QNAP QNA-UC10G2T USB4 Dual-Port 10GbE RJ45 Network Adapter

Give a Compatible Workstation Two Fast Ethernet Connections The QNA-UC10G2T brings dual 10GbE copper Ethernet to supported computers through a USB4 Type-C connection. It is useful where a laptop or workstation needs faster shared-storage access without an internal PCIe card. Two network ports provide options for separate connections or supported multichannel workloads, while a fanless metal enclosure keeps the adapter practical on a desk. Check the host interface and operating-system requirements before ordering. Highlights Dual Copper Ethernet Two RJ45 ports support 10/5/2.5/1GbE and 100MbE. Use appropriate cables and compatible equipment at the other end. USB4 Connection Included 1M USB4 Type-C cable. Specified Windows USB4/Thunderbolt 4 and Mac Thunderbolt 3/4 host support. Quiet Desktop Design Fanless metal enclosure with Marvell AQtion AQC113 networking. Windows ARM and Mac Boot Camp are not supported. Key Features Add Ethernet without Opening the Computer Connect the adapter through the supplied USB4 cable rather than installing an internal PCIe card. A suitable USB4 or Thunderbolt host is essential: an ordinary USB-C connector does not establish compatibility. QNAP specifies Windows hosts using USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 and Mac hosts using Thunderbolt 3 or 4, with supported software and hardware configuration. Use Two Network Paths Deliberately Two 10GbE ports can connect to separate suitable networks or contribute to a supported SMB Multichannel arrangement. Multichannel requires compatible endpoints, software and network configuration; it is not an automatic 20Gbps link for every application. Choose the traffic layout around the storage server and clients, and verify permissions and security when connecting different networks. Match Different Ethernet Speeds Each RJ45 port supports 10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, Gigabit and 100MbE connections. Cat 6a cabling is recommended for a planned 10GbE installation. Switch ports, cable length and quality, storage performance and client capabilities affect the achieved result. The adapter's link rate is distinct from real file-transfer throughput. Check Drivers and Host Resources QNAP specifies Windows 11, macOS 12.7 through 15.4 and Ubuntu 22.04 with kernel 6.5.0-41. Windows and Ubuntu require the appropriate Marvell AQtion driver. Windows on ARM and Mac Boot Camp are not supported. Some Intel 11th-generation systems can have recognition issues, and the motherboard's host-controller and reserved-resource settings may need verification before deployment. Keep the Desktop Quiet The metal enclosure uses passive cooling with no internal fan. Leave room around the cooling fins and keep the adapter within its stated 0–35°C operating range. The package contains the adapter, 1M USB4 Type-C cable and manual; Ethernet cables and other network equipment are purchased separately. A Thunderbolt 2-to 3 adapter does not provide a supported connection path. Summary QNA-UC10G2T is a practical dual-Ethernet upgrade for a verified USB4 or Thunderbolt workstation. It combines multi-speed RJ45 connections with a quiet enclosure, provided the host, drivers, network and storage are ready to use the available bandwidth. Will It Work with Any USB-C Port?ExpandCollapse No. The host must provide the supported USB4 or Thunderbolt connection and meet the operating-system and hardware requirements. A USB-C connector alone is not sufficient. Which Computer Systems Are Supported?ExpandCollapse QNAP specifies Windows 11, macOS 12.7–15.4 and Ubuntu 22.04 with kernel 6.5.0-41. Windows and Ubuntu need the appropriate Marvell AQtion driver; check the precise host-interface requirements as well. Can I Use Windows on ARM or Boot Camp?ExpandCollapse No. QNAP excludes Windows on ARM-based processors and Mac systems running Windows through Boot Camp. Does It Include the USB Cable?ExpandCollapse Yes. A 1M USB4 Type-C-to-Type-C cable and manual are included. Ethernet cables, switches and other equipment are separate. Can Both Ports Double One File Transfer?ExpandCollapse Only an appropriate supported multichannel configuration can use multiple network paths for a workload. It does not automatically give every application 20Gbps, and actual results depend on the endpoints and storage. Will a Thunderbolt 2-to 3 Adapter Work?ExpandCollapse No. QNAP states that QNA adapters do not work through a Thunderbolt 2-to 3 adapter. Use a supported direct host connection and an appropriate cable. 続きを読む