The Plugable 2.5Gbps USB to Ethernet Adapter (USBC-E2500) is for users looking to move beyond Gigabit Ethernet speeds. This 2.5gb USB Ethernet adapter delivers next-gen performance using your existing Cat 5e Ethernet cables - no expensive upgrade needed. With USBC to Ethernet support, you can connect a wide range of devices and double your network’s speeds compared to standard Gigabit. The adapter comes with a Hybrid 2-in1 connection that converts from USB-C to USB-A, so you always have the right connection.

Some common uses include:

• Adding wired 2.5 Gigabit network support to Windows desktops, iPhone 15/16 / Pro / Pro Max, Ultrabooks, 2-in-1s, tablets, or notebooks—as well as Mac and Linux systems
• Replacing or upgrading network adapters for your computer
• USB network adapters can improve transfer speeds compared to 10/100/1000 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 mobile data between multiple devices.