i-tec U3METALGLAN USB 3.0 Metal Gigabit Ethernet Adapter · USB-A to 1x RJ45 · Realtek RTL8153 · 28 cm Cable · Space Grey
i-tec U3METALGLAN — metal-bodied Gigabit Ethernet adapter for USB-A ports
The i-tec U3METALGLAN is a USB 3.0 (USB-A 3.2 Gen 1) to Gigabit Ethernet adapter in a space-grey metal housing, adding a 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 port to laptops, desktops and tablets with a USB Type-A port. It suits office users with thin notebooks, IT technicians who need a reliable spare network port, and anyone replacing an unreliable Wi-Fi connection with a cable.
It uses the Realtek RTL8153 controller, which is supported natively by most operating systems. i-tec lists Windows 10/11, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, Android and iPadOS. The adapter supports Wake-on-LAN, jumbo frames up to 9 KB, IEEE 802.3az energy saving and checksum offload for IPv4/IPv6, which reduces CPU load during large transfers.
The 28 cm integrated cable lets the adapter lie flat on the desk instead of hanging from the port, and the metal body helps dissipate heat during long transfers.
What's in the Box
- i-tec U3METALGLAN adapter with integrated 28 cm USB-A cable
- Quick installation guide
- Network cable not included
What It Means in Practice
- Wired Gigabit connection for laptops that have USB-A but no RJ45 port.
- Plug & play on most systems; RTL8153 drivers from i-tec are available if needed.
- Wake-on-LAN and energy-efficient Ethernet help with remote management and battery life.
- The longer 28 cm cable reduces strain on the laptop's USB port.
- Works with Linux and ChromeOS, not only Windows and macOS.
What Will Not Work
- USB-C only laptops — use the C31METALGLAN instead.
- Full Gigabit on a USB 2.0 port (it works, but slower).
- Speeds above 1 Gbps.
- Charging, video or extra USB ports — network only.
Key Features
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
- USB3.0,
- Ethernet