5GbE and beyond ethernet adapters

[outrun100]

Now XikeStor SKN-U410GT is available, usual price RMB 658, offer price RMB 554.84.

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Thanks xiaofan, u ordered? which one better IOCrest or this U410GT? Iooking one adapter now

 

[xiaofan]

Thanks xiaofan, u ordered? which one better IOCrest or this U410GT? Iooking one adapter now

Not buying any more. I have got three USB4/TB4 to 10G NICs already (IOcrest, GRiS and older XikeStor version).

As for which one is better, I tend to think all are the same in terms of function. XikeStor U410GT looks a bit nicer though. Orico CZ009 is probably the better looking one among the cheaper ones.

Please refer to Post #6 in the first page for the list of USB4/TB4 to 10G network adapters.

 

[liangtam]

<$21 sgd

But cannot get wireline 4.7Gbps speed (Ethernet is typ ~ 5% overhead to layer 4/user application). Maybe need repeat on Win11

 

[BradenHeat]

<$21 sgd

But cannot get wireline 4.7Gbps speed (Ethernet is typ ~ 5% overhead to layer 4/user application). Maybe need repeat on Win11

Song bohz no 4.8 no song rightssss

 

[Jurong640]

<$21 sgd

But cannot get wireline 4.7Gbps speed (Ethernet is typ ~ 5% overhead to layer 4/user application). Maybe need repeat on Win11

looks not bad and cheap. can consider

 

[TanKianW]

<$21 sgd

But cannot get wireline 4.7Gbps speed (Ethernet is typ ~ 5% overhead to layer 4/user application). Maybe need repeat on Win11

Why is there no ipv6 connection!

Cannot pass! Rerun the tests!

 

[liangtam]

??
IPv6 useless lah.. Server also dont support.

Also, base line tested with Qnap TB adapter on same pc immediately after the above, so not line/Internet issue
NOTE: This RTL8157 is designed for USB gen 2, not TB. Nevertheless I always find type-c based connection, usb or tb to be finnicky

 

[Mach3.2]

Why is there no ipv6 connection!

Cannot pass! Rerun the tests!

can convince as56300 to finally roll out ipv6?

 

[xiaofan]

can convince as56300 to finally roll out ipv6?

I tend to believe MR will have IPv6 soon, at least for non Gamer Plans, especially when Starhub is integrating the backend of Starhub/MR XGS-PON based offering.

 

[ykeen]

going to https://store.ui.com/us/en and saw the new 10G adapter

Rejoice! for those who need one
https://store.ui.com/us/en/products/uacc-adapter-rj45-usbc-10ge

 

[newsera]

Are there any USB 3.2 Gen 2 to 10G Ethernet adapter? Most seem to require USB 4 or Thunderbolt 4/3 though USB 3.2 Gen 2 can do 10Gbps

 

[xiaofan]

Are there any USB 3.2 Gen 2 to 10G Ethernet adapter? Most seem to require USB 4 or Thunderbolt 4/3 though USB 3.2 Gen 2 can do 10Gbps

No.

The best you can get is 5Gbe adapter.

 

[s3856]

WAVLINK USB C to Ethernet Adapter 5Gbps suitable for Macbook ? Thanks

 

[xiaofan]

WAVLINK USB C to Ethernet Adapter 5Gbps suitable for Macbook ? Thanks

Check out this post. You need fast Macbook to reach good speed.
https://forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/...ernet-adapters.7068236/page-11#post-154803532

I notice that there is a sale pricing for the Wavlink 5Gbps USB-C to Ethernet adapter on Shopee today. More interesting is the notes about speed and compatibility limitations posted, which is quite helpful to take note for Realtek-based 5Gbps adapters:

Notes:

1. To achieve the optimal network speed, please make sure the USB port connected speed is 10Gbps; When the USB port speed is 5Gbps, the maximum Ethernet speed is around 3.3Gbps.

2. The default speed for MAC OS is 5Gbps, manually selecting the highest speed should be at 2.5Gbps; This issue is related to the MAC OS driver and manual settings are not recommended.

3. There are speed differences on MacBook.

* M3 chip. Dual direction maximum speed can reach 4.6Gbps.

* M1 chip. Dual direction Transmit/Receive. One direction can reach 4Gbps, the other 2.5Gbps. Single direction maximum speed can reach 4.7Gbps.

* 2017 Intel i7 chip. Dual direction Transmit/Receive. One direction can reach 3.1Gbps, the other 1.3Gbps. Single direction maximum speed can reach 4.7Gbps.

* 2017 Intel i5 chip. Dual direction Transmit/Receive. One direction can reach 2.9Gbps, the other 900Mbps. Single direction maximum speed can reach 3.8Gbps.

4. The speed are related to the computer CPU performance. Because this Ethernet adapter will consume computer's CPU resources.


On Surface Laptop Go（CPU i5-1035G1）Win11 OS will have same issue. Dual direction Transmit/Receive. One direction can reach 4.7Gbps, the other 623Mbps. resulting in CPU usage at 100%.

Realtek will provide the minimum configuration requirements soon.

If the above issue would made a negative impact on your user experience, please purchase with caution.

Compatibility:

Compatible: Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS, USB-C (5Gbps), USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt 3 Systems, Microsoft Windows 10, 8.x, 7, Vista and XP, macOS 10.6 and above, iPadOS

Compatible: Linux kernel 3.2 and above (basic support, install driver or update to 5.x kernel for full support), Supported on up-to-date Chrome OS systems

Compatible: Plug and play for Windows 10, Mac OS 10.13.6 to 11.x, iPadOS, Linux Kernel 5.x and above, up-to-date Chrome OS.

Not Compatible: ARM-based Windows RT and Windows Mobile, Nintendo Switch, Most Android devices, TiVo Series 2, Wii, or other non-PC/Mac platforms, Not recommended for use with FreeBSD or pfSense

 

[guangzong]

Now XikeStor SKN-U410GT is available, usual price RMB 658, offer price RMB 554.84.

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Thanks for the recommendation.

Ordered this on AliExpress during sale, as the price is similar to Taobao after shipping and tax.
Arrived today.
Preliminary tests - i can get slightly less than 5Gbps download and similar for upload on SpeedTest Windows app.
SingTel 5 Gbps plan.
Using an Intel I7 11 generation CPU laptop via the Thunderbolt4 USB-C port.
No time to test for stability or stress test it though.

 

[Able]

I'm having a frustrating time with the TP-Link TX401 adapter. I occasionally get disconnected, and when I run a ping test during the disconnection, I get a "General failure" message followed by two "Request timed out" messages. In case you're wondering, yes - I’ve installed the latest driver. I don’t have this issue when I use the motherboard’s built-in 2.5Gbps LAN port. Has anyone experienced something similar or found a fix? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

 

[xiaofan]

I'm having a frustrating time with the TP-Link TX401 adapter. I occasionally get disconnected, and when I run a ping test during the disconnection, I get a "General failure" message followed by two "Request timed out" messages. In case you're wondering, yes - I’ve installed the latest driver. I don’t have this issue when I use the motherboard’s built-in 2.5Gbps LAN port. Has anyone experienced something similar or found a fix? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

It is the notorious one in this forum, just bite the bullet and forget about it...

Post #8 in this thread in the first page.

PCI-E adapters using Marvell AQC107/AQC113C chipset may have issues under Windows.

TP-Link TX401and Asus XG-C100C are the most notorious 10G network adapters in this forum under Windows, even though they are both very popular. Both are using Marvell AQC107/AQC113C chipset. Some users have to reinstall Windows to get the right speed. On the other hand, quite some users have no issues. YMMV.

They are usually fine under Linux. So I will say it is partially Windows problem, partially Marvell problem.

Note: Asus XG-C100C newer versions are based on AQC113C and may be better as per some reports.
Note: Windows may play a big part if you encounter slower speed -- you may have to disable 3rd party antivirus program or some network monitoring applications if you encounter issues.

 

[guangzong]

I'm having a frustrating time with the TP-Link TX401 adapter. I occasionally get disconnected, and when I run a ping test during the disconnection, I get a "General failure" message followed by two "Request timed out" messages. In case you're wondering, yes - I’ve installed the latest driver. I don’t have this issue when I use the motherboard’s built-in 2.5Gbps LAN port. Has anyone experienced something similar or found a fix? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

This is based on the older Marvell Aquantia AQC107.

I am using the ASUS which is based on the newer AQC113. But i had a similar issue as you.

I had to disable this for this issue to go away:
Recv Segmemt Coalescing (IPv4)

 

[Able]

It is the notorious one in this forum, just bite the bullet and forget about it...

Post #8 in this thread in the first page.

I am looking for a X550T2 but all are no brands, don't know which one to get. Any suggestions?

 

[Able]

This is based on the older Marvell Aquantia AQC107.

I am using the ASUS which is based on the newer AQC113. But i had a similar issue as you.

I had to disable this for this issue to go away:
Recv Segmemt Coalescing (IPv4)

Does disabling this feature reduce the performance and bandwidth? I will try it when I get home. Thanks.