5Gbps USB C to Ethernet Adapter -- Y01






Driver Download Pach:
Realtek Official Web > Downloads > Communications Network ICs > Realtek USB FE/GbE/2.5GbE/ 5G/10G Family Controller Software.
Please Note:
Computer host connection USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10Gbps data rate high recommended, backwards compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C.
I’m not getting full 5Gbps speed—what should I do?
Confirm your port supports USB 32 Gen 2 (10Gbps) or higher Use Cat 6 or better cable, connect to a 5GBASE-T port, and update OS or drivers. On Windows/Linux, install the latest Realtek RTL8157 driver.
Is it backward compatible if my current router only outputs 1Gbps?
Absolutely. While capable of 5000Mbps, the intelligent RTL8157 chipset auto-negotiates and perfectly matches 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, or 100Mbps networks seamlessly.
Does this adapter require installing a driver?
Plug & Play [Windows 11 / 10, macOS 11 (Big Sur) and Earlier, Kernel 5.x / 6.x and Earlier, ChromeOS Version 100 and Earlier, iOS 17 / iPadOS 17 and Earlier with USB-C ports ]
Driver Required [Windows 8.1 / 8 / 7, macOS 10.15 And Older]
Does this adapter compatible with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4 ports?
Yes. It compatible with Thunderbot 5/4/3, USB4, and USB-C ports that support data. For full 5Gbps performance, your port must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10bps) or higher.
Can I use this with my Android smartphone or Nintendo Switch?
This specific chipset is optimized for professional computing ecosystems. It is NOT compatible with Android OS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, or Smart TVs. It is heavily dedicated to PC, Mac, iPad, and NAS architectures.
5Gbps USB C to Ethernet Adapter -- Y01






Driver Download Pach:
Realtek Official Web > Downloads > Communications Network ICs > Realtek USB FE/GbE/2.5GbE/ 5G/10G Family Controller Software.
Please Note:
Computer host connection USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C 10Gbps data rate high recommended, backwards compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C.
I’m not getting full 5Gbps speed—what should I do?
Confirm your port supports USB 32 Gen 2 (10Gbps) or higher Use Cat 6 or better cable, connect to a 5GBASE-T port, and update OS or drivers. On Windows/Linux, install the latest Realtek RTL8157 driver.
Is it backward compatible if my current router only outputs 1Gbps?
Absolutely. While capable of 5000Mbps, the intelligent RTL8157 chipset auto-negotiates and perfectly matches 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, or 100Mbps networks seamlessly.
Does this adapter require installing a driver?
Plug & Play [Windows 11 / 10, macOS 11 (Big Sur) and Earlier, Kernel 5.x / 6.x and Earlier, ChromeOS Version 100 and Earlier, iOS 17 / iPadOS 17 and Earlier with USB-C ports ]
Driver Required [Windows 8.1 / 8 / 7, macOS 10.15 And Older]
Does this adapter compatible with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, or USB4 ports?
Yes. It compatible with Thunderbot 5/4/3, USB4, and USB-C ports that support data. For full 5Gbps performance, your port must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10bps) or higher.
Can I use this with my Android smartphone or Nintendo Switch?
This specific chipset is optimized for professional computing ecosystems. It is NOT compatible with Android OS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, or Smart TVs. It is heavily dedicated to PC, Mac, iPad, and NAS architectures.















