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USB 2.5GbE Adapter (Realtek RTL8156B class)

USB Ethernet adapter product class using the Realtek RTL8156B controller. The cited Realtek material supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 to 2.5GBASE-T, jumbo frames and Energy Efficient Ethernet.

RTL8156B USB
PRODUCT PROFILE

What it is

USB Ethernet adapter product class using the Realtek RTL8156B controller. The cited Realtek material supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 to 2.5GBASE-T, jumbo frames and Energy Efficient Ethernet.

Realtek RTL8156BUSB 3.2 Gen 12.5GBASE-TJumbo frames; Energy Efficient Ethernet
PriceNot suppliedVerified merchant offers: 0 · Evidence sources: 1

Technical details

ControllerRealtek RTL8156B
HostinterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Network2.5GBASE-T
FeaturesJumbo frames; Energy Efficient Ethernet

Practical notes

  • Controller capabilities do not identify a particular adapter enclosure or revision. Confirm the chipset and USB interface on the exact listing.
  • Use a host USB port compatible with the adapter’s interface and check the relevant OS driver documentation.

Compatibility notes

  • Confirm the exact controller, host USB port and OS driver support for the selected adapter.

Known limitations

  • Exact enclosure, cable, device revision and seller are not specified in the research record.

Sources & evidence

  • Manufacturer · Source reference ↗

    Supports: RTL8156B specifications; USB 3.2 Gen 1 to 2.5GBASE-T; Jumbo frames; Energy Efficient Ethernet

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