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Compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7, XP, macOS 11+ and newer, Chrome OS
MSRP$29.99
$23.63
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The Plugable USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (USB3-E1000) is a compact and travel-friendly solution to add reliable usb to ethernet adapter for laptop windows 11, desktops, or consoles like the Nintendo Switch. This USB 3.0 Type A gigabit adapter offers improved speed for activities like HD video streaming, online gaming, and web browsing compared to older 10/100 Ethernet adapters and many wireless networks. Featuring a plug-and-play design with the AX88179B chipset, it requires no additional driver installation ensuring quick setup and speeds up to 1000 Mbps. Compatible with a wide range of devices, including Windows 10/11, macOS 11 and newer, Chrome OS, Linux Kernel 3.9+, and Nintendo Switch.
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Plugable USB 3.0 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
The Plugable USB 3.0 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (USB3-E1000) is an easy way to gain wired gigabit network speeds over USB 3.0 for faster HD video streaming, gaming, web browsing, network access, and more. It's also the perfect travel companion for any laptop or tablet due to its small size and USB bus powered design.
Some common uses include:
Adding wired gigabit network support to Windows, Ultrabooks, or notebooks without an Ethernet connection
Replacing or upgrading network adapters for your computer
USB network adapters can improve speeds compared to older 10/100 adapters, and most wireless networks
Adding additional network interfaces, and transferring files peer-to-peer over Ethernet
Please note, this adapter is NOT a solution for connecting USB devices like printers, hard drives, etc to a network. This adapter cannot be used to share Ethernet, WiFi, or data between multiple devices. This adapter cannot be used for Preboot Execution Environment (PXE).
This adapter is NOT supported on macOS. Please see our comparison chart below for information about supported adapters for macOS.
Compatibility
Compatible with:
Microsoft Windows —11, 10, 8.x, and 7
Linux kernels —3.9 and above have built-in drivers
ChromeOS —Support with up-to-date systems
Nintendo Switch —Compatible with Switch in Docked Mode. (For the Switch Lite, and handheld modes, try our USBC-E1000 Gigabit Adapter.) The built-in performance test on the Nintendo Switch provides inconsistent results due to its implementation, even with the built-in WiFi connection on the Switch. It is recommended to run the test several times to see the variance
NOT compatible with:
Not supported for macOS
ARM-based Windows RT and Windows Mobile
Most Android devices, TiVo Series 2, Wii, or other non-PC platforms
Not recommended for use with FreeBSD or pfSense
Performance
Plug into any laptop or desktop currently limited to 10/100 Ethernet or no Ethernet at all, and benefit from faster transfers on your gigabit Ethernet network.
(Also works on 10/100 Ethernet networks at their native speeds.)
USB 3.0 systems support theoretical maximum transfer speeds up to 5Gbps and USB 2.0 supports up to 480Mbps.
In practice, most machines will see up to a doubling of network speeds by moving from a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet to a 1000Mbps gigabit Ethernet via USB 2.0, and could see even more substantial gains on USB 3.0.
Note: When accessing sites on the internet, the bandwidth provided by your internet service provider will likely determine your ultimate speeds. Testing in the Plugable lab using the iPerf application on a local server has yielded speeds up to 890Mbps. However real-world speeds around 400-600Mbps are more realistic. When accessing sites on the internet, the bandwidth provided by your Internet service provider will likely determine your ultimate speeds.
Technical Specifications/ In the Box
Chipset
Inside the USB3-E1000 is an ASIX AX88179 chipset for fast 10/100/1000Mbit network speeds and maximum compatibility with almost all USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1 hosts.
Driver
32/64-bit drivers for Windows 11, 10, 8.x, 7, Vista, and XP.
Drivers built into Linux kernel.
(not supported on macOS)
In the Box
USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Quick Install Guide
Driver Disk for Windows and Linux
Limited Warranty: 2 Year
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| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Plugable Technologies |
| Manufacturer Part Number | USB3-E1000 |
| Brand Name | Plugable |
| Product Model | USB3-E1000 |
| Product Name | USB to Ethernet Adapter, USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Gigabit Ethernet Card |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Host Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 5.47 Gbit/s |
| Network & Communication | |
| Network Technology | 10/100/1000Base-T |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Technical Information | |
| Chipset Manufacturer | ASIX |
| Chipset Model | AX88179 |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents |
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| Device Supported | Notebook, Computer |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
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