Converts a USB port to a 101001000 Ethernet port Supports Auto MDIX straight and cross network cable auto-detection Plug your broadband or other network device into a USB port Supports USB full and high speed modes with bus power capability Compatible with USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 Half and full-duplex operation This Gigabit USB 2.0 Ethernet adapter is a cost effective solution that converts a USB port into a 101001000Base-T Ethernet port. It enables low cost and affordable Gigabit Ethernet network connection to desktop notebook PC and embedded system using popular USB ports. No need to purchase an expensive Gigabit network interface card and to spare a PCI or Cardbus slot just using your existing USB ports and you can upgrade your network connection speed.