
Sonnet Solo5G
by Sonnet
£46.69from 3 retailers
GTIN00732311014109
EAN0732311014109
MPNSOLO5G-USBC
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USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet AdapterUSB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet AdapterEven Faster Transfers Across Existing Ethernet CablingInterested in economically achieving 5x network performance at your desk using the existing Cat 5e cabling already in your walls? Sonnet has the solution — Solo5G™ USB?C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter an affordable solution that connects an RJ45 port for superfast 5 Gigabit network connectivity to Mac Windows and Linux computers with USB?C or Thunderbolt ports.• Add a 5 Gb Ethernet port to your computer with USB?C or Thunderbolt ports• Build a high-speed intranet in your office or studio by just upgrading your switch• Attach to fast multigigabit Network Attached Storage (NAS)• Connect directly to a 5Gb Ethernet-capable Wi-Fi routerSame Connector and CablingFeaturing NBASE-T technology the compact Sonnet Solo5G adapter supports 5 Gbps link speeds (5GBASE-T) over common Cat 5e or better cabling when used with a compatible Ethernet switch with multi-Gigabit (NBASE-T) support. Affordable models are available now.Connected to the right switch you can get great performance gains — 500 percent the speed of Gigabit Ethernet — without rewiring! In case you’re connecting to a switch without 5GbE support Solo5G also supports 2.5 Gbps 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps link speeds.500% the Speed of Gigabit EthernetUpgrade to 5Gb Ethernet with Existing Cat 5e CableNo need to rewire your building; existing wiring already supports up to 5Gbps.Even Faster Speeds with a Multi-Gigabit Switch• Compact. Bus-powered. Rugged.Solo5G measures just 1.2 inches wide by 3.2 inches deep by 0.7 inches tall and fits easily into a pocket in your backpack or equipment bag. Enabling truly portable use this Sonnet aluminum enclosure adapter is powered by your computer’s USB or Thunderbolt port connecting via the attached 6-inch (0.15-meter) USB?C cable. The adapter’s rugged aluminum case withstands heavy use.• Zero Driver Installation Simple ConfigurationThere’s no software for you to install — just connect Solo5G USB?C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to your computer and to the network switch (or directly to your NAS) and then configure the adapter’s settings through the macOS Network control panel Windows Device Manager or Linux command line (or graphical utility). How’s that for simple?• Efficent Silent and Runs CoolSolo5G supports the Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) standard which reduces the adapter’s power demands on your computer. The adapter runs cool and silent.• Faster Connection to Your NASSolo5G enables you to achieve faster file transfers to and from your Network Attached Storage (NAS) with 5GbE or 2.5GbE support.Why Choose Sonnet for Ethernet Networking?• macOS Windows and Linux support• 25GbE 10GbE 5GbE and 2.5GbE network experts• One provider for all your networking connections• Adapters for Thunderbolt computers• Single- and dual-port adapters• Copper and optical adapters• Networking PCIe cards• USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter• Adds 5 Gigabit Ethernet ConnectivityAdds a 5 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port to your computer• Supports NBASE-T Standard5 Gb/s speed supported when used with a multi-Gigabit compatible 10GbE switch or router. Also supports 2.5 Gbps 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps speeds• Budget FriendlyLow-cost adapter connects your computer to infrastructure via inexpensive Cat 5e (or better) cables at distances up to 100 meters• Broad Computer CompatibilityConnects to any USB?C or Thunderbolt computer port or to a USB-C port on a dock• Zero Driver InstallationThe drivers that support Solo5G are part of your computer’s operating system software; there’s nothing for you to install• Easy ConfigurationChange the adapter’s settings using operating system tools• Aluminium Construction – Small and SilentSolid aluminium construction adapter is pocketable and uses no fan perfect for use in noise-sensitive environments• Bus-poweredPowered through its USB connection the Solo5G requires no power adapter• USB CableConvenient USB?C captive cable• Compatible with Mac Windows Linux
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