5x Network Performance
500% the Speed of Gigabit Ethernet
Interested in economically achieving 5x network performance at your desk using the existing Cat 5e cabling already in your walls? Sonnet has the solution — Solo5G™ USB‑C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, an affordable solution that connects an RJ45 port for superfast 5 Gigabit network connectivity to Mac, Windows, and Linux computers with USB‑C or Thunderbolt ports.
Same Connector and Cabling
Featuring NBASE-T technology, the compact and portable Sonnet Solo5G adapter supports 5 Gbps link speeds (5GBASE-T) over common Cat 5e or better cabling when used with a compatible Ethernet switch with multi-Gigabit (NBASE-T) support. Affordable models are available now.
Connected to the right switch, you can get great performance gains — 500 percent the speed of Gigabit Ethernet — without rewiring! In case you’re connecting to a switch without 5GbE support, Solo5G also supports 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps, and 100 Mbps link speeds.
No need to rewire your building; existing wiring already supports up to 5Gbps
Key Features
Adds a 5 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port to your computer.
5 Gb/s speed supported when used with a multi-Gigabit compatible 10GbE switch or router. Also supports 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps and 100 Mbps speeds.
Low-cost adapter connects your computer to infrastructure via inexpensive Cat 5e (or better) cables at distances up to 100 meters.
Connects to any USB‑C or Thunderbolt computer port, or to a USB-C port on a dock.
The drivers that support Solo5G are part of your computer’s operating system software; there’s nothing for you to install.
Change the adapter’s settings using operating system tools.
Solid aluminum construction adapter is pocketable and uses no fan, perfect for use in noise-sensitive environments.
Powered through its USB connection, the Solo5G requires no power adapter.
Convenient USB‑C captive cable.
Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux. See Tech Specs for details.
Founded in 1986 in Orange County, Southern California — long recognized as a vibrant hub of technology and engineering — Sonnet has been at the forefront of innovation for nearly four decades. We’ve introduced award-winning products that expand performance and connectivity for Mac, Windows, and other industry-standard computers. Many of our team members have been with us for more than 20 years, bringing unmatched expertise across both current and legacy products. Should you ever need technical support, you can count on our knowledgeable staff to provide the help you need.
Compact. Bus-powered. Rugged.
Solo5G measures just 1.2 inches wide by 3.2 inches deep by 0.7 inches tall and fits easily into a pocket in your backpack or equipment bag. Enabling truly portable use, this Sonnet aluminum enclosure adapter is powered by your computer’s USB or Thunderbolt port, connecting via the attached 6-inch (0.15-meter) USB‑C cable. The adapter’s rugged aluminum case withstands heavy use.
There’s no software for you to install — just connect Solo5G USB‑C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to your computer and to the network switch (or directly to your NAS), and then configure the adapter’s settings through the macOS Network control panel, Windows Device Manager, or Linux command line (or graphical utility). How’s that for simple?
Solo5G supports the Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) standard, which reduces the adapter’s power demands on your computer. The adapter runs cool and silent.
Solo5G enables you to achieve faster file transfers to and from your Network Attached Storage (NAS) with 5GbE or 2.5GbE support.
Solo5G USB-C to 5 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
