Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter

Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter

USB-C To 2.5GbE Adapter With Multi-Gigabit Ethernet

The Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter adds 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet to compatible USB-C and Thunderbolt computers, tablets and Chromebooks.

It supports 2.5GbE, Gigabit Ethernet and 100Mb/s links over Cat 5e or better cabling, providing a simple bus-powered upgrade for faster LAN, NAS and shared-storage access.

  • 2.5GbE RJ45 networking through USB-C.
  • Supports 2.5GbE, 1GbE and 100Mb/s links.
  • Realtek RTL8156 Ethernet controller.
  • Bus-powered with captive 0.3m USB-C cable.
Category: Ethernet NICs, USB Adapters
SKU: SONSOLONBASET
Brand: Sonnet Technology

Original price was: £ 30.00.Current price is: £ 27.95. | £ 33.54 inc VAT

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Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Product Overview

The Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (SOLO-NBASE-T) is a compact multi-Gigabit networking adapter for computers and tablets without built-in 2.5GbE.


2.5GbE Networking

The RJ45 interface supports 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX over Cat 5e or better cabling at distances up to 100 metres.


USB-C Host Connection

A captive 0.3-metre USB-C cable connects the adapter directly to compatible USB-C or Thunderbolt hosts. Sonnet lists support across current Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook and iPad platforms subject to operating-system requirements.


Compact And Bus Powered

The adapter requires no external power supply and weighs 37g including its cable, making it practical for mobile and desktop use.


Jumbo Frame Support

The Realtek RTL8156 controller supports jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes, with Sonnet noting a 1500-byte maximum frame size under macOS.

Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Key Features

  • USB-C to 2.5GbE RJ45 adapter.
  • Supports 2.5GbE, Gigabit Ethernet and 100Mb/s networking.
  • Realtek RTL8156 Ethernet controller.
  • Cat 5e or better cabling supported up to 100m.
  • Jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes; macOS maximum frame size 1500 bytes.
  • Captive 0.3m USB-C cable.
  • Bus-powered 37g portable design.
  • Two-year Sonnet warranty.

Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Technical Specifications

ProductSonnet Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Sonnet Part NumberSOLO-NBASE-T
Form FactorUSB-C Ethernet adapter
Host InterfaceUSB-C
Network Port1 × RJ45
Ethernet ControllerRealtek RTL8156
Network Support2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX
Supported Data Rates2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s, 100Mb/s
Maximum Packet SizeUp to 9000 bytes; 1500 bytes under macOS
Host CableCaptive 0.3m USB-C
Dimensions30 × 71 × 16mm
Weight37g including cable
PowerBus powered
Warranty2 years

Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Product Videos

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