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Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 5,612 ratings

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Brand Apple
Hardware Interface Ethernet
Compatible Devices MacBook Air (13-inch, Early 2015 - 2017), MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015), MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012 - 2015), MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012 - 2015), iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, Late 2015), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014 - 2015), Mac mini (Late 2014), Mac Pro (Late 2013) See more
Data Transfer Rate 1024 Megabits Per Second
Item Weight 9.07 Grams

About this item

  • The Apple Thunderbolt to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter lets you easily connect to a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet network.
  • Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computer
  • Supports 10/100/1000BASE-T networks.
  • System requirement:OS X v10.7.4 or later

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  • Network adapter
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    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    5,612 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance and quality of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they mention it works well and has no issues. That said, opinions are mixed on fit, internet connection, and value.

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    387 customers mention319 positive68 negative

    Customers like the performance of the adapter. They mention that it works well, is sturdy, and works great on their MacBook Air. Some say that it's a plug and play device that works right out of the box with no issues. Some customers also mention that the adaptor works on Linux and that the thunderbolt connector is still working fine after six months.

    "It works great. I just wish is was a bit more sturdy. It twist and I worry it maybe damage eventually...." Read more

    "...And best of all, it works on linux =D. I tested it with Arch linux, on my Macbook Pro 2013...." Read more

    "Works like a charm on a mid-2015 MBP 15" retina in OS X; this adapter can be plugged in at any time and will be recognized by the OS...." Read more

    "It works to hardline my MacBook. No issues!" Read more

    188 customers mention155 positive33 negative

    Customers like the quality of the adapter. For example, they say it's a great product, and it works well. Some mention that it'll hold up well to usage and has not broken or stopped working. Overall, customers are satisfied with the adaptor's quality and functionality.

    "Great LAN Connection to. the Thunderbolt Output of your MacBook. I tried others that work through USB, none held up very long and some not at all...." Read more

    "Very good products from Apple ! Thanks!" Read more

    "...Other than that, Apple products are great. So if you know you need this and how it will appear when ordered, then you have nothing to worry about." Read more

    "...This adapter does seem pretty durable, seeing as the stress relievers on the adapter are thicker than usual for an Apple product...." Read more

    54 customers mention51 positive3 negative

    Customers find the network interface controller adapter easy to use. They mention it's simple to plug and play, with no actual user configuration required. Some say the adapter makes it easy to connect to Ethernet.

    "...Simple plug and play.Most Apple accessory products are over priced but that is just the way it is." Read more

    "...why connecting computers with cables is always be going to be faster, simpler, safer, more efficient and more reliable than any wireless system you..." Read more

    "...ease-of-use objectives, this Gigabit Ethernet Adapter was easy to install and configure...." Read more

    "...No actual user configuration is required, as this will automatically configure the settings, just requires user approval to save the automatic..." Read more

    80 customers mention30 positive50 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the adapter. Some mention it's very good value for money, while others say it'd be better off buying direct from Apple.

    "It’s apple so it works. Like all things apple it costs a bit too much. 🤷‍♂️..." Read more

    "...Bought this adapter because it was small, cheaper and uses the thunderbolt port since I have no idea what else I'd use it for...." Read more

    "Overpriced for what it's used for. But, it does the job and does it well." Read more

    "...It's expensive, but only barely more than the highly rated USB3 ethernet adapters, so I decided to go with the real deal, and I'm very happy I did." Read more

    61 customers mention29 positive32 negative

    Customers are mixed about the internet connection. Some mention that the adapter provides excellent connections to all the networks with which it has been used, making the internet much more stable. However, others say that the call cuts out because they lose connection.

    "...It's connecting and working beautifully. WiFi is great and convenient. However, it can sometimes be unreliable...." Read more

    "...the demand, there are a thousand interferences because of the limited wireless band, which is also shared by a lot of non-Wifi devices and disturbed..." Read more

    "...When you're out and about, wifi is great, but there is no substutiute to a hard wired connection especially through thunderbolt...." Read more

    "...The connection stopped working tonight, so I got out the new adapter. I plugged it in, and Internet was still out...." Read more

    48 customers mention22 positive26 negative

    Customers are mixed about the fit of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it's small and compact, and fits right into their MacBook air. However, others say that it doesn't fit their Thunderbolt ports, it fits a little loose, and didn't even fit to plug into their Mac.

    "...It has worked perfectly. The only thing is the elternet end is slightly snug and does not appear to be all the way in, however, it works fine...." Read more

    "...Bought this adapter because it was small, cheaper and uses the thunderbolt port since I have no idea what else I'd use it for...." Read more

    "It was great but not the correct size for my laptop it was easy to connect to the Ethernet cable great material too!" Read more

    "...transfer files from my network faster than wi fi and it's also great for travelling due to its small size and connecting to hotel ethernet ports." Read more

    Works in linux
    5 Stars
    Works in linux
    Amazing speed. I got full gigabit speed between a Macbook Pro 2013 laptop and my Intel n3700 machine. I can definitely recommend this over a USB ethernet adapter, as long as you have an older Mac that uses Thunderbolt 2.Yes, this is Thunderbolt 2. It's the shape of a mini-displayport. It's NOT the thunderbolt 3 shape of USB-C.And best of all, it works on linux =D. I tested it with Arch linux, on my Macbook Pro 2013. After installing bolt, I used boltctl to authorize it, then struggled for a while trying to figure out what driver I was missing. Then I figured it out: power off the laptop, then power it on with the thunderbolt ethernet adapter plugged in. It has to power-on with it connected to fully recognize it. I didn't have to boot OSX for this to work - which is good, since I already deleted the OSX partition.
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