I've been trying to fix my computer's wired network connection and I'm starting to think the adapter might be faulty. Since I can't find any USB-A to Ethernet adapters at nearby stores, I'm wondering if I can connect a male USB-A to female USB-C adapter to my computer, and then run a male USB-C to female Ethernet adapter from there. I'm okay with any potential speed losses since I just need a stable connection and prefer it over WiFi. Do you think this setup will work at all?
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Yeah, you should be fine. Even if your adapter is limited to USB 2.0 speeds, that's still over 500 Mbps, and that's pretty decent! USB 3.0 is faster, but for a wired connection, it’s definitely better than WiFi.
It would help to know your computer model. Sometimes the setup can be tricky depending on the hardware. A diagram of your connection could clarify things more!
I built it myself, so there's no specific model. It’s an ASUS Prime X570-P. I think the built-in network card is the real issue here.
If you're using the front USB ports, they might not perform the best. Maybe try the ones at the back of the PC for better reliability?
The front ports are 3.0 too, but I think the rear ones are a mix of 3.0 and 2.0. I’ll see if it makes a difference!
It's tough to say without more info on your hardware, but theoretically, if the Ethernet adapter needs USB-C’s higher speed and the setup only supports USB-A, then it might not work properly. Just a thought!
I hear you; I’ll just give it a shot and update you guys in an hour.
Be careful! Sometimes adapter cables are made for charging only and don’t support data connections.
Totally agree! The adapters are typically passive, so the Ethernet one shouldn't have any issues with converting the signals.