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Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter
Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter
USB-C To 5GbE Adapter With Multi-Gigabit NBASE-T Networking
The Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter adds a 5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port to compatible USB-C and Thunderbolt systems.
It supports 5GbE, 2.5GbE, Gigabit Ethernet and 100Mb/s networking over standard Cat 5e or better cabling, making it a compact upgrade for multi-Gigabit switches, NAS and shared storage.
- 5GbE RJ45 networking through USB-C.
- Supports 5/2.5/1GbE and 100Mb/s links.
- Realtek RTL8157 Ethernet controller.
- Bus-powered design with captive 0.15m USB-C cable.
Brand: Sonnet Technology
Original price was: £ 39.00.£ 37.95Current price is: £ 37.95. | £ 45.54 inc VAT
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Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Product Overview
The Sonnet Solo5G USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (SOLO5G-USBC) provides multi-Gigabit wired networking for compatible Mac, Windows and Linux computers with USB-C or Thunderbolt ports.
5GbE Over Existing Cabling
The adapter supports 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX over Cat 5e or better cabling at distances up to 100 metres, allowing faster networking without requiring 10GbE infrastructure.
USB-C Connectivity
A captive 0.15-metre USB-C cable connects directly to the host. The compact adapter is bus powered, so no external power supply is required.
Realtek Multi-Gigabit Controller
The Realtek RTL8157 controller provides 5GbE connectivity with jumbo-frame support up to 16352 bytes. Sonnet notes a 1500-byte maximum frame size under macOS.
Portable Network Upgrade
At just 37g including its cable, Solo5G is suited to mobile workstations, laptops and compact desktops that need reliable multi-Gigabit Ethernet.
Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Key Features
- USB-C to 5GbE RJ45 adapter.
- Supports 5GbE, 2.5GbE, Gigabit Ethernet and 100Mb/s networking.
- Realtek RTL8157 Ethernet controller.
- Works over Cat 5e or better cabling up to 100m.
- Jumbo frames up to 16352 bytes; macOS maximum frame size 1500 bytes.
- Captive 0.15m USB-C cable.
- Bus-powered, compact 37g design.
- Two-year Sonnet warranty.
Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Technical Specifications
| Product | Sonnet Solo5G USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter |
| Sonnet Part Number | SOLO5G-USBC |
| Form Factor | USB-C Ethernet adapter |
| Host Interface | USB-C |
| Network Port | 1 × RJ45 |
| Ethernet Controller | Realtek RTL8157 |
| Network Support | 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX |
| Supported Data Rates | 5Gb/s, 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s |
| Maximum Packet Size | Up to 16352 bytes; 1500 bytes under macOS |
| Host Cable | Captive 0.15m USB-C |
| Dimensions | 31 × 80.1 × 17.8mm |
| Weight | 37g including cable |
| Power | Bus powered |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Sonnet Solo5G USB-C Ethernet Adapter – Product Videos
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