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Cable Matters Plug & Play USB to Ethernet Adapter - Support PXE & MAC Address Clone -10/100 Mbps Ethernet to USB 2.0 Adapter for Laptop - NO Power/Charging, NOT for Roku/Fire TV/Nintendo Consoles

Name: Cable Matters Plug & Play USB to Ethernet Adapter - Support PXE & MAC Address Clone -10/100 Mbps Ethernet to USB 2.0 Adapter for Laptop - NO
Brand: Cable Matters
SKU: B00ET4KHJ2
Price: 9.99 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-21

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Bottom line: The Cable Matters Plug & Play USB to Ethernet Adapter - Support PXE & MAC Address Clone -10/100 Mbps Ethernet to USB 2.0 Adapter for Laptop - NO Power/Charging, NOT for Roku/Fire TV/Nintendo Consoles is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the networking cards category, priced around $9.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Backed by Cable Matters's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

The Cable Matters USB to Ethernet Adapter solves a specific problem: your laptop, Raspberry Pi 3, or aging desktop has no working Ethernet port, and you need a wired connection now. This USB-A 2.0 dongle delivers 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet over 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX, and it installs driver-free on most Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux machines. Diagnostic LEDs report power, link, and data status, so troubleshooting a dead link takes seconds instead of guesswork. What sets this Cable Matters adapter apart from bargain dongles is the feature set underneath. It supports PXE network…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Cable Matters Plug & Play USB to Ethernet Adapter - Support PXE &… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the networking cards category. Cable Matters's networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work with a Nintendo Switch, Roku, or Fire TV?

No. Cable Matters explicitly lists Roku, Fire TV, Nintendo consoles, Android, and Windows RT as incompatible. It is built for computers running Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, or Linux.

Does it support Gigabit Ethernet?

No. This is a 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet adapter using 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX. It is not a Gigabit adapter, and the USB-A 2.0 interface would not sustain Gigabit speeds anyway.

Do I need to install drivers?

For most computers, no. It is driver-free on compatible Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux systems. The optional EZ-Dock utility is only needed for MAC address pass-through on Windows.

Can I use this to PXE boot or wake a machine over the network?

Yes. The adapter supports PXE network booting and Wake-on-LAN, along with Auto MDIX, full/half duplex, and IPv4/IPv6 networks.

Will it work with a Raspberry Pi 3?

Yes. Cable Matters lists Raspberry Pi 3 support for connecting to a router, modem, or switch. Note the adapter draws no extra power and provides no charging, so your Pi still needs its own supply.

Key Features

10/100 Mbps Fast USB Ethernet Adapter: This USB to network adapter connects a computer or Raspberry Pi 3 to a router, modem, or network switch for 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet. Ideal for Computer/Laptop that only requires a 100 Mbps wired connection when no Ethernet port is available
Cost-Effective USB-A 2.0 Network Adapter: Use this USB A to Ethernet adapter to replace a failed USB NIC or Ethernet port on an older computer. Please note that it is NOT USB-C, USB 3.0, or Gigabit Ethernet USB adapter
Compact Wired LAN Dongle: Portable Ethernet to USB adapter weighs less than 1 ounce with a 6-inch cable tail for easy connection; The USB network adapter provides a stable wired LAN connection that is more secure than most Wi-Fi connections
Advanced Network Features: Feature-filled USB to RJ45 Ethernet adapter supports PXE, Wake-on-LAN, Full/Half-Duplex Ethernet, Auto MDIX, IPv4/IPv6, 10BASE-T, and 100BASE-TX networks; Supports MAC address pass-through with Cable Matters EZ-Dock utility software for Windows
Driver-Free Setup for Most Computers: This Ethernet to USB adapter for laptop installs easily on compatible computers; Diagnostic LEDs show power, link, and data status; Compatible with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Linux. *NOT compatible with Windows RT, Android, Roku, Fire TV, or Nintendo consoles; No power delivery or charging support

Full Specifications

Brand	Cable Matters
Color	Black
Weight	1 ounce
Connectivity	USB-C, WiFi
Model Number	202023-BLACK
Compatibility	Switch, Android, Mac, Linux
Connection Type	Wired
Mfr Part Number	9188
Compatible Devices	Modem
Data Link Protocol	Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, USB
Data Transfer Rate	100 Megabytes Per Second
Hardware Interface	Ethernet, USB
Item Dimensions L x W x H	2.2"L x 1"W x 0.6"H
Global Trade Identification Number	00081159809188

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-17. Price and availability subject to change.