Renkforce RF-GBEA-170 Adaptador de red Gigabit Ethernet USB-C (RF-6615886)

Connect your modern laptop or tablet to a wired Gigabit network with the Renkforce RF-GBEA-170 USB-C Ethernet adapter. Ideal for professionals who need stable, high-speed internet in offices, conference rooms, or home workspaces where Wi-Fi is unreliable or unavailable. Simply plug the adapter into a USB-C port and connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack for instant network access.

Key specifications

• Host interface: USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1) with backward compatibility to USB 2.0/1.1
• Network interface: RJ45 Ethernet supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet)
• USB data transfer rate: up to 5 Gbps
• Chipset: Realtek RTL8153
• Power supply: USB bus-powered, no external adapter needed
• LED indicator: Link/Activity
• Integrated cable length: approx. 10 cm
• Housing material: plastic, black colour
• Network standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab
• Advanced features: Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames, Full-Duplex, Half-Duplex
• Plug & Play: driverless on most modern operating systems
• Supported OS: Windows (XP/Vista/7/8/10/11), macOS (10.6+), Linux, Chrome OS, Android

Why choose it

The RF-GBEA-170 delivers reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity through a single USB-C port, eliminating the need for a docking station or internal network card. Its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry in a laptop bag, while the bus-powered operation ensures no additional power source is required. With support for Wake-on-LAN and Jumbo Frames, it meets the demands of both everyday use and advanced network tasks.

Ideal use cases

• Adding a wired network port to ultrabooks, tablets, or mini PCs with only USB-C ports
• Ensuring stable, low-latency connections for video conferencing, online gaming, or large file transfers
• Deploying in corporate environments where Wi-Fi is restricted or congested
• Using with older operating systems that require driver installation (driver available from manufacturer)

Good to know

The adapter is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports, though performance will be limited to the USB bus speed. It supports full-duplex and half-duplex modes and is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, making it a versatile addition to any tech toolkit. The integrated 10 cm cable provides flexibility without clutter.