Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

• Adds 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet – Adds a multi-Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port to your compatible computer, Chromebook, or compatible iPad.
• Supports NBASE-T Standard – 2.5Gb/s speed supported when used with a multi-Gigabit compatible switch or router. Also supports 1 Gb/s and 100 Mb/s speeds.
• Budget Friendly – Low-cost adapter connects your computer to infrastructure via inexpensive Cat 5e (or better) cables at distances up to 100 meters.
• Broad Computer Compatibility – Connects to any USB-C or Thunderbolt computer port, or at the end of a Thunderbolt device daisy chain; also works with certain iPad tablets.
• Zero Driver Installation –  The drivers that support Solo2.5G adapter are part of your computer’s operating system software; there’s nothing for you to install.

Sonnet Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter for Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook, and iPad Pro

Faster Transfers Across Existing Cabling

Have you recently installed a new Ethernet switch capable of supporting 2.5 Gb Ethernet (NBASE-T) on your network? Interested in economically more than doubling network performance at every desk using the existing Cat 5e cabling already in your office walls? Sonnet has the solution — Solo2.5G™, an affordable USB-C to 2.5 Gb Ethernet adapter that provides an RJ45 port for superfast 2.5 Gigabit network connectivity to Mac®, Windows®, Chromebook® and Linux® computers with USB-C® or Thunderbolt™ ports, as well as iPad® tablets with USB-C or Thunderbolt ports.

Same Connector and Cabling – Faster Speeds with 2.5 GbE Switch

Featuring NBASE-T technology (also known as multi-Gigabit Ethernet), Sonnet's compact Solo2.5G adapter supports 2.5 Gb/s link speeds (2.5GBASE-T) over common Cat 5e or better cabling when used with a compatible 2.5 Gb Ethernet switch or 10 Gb Ethernet switch with NBASE-T support. Very affordable 2.5 GbE models from Asustor®, Cisco®, D-Link™, Netgear™, QNAP™, TP-Link, TRENDnet™, and others are available now.

Connected to the right switch, you can get great performance gains — 250 percent the speed of Gigabit Ethernet — without rewiring! In case you’reconnecting to a switch without NBASE-T support, Solo2.5G adapter also supports 1 Gb/s and 100 Mb/s link speeds

Upgrade to 2.5G Ethernet with Existing Cat 5e Cable

No need to rewire your building; existing wiring already supports up to 2.5Gbps.

Little. Bus-powered.

Solo2.5G adapter measures just 1.2 inches wide by 2.8 inches deep by 0.6 inches tall and fits easily into a pocket in your backpack or equipment bag. Enabling truly portable use, this Sonnet adapter is powered by your computer’s USB or Thunderbolt port, connecting via the attached 0.3-meter USB-C cable.

Zero Driver Installation, Simple Configuration

There’s no software for you to install — just connect Solo2.5G adapter to your computer and to the network switch (or directly to 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). How’s that for simple?

Efficient, Silent, and Runs Cool

Solo2.5G adapter 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 NAS

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

SPECS

• Easy Configuration – Change the adapter’s settings using operating system tools.
• Small and Silent – Adapter is pocketable and uses no fan, perfect for use in noise-sensitive environments.
• Bus-powered – Powered through its USB connection, Solo2.5G adapter requires no power adapter.
• USB Cable –  Convenient USB-C captive cable.

Mac Compatibility

• Mac with Thunderbolt (Type-C®) or USB-C ports
• Mac with USB-A ports when used with USB-A male to USB-C female adapter (sold separately)
• macOS® 11+
• macOS Sequoia compatible

Windows Compatibility

• Windows computer with Thunderbolt (Type-C) or USB-C ports
• Windows computer with USB-A ports when used with USB-A male to USB-C female adapter (sold separately)
• Windows 11 and 10

Linux Compatiblity

• Linux computer with Thunderbolt (Type-C) or USB-C ports
• Linux computer with USB-A ports when used with USB-A male to USB-C female adapter (sold separately)
• Linux Kernel 5.4+

Chromebook Compatibility

• Chromebook with Thunderbolt (Type-C)  or USB-C ports
• Chrome OS™ 115+

iPad Compatibility

• iPad, iPad Air®, or iPad mini® with a USB-C port
• iPad Pro (M series) with a Thunderbolt port
• iPadOS® 16+

Warranty

• 2-year

Form Factor

• USB-C adapter

External Connectors

• One RJ45 port

2.5GbE Controller

• Realtek RTL8156

Network Support

• 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX
  (100 meters using Cat 5e [or better] cabling)

Packets

• Maximum packet size: up to 9000 bytes (Jumbo Frames)(1)

Data Rates Supported

• 2.5 Gb/s, 1 Gb/s, 100 Mb/s

Dimensions (WxDxH)

• 1.2 x 2.8 x 0.6 in (3.0 x 7.1 x 1.6 cm)

Weight

• 1.3oz (37g) including cable

Compliance

• RoHS 3 (Directive 2015/863)
• IEC62368-1 and IEC62368-2 Safety

Package Contents

• Solo2.5G USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (with captive 0.3-meter USB-C cable)

Technical Notes

1. macOS maximum frame size 1500 bytes.