OWC Thunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter, for High-Speed Network Connections, RJ45 Port Supports 10Gb/s, 5Gb/s, 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s and 100Mb/s Base-T, Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 or 4 Ports
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OWC Thunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter, for High-Speed Network Connections, RJ45 Port Supports 10Gb/s, 5Gb/s, 2.5Gb/s, 1Gb/s and 100Mb/s Base-T, Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 or 4 Ports

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Product ID: 90273181
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Details

  • Brand
    OWC
  • Hardware Interface
    Ethernet
  • Color
    Black
  • Compatible Devices
    Desktop
  • Product Dimensions
    5"L x 3.1"W x
  • Data Link Protocol
    Ethernet
10Gbps ultra-fast Ethernet
🔇Silent, heat-dissipative design
🔌Plug & play Thunderbolt 3/4 compatibility

Description

⚡ Upgrade your network game—speed, silence, and pro-level power in one sleek adapter!

  • PRO GRADE AVB READY - Ideal for professional audio/video setups requiring frame-accurate synchronization with AVB-compatible switches.
  • BLAZING 10 GBPS SPEED - Experience transfer speeds over 900MB/s—perfect for large files, 4K video editing, and lag-free streaming.
  • WHISPER QUIET COOL - Robust heat dissipation ensures silent operation during intense workloads—no annoying fan noise.
  • VERSATILE NETWORK COMPATIBILITY - Supports 10Gb/s down to 100Mb/s RJ45 Ethernet standards—future-proof your wired connection.
  • SEAMLESS THUNDERBOLT INTEGRATION - Plug-and-play with Thunderbolt 3 and 4 ports on Mac and Windows—no drivers needed for macOS.

The OWC Thunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter delivers ultra-fast 10Gbps wired connectivity via a plug-and-play Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port. Designed for professionals demanding high-speed data transfers, silent operation, and broad network compatibility, it supports multiple Ethernet speeds and AVB for precise audio/video synchronization. Includes a detachable 0.5m Thunderbolt 40Gbps cable and works seamlessly with macOS and Windows systems.

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Specifications

Wireless Type802.11g
BrandOWC
SeriesThunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter
Item model numberOWCTB3ADP10GBE
Operating SystemWindows, macOS/OS X
Item Weight1 pounds
Product Dimensions4.5 x 1.1 x 3.1 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH4.5 x 1.1 x 3.1 inches
ColorBlack
ManufacturerOther World Computing
ASINB07K7SMF89
Country of OriginThailand
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNo
Date First AvailableNovember 6, 2018

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

I have a 1gb switch internally and purchased this owc external 10gb adapter. my speeds still are not good. do i need to bypass the internal 1gb?
does this work for usb-c and can i use a usb-c to usb-a cable for usb 3.0 type a cable into usb 3.0 port on older 2015 macbook pro 11,4?
Is this the current version with the detachable cable or the old version with the captive cable? The part number matches the new version.
Will this work with a thunderbolt 2 device/ 2-3 adapter?

Reviews

4.1

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C**A

Exactly 10g

Works at 10g as advertised. No problem with it after months of usage and never dropped. Nice.

B**Y

Works as advertised and robustly built.

Works very well and is "plug and play" foolproof. For some reason my system took about a minute to identify and get the drivers for it but all is well.I like the rubber casing around the metal of the NIC itself.

J**R

Unreliable for Mac Users – OWC Aware of Issue but No Fix

I purchased the OWC Thunderbolt 3 10G Ethernet Adapter for use with my iMac M1 running macOS Sequoia 15.3, expecting a reliable high-speed network connection. Instead, this adapter has been nothing but frustrating and unreliable. It randomly disconnects, especially during large file transfers, sometimes even corrupting files.After extensive troubleshooting, including resetting network settings, replacing cables, upgrading macOS, and following every step OWC suggested, the issue still persists. OWC support has acknowledged no known compatibility issues, yet they have no firmware fix or solution. Their only recommendation? Return it and try another unit, as if that’s a real fix. This suggests they are aware of the issue but unwilling to properly address it.If you're planning to use this adapter in 10G mode on an M1 iMac running macOS Sequoia 15.3, be warned—OWC knows about the problem but has no resolution. Unless you're willing to deal with frequent disconnections and weak customer support, avoid this product. I expected better from a brand like OWC, but this has been a major disappointment.

D**.

Best of the worst

Ever single 10gbe to thunderbolt adapter seems to work, less than desirable. This one is the best of the worst! If the cable is moved slightly, sometimes, it looses connection. Really don’t get it but out of all the ones I’ve tried, this one looses connection the LEAST.

S**N

Needing full bandwidth

OMG, the Internet flies on my computer. Now, it really allows my MacBook Pro to shine.

M**T

Works As Expected, Even Though It Looks Used

I decided to upgrade my home network and bought this adapter to use on an M1 Mac Mini. The product itself works great, gives me fast transfers and barely even gets warm no matter how much I use it.However, I ordered and paid for a NEW product and "fullfilled by Amazon" sent me one that appeared to have been previously opened/used. When I opened the product box, this adapter sat on top of the plastic bag that it should have been inside of. Either OWC's quality control missed this or I got a used product.Since I never had a problem with the device, I let the return window close and just continued using it. At this point, I have had the adapter for several months and have been very happy with its performance.Hopefully, this review was helpful to you.

J**H

Want 10G speed from your network, get this

Only 10G adapter I could find to work with my Mac. It works great.

D**F

Great speed, easy to use, very hot

My MacBook recognized this instantly and I am getting great speeds! Here is a local test done connected through a 10Gb switch:laptop:Downloads me$ ./iperf3 -c 10.2.220.104Connecting to host 10.2.220.104, port 5201[ 6] local 10.2.93.106 port 64591 connected to 10.2.220.104 port 5201[ ID] Interval Transfer Bandwidth[ 6] 0.00-1.00 sec 1.05 GBytes 9.03 Gbits/sec[ 6] 1.00-2.00 sec 1.07 GBytes 9.20 Gbits/sec[ 6] 2.00-3.00 sec 1.07 GBytes 9.15 Gbits/sec[ 6] 3.00-4.00 sec 1.01 GBytes 8.64 Gbits/sec[ 6] 4.00-5.00 sec 1015 MBytes 8.51 Gbits/sec[ 6] 5.00-6.00 sec 1.02 GBytes 8.76 Gbits/sec[ 6] 6.00-7.00 sec 1018 MBytes 8.54 Gbits/sec[ 6] 7.00-8.00 sec 1.01 GBytes 8.65 Gbits/sec[ 6] 8.00-9.00 sec 1024 MBytes 8.59 Gbits/sec[ 6] 9.00-10.00 sec 995 MBytes 8.35 Gbits/sec- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[ ID] Interval Transfer Bandwidth[ 6] 0.00-10.00 sec 10.2 GBytes 8.74 Gbits/sec sender[ 6] 0.00-10.00 sec 10.2 GBytes 8.74 Gbits/sec receiveriperf Done.This adapter gets very hot. I have been thinking about sitting my coffee cup on it to keep it warm, but that would probably void my warranty...

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