additional software drivers are required. The energy efficient housing allows it to quickly and silently dissipate heat for optimal performance.

USB-C Male Host Connector    2.5G RJ45 Ethernet Port    Up to 2.5 Gb/s Throughput    Works with Cat 5e Cables    Plug & Play    Multi-Platform Support

There's no software for you to install. Just connect Solo2.5G to your computer and to the network switch or directly to a 2.5GbE-enabled storage, and then configure the adapter's settings through the macOS Network control panel, Windows Device Manager, or Linux command line or graphical utility.

The Solo2.5G supports the Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) standard, which reduces the adapter's power demands on your computer.

The Solo2.5G enables you to achieve faster file transfers to and from your Network Attached Storage (NAS) with 2.5GbE support.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. if i connect this card to pcie 2.0 is it i will get same speed?

A: It runs 1x on a PCIe 3.0 and 2x on a PCIe 2.0 giving you full speed on either type.

Q: 2. Will this work with PCI 1X Gen 2.0?

A: Yes, the Sonnet Allegro 2-Port USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C PCIe 3.0 Card BH #SOUSB3C2PME can be installed on a PCIe x1 Gen 2 slot.

Q: 3. Will this work in the Synology Diskstation 1819+ PCI port?

A: This unit is not compatible.

Q: 4. Will this work in a Mac Pro (2019) "cheese grater" in an 8X full size PCIe slot?

A: This card will work in a 2019 MacPro.

Q: 5. how much watt usage for this card?

A: I do not know the answer to that question, as I have an 1150 watt power supply, and simply never was concerned.

Q: 6. do need power supply with this card?

A: No, the Sonnet USB3-4PM-E Allegro 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 PCI Express Card BH #SOUSB34PME gets power from the PCIe slot.

Q: 7. Will this work with High Sierra?

A: Yes Sonnet USB3-4PM-E Allegro 4-Port USB 3.2 Gen 1 PCI Express Card will work for High Sierra.

Q: 8. If I use a USB-C to Thunderbolt Adapter from Apple with it, will I be able to read a Thunderbolt hard drive with my Mac Pro 5.1?

A: The answer to your question is No. Thunderbolt devices require a Thunderbolt port.The Thunderbolt 3 vs USB-C issue can be confusing due to the fact that each use the same Type-C connector. As well, Thunderbolt 3 encompasses USB-C, but not vice versa.The simple rule is that a USB-C device works in a Thunderbolt 3 port, but a Thunderbolt 3 device will not work in a USB-C port.

Q: 9. Do the four ports share a 5 Gb/s bandwidth, so the more devices you connect, the slower each runs? Or, does each port have a dedicated 5 Gb/s bandwidth?

A: They do not share a 5 Gb/s bandwidth. Each port has a dedicated 5 Gb/s bandwidth.

Q: 10. can any usb device be used for this card?

A: I installed this card into my 2009 Mac Pro. I have connected external hard drives, video cameras (for file transfer), an Elgato video capture device, and various other devices to the USB3 ports. So far, every item has worked fine.