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Searching for a 1Gbps Ethernet adapter.

Searching for a 1Gbps Ethernet adapter.

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fireballin35
Junior Member
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09-17-2016, 03:57 AM
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I possess a 1Gbps network setup, while my Mac runs at 900Mbps via Ethernet. Another laptop works better on Wi-Fi at around 400Mbps, but its adapter struggles between 300-350Mbps. I've tested the adapter on my Mac and it performs as expected, so it seems the issue lies with the port or cable. I'm seeking a recommendation from others who have used adapters claiming to support 900Mbps, preferably USB 3.0 or USB-C. My purchase is from Amazon Italy, and my speed test data comes from Ookla's site. I confirmed using a USB 3.0 connection.
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fireballin35
09-17-2016, 03:57 AM #1

I possess a 1Gbps network setup, while my Mac runs at 900Mbps via Ethernet. Another laptop works better on Wi-Fi at around 400Mbps, but its adapter struggles between 300-350Mbps. I've tested the adapter on my Mac and it performs as expected, so it seems the issue lies with the port or cable. I'm seeking a recommendation from others who have used adapters claiming to support 900Mbps, preferably USB 3.0 or USB-C. My purchase is from Amazon Italy, and my speed test data comes from Ookla's site. I confirmed using a USB 3.0 connection.

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skeleking
Junior Member
17
09-18-2016, 12:50 PM
#2
Generally any option fits. 300Mb/s seems unusual, yet most products available now support up to 1Gbps.
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skeleking
09-18-2016, 12:50 PM #2

Generally any option fits. 300Mb/s seems unusual, yet most products available now support up to 1Gbps.

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CG_Snipey
Junior Member
42
09-26-2016, 06:05 AM
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Yeah, I understand why I kept trying in the Mac and still got the same speed. It seems like it's probably a 2.0 model instead of a 3.0. Everyone's reviews are mixed—some say it works, others say it doesn't. If someone tried it, I'd be sure to give it another shot.
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CG_Snipey
09-26-2016, 06:05 AM #3

Yeah, I understand why I kept trying in the Mac and still got the same speed. It seems like it's probably a 2.0 model instead of a 3.0. Everyone's reviews are mixed—some say it works, others say it doesn't. If someone tried it, I'd be sure to give it another shot.

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Nevik
Member
196
10-03-2016, 10:03 AM
#4
It's actually quite normal, 300Mbit would be a limitation if it only ran at USB 2.0 speeds.
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Nevik
10-03-2016, 10:03 AM #4

It's actually quite normal, 300Mbit would be a limitation if it only ran at USB 2.0 speeds.

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Lopez_Chamalow
Member
109
10-03-2016, 10:05 PM
#5
The device connects via a 3.0 port, likely using an adapter with a 2.0 interface.
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Lopez_Chamalow
10-03-2016, 10:05 PM #5

The device connects via a 3.0 port, likely using an adapter with a 2.0 interface.

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YoungAriesArt
Member
192
10-24-2016, 06:19 PM
#6
Make sure it's not a software problem. Run iperf on your local network to check for configuration issues.
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YoungAriesArt
10-24-2016, 06:19 PM #6

Make sure it's not a software problem. Run iperf on your local network to check for configuration issues.