{"product_id":"asustor-as-u2-5g2","title":"Asustor AS-U2.5G2 USB-C 2.5GbE Ethernet Adapter","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-asustor-as-u2-5g2-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-asustor-as-u2-5g2-copy { font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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Its integrated USB-C cable and included USB-A adapter make it a compact way to connect a supported ASUSTOR NAS, laptop or desktop to a multi-gigabit network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aluminium enclosure, Realtek RTL8156B controller and 33g design keep the adapter easy to carry. It is powered by USB, so there is no separate power brick to pack. The host, operating system and network equipment must support the intended connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5GBASE-T RJ-45 Ethernet with 1Gb\/s and 100Mb\/s fallback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C to USB-A adapter included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB powered with an integrated cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium housing and 33g weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Simple Wired Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a faster wired port to a supported computer or NAS. For a 2.5Gb\/s link, both ends of the connection and the intervening network must support 2.5GbE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUseful Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer support includes ASUSTOR ADM 3.5.1 or later and supported Windows, macOS and Linux systems. Compatible NAS examples include AS3104T, AS3202T, AS3204T, AS3204T v2, AS5002T, AS5004T, AS5102T, AS5104T, AS5008T, AS5010T, AS5108T, AS5110T, AS5202T, AS5304T, AS6102T, AS6104T, AS6202T, AS6204T, AS6208T, AS6210T, AS6302T, AS6404T, AS6508T, AS6510T, AS6602T, AS6604T, AS7004T, AS7008T, AS7010T, AS7110T, AS7112RDX and AS7116RDX. Check the exact host and current driver or ADM support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Existing Suitable Cabling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter supports Cat 5e or better network cabling and automatic speed negotiation. A 2.5GbE link increases available network bandwidth; disk speeds, USB bandwidth and workload still affect file transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade to Travel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated cable and included Type-A adapter reduce the need for separate connection accessories. Ensure the triangle on the connector aligns with the USB logo on the adapter for maximum speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAS-U2.5G2 is a compact route to 2.5GbE for a supported NAS or computer. Match it with a suitable USB host, supported software and 2.5GbE network equipment to make the most of the connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently Asked Questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs This the Second-Generation Adapter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This listing is AS-U2.5G2, also described as AS-U2.5G GEN2. It uses the RTL8156B controller and 33g aluminium design, rather than the older first-generation adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs a USB-A Adapter Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The integrated cable is USB-C, and a USB-C to USB-A adapter is included. Align the indicated connector markings when fitting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Need Its Own Power Supply?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is powered from the USB connection. The host USB port must provide suitable power and support the required data connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill It Make My Internet 2.5 Times Faster?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot automatically. It can negotiate a 2.5GbE local link with compatible equipment. Internet service speed, the router, switch, USB connection and other devices can remain limiting factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I Use It with an ASUSTOR NAS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, on a supported NAS with the required USB connection and ADM support. The current hardware specification states ADM 3.5.1 or later; check the exact NAS before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" name=\"asustor-as-u2-5g2-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDo I Need New Ethernet Cables?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable Cat 5e or better cabling can support 2.5GbE. Damaged cables, poor terminations or an incompatible switch port can cause a slower negotiated link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Asustor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41367775871035,"sku":"AST-92G01-N02U0002","price":56.65,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/asustor-as-u25g-gen2-usb32-type-c-to-25gbase-t-adapter-with-usb-c-to-a-adapter-7277119.png?v=1792490635","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/ja\/products\/asustor-as-u2-5g2","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}