Accelerate your workflow with the OWC Thunderbolt 4 10G Ethernet Adapter—an essential tool for creators, IT professionals, and power users demanding next-level network performance. Designed for Thunderbolt 3/4/5 and USB4 Macs and PCs, this compact adapter delivers instant access to 10GBASE-T high-speed networking, enabling file transfers surpassing 900MB/s with ease.
Perfect for connecting to modern NAS systems or high-bandwidth shared storage, this adapter transforms how quickly you can collaborate, back up, and manage large media libraries. And because it’s fully backward compatible with 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, and 100BASE-Tx, it harmonizes with any environment—making it a flexible upgrade for offices, studios, and remote setups.
For computers limited to 1GbE or lacking Ethernet entirely, this adapter unlocks the true potential of today’s faster routers and switches. Creative professionals in small offices or home studios can instantly enjoy up to 5× faster speeds on 2.5GbE-5GbE networks and up to 10× faster speeds on 10GbE setups—all without replacing existing cabling. Its advanced NBASE-T support delivers significant performance boosts using standard Cat 5e or Cat 6 wiring, maximizing infrastructure ROI.
Engineered for peak networking and CPU efficiency, the adapter incorporates modern enhancements like flow control, checksum offloading, 64-bit address support, and TSO/LRO/RSS stateless offloads. This reduces system load while maintaining blazing-fast and stable performance across demanding tasks.
Its ventilated aluminum housing functions as a built-in heat sink, ensuring silent, fanless cooling. The rugged construction withstands travel, while the included protective rubber sleeve keeps the adapter safe in your gear bag. Completely bus-powered with Energy-Efficient Ethernet support, the OWC Thunderbolt 4 10G Ethernet Adapter requires no external power—just plug in and accelerate your workflow anywhere.