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Model: UGREEN USB C to Ethernet Adapter 2.5G, Ethernet Adapter for Laptop, Aluminum, Type C (Thunderbolt 4/3) to Rj45 Network Internet LAN Adapter, Compatible for NAS, MacBook Air/Pro, XPS, iPhone 15 Pro/Max
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This is a more common problem with usb to ethernet or some other protocol adapters (e.g. wifi). The root of the problem is how windows handles the usb device controller. Not gonna endorse or bash this product, but a common fix for this is to block windows from applying automatic power savings to this device or the usb controller so windows doesn't put the device to sleep when idle. The problem usually arises when windows asks the device to wake up from idle and it just hangs up.
That one is standard 1 GbE, this one is 2.5 GbE. If you have the common 1G Ethernet hub (ie, don't have a 2.5G/5G/10G hub), they both will negotiate to 1G- no speed benefit, and not sure the reliability difference of the chip TP-Link is using.
When comparing to the Ugreen 4-1, this one adds USB hub ports, plus has a USB Type-A, then an adapter to use USB-C ports, which is proper when speed is only USB 3.0 (Type-A ports more common, USB-C ports prioritized for faster links)
RTL8156BG are newer, with the vague assurance note from Realtek:
"This controller improves upon the performance issues commonly associated with the RTL8156 and RTL8156B versions."
History: Known overheat issues with the original RTL8156, mostly gone in RTL8156B but replaced with intermittent disconnect / slowness issues linked to USB-power/sleep and buffer size, and the current RTL8156BG seems to be the best and mostly working (assuming the product itself has no weaker link/component in the chain).
Note that there are overheating issues with 2.5G/faster switching hubs. Throttling / disconnects might be prevented by adding fans inside/outside the case, where also attaching a small heatsink to the main chip makes the largest difference. The commercial hubs tend to have better cooling, so might revisit when 5G trickles way down in pricing.
RTL8156BG are newer, with the vague assurance note from Realtek:
"This controller improves upon the performance issues commonly associated with the RTL8156 and RTL8156B versions."
History: Known overheat issues with the original RTL8156, mostly gone in RTL8156B but replaced with intermittent disconnect / slowness issues linked to USB-power/sleep and buffer size, and the current RTL8156BG seems to be the best and mostly working (assuming the product itself has no weaker link/component in the chain).
Note that there are overheating issues with 2.5G/faster switching hubs. Throttling / disconnects might be prevented by adding fans inside/outside the case, where also attaching a small heatsink to the main chip makes the largest difference. The commercial hubs tend to have better cooling, so might revisit when 5G trickles way down in pricing.
Hm interesting, I wonder what the BG identifies itself as in the hardware ID.
*reviews claims
Hardware Ids: USB\VID_OBDA&PID_8156&REV_3104
is in fact the BG
You are correct - this Ugreen one has the same "REV_3104" HW ID.
My Asustor AS-U2.5G2 claims to have RTL8156B and its HW ID has "REV_3100"
Your (generic?) adapter (good deal!) shows a pic that identifies the PCB as from CableCreation. I have a plastic-shell USB-C version from CableCreation that is also ID'ed as 3104.
Edit: Yes, I also made the config change to not have it auto power down.
FYI, verified Ugreen's download site has the same driver version (Win10) as the latest on Realtek's site - Install_USB_Win10_10059_20_07272023_08042023:
The USB-C connector isn't holding / clicking-in all that well. It doesn't take much to disconnect, which is very common with commodity connectors.
Just figure out a way to strain-relief the connector- velcro-strap the body to an adjacent cable, or better yet, create a tension that presses the connector to the USB-C port.
otw, working well on Windows 10. I loaded the latest driver, 10059_20_07272023_08042023 (10.59.20.420), which can be downloaded from Ugreen or Realtek's sites.
YMMV with USB adapters/extenders/cables - only time (and a couple of earthquakes) will tell if connector intermittency is fixed ... or aggravated by 2x.
need a card reader that will read usb flash drive that has lightening. usbc .
what do you recommend?
Hiearcool USB C Hub, USB C Multi-Port Adapter for MacBook Pro, 7IN1 USB C to HDMI Hub Dongle Compatible for USB C Laptops and Other Type C Devices (4K HDMI USB3.0 SD/TF Card Reader 100W PD)
I bought a bunch of no-name USB ethernet adapters a few years ago and they were giving me worse performance than WiFi. Turns out they were dropping packets like crazy. The only one I bought that never dropped packets was an Aukey.
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When comparing to the Ugreen 4-1, this one adds USB hub ports, plus has a USB Type-A, then an adapter to use USB-C ports, which is proper when speed is only USB 3.0 (Type-A ports more common, USB-C ports prioritized for faster links)
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806034232837.html [aliexpress.us]
"This controller improves upon the performance issues commonly associated with the RTL8156 and RTL8156B versions."
History: Known overheat issues with the original RTL8156, mostly gone in RTL8156B but replaced with intermittent disconnect / slowness issues linked to USB-power/sleep and buffer size, and the current RTL8156BG seems to be the best and mostly working (assuming the product itself has no weaker link/component in the chain).
Note that there are overheating issues with 2.5G/faster switching hubs. Throttling / disconnects might be prevented by adding fans inside/outside the case, where also attaching a small heatsink to the main chip makes the largest difference. The commercial hubs tend to have better cooling, so might revisit when 5G trickles way down in pricing.
"This controller improves upon the performance issues commonly associated with the RTL8156 and RTL8156B versions."
History: Known overheat issues with the original RTL8156, mostly gone in RTL8156B but replaced with intermittent disconnect / slowness issues linked to USB-power/sleep and buffer size, and the current RTL8156BG seems to be the best and mostly working (assuming the product itself has no weaker link/component in the chain).
Note that there are overheating issues with 2.5G/faster switching hubs. Throttling / disconnects might be prevented by adding fans inside/outside the case, where also attaching a small heatsink to the main chip makes the largest difference. The commercial hubs tend to have better cooling, so might revisit when 5G trickles way down in pricing.
*reviews claims
Hardware Ids: USB\VID_OBDA&PID_8156&REV_3104
is in fact the BG
31.04: RTL8156B(S)G
https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-c...B07Z177Y2D
Makes sense, I've had no problems at 2.5Gbps
I did uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" just in case though.
*reviews claims
Hardware Ids: USB\VID_OBDA&PID_8156&REV_3104
is in fact the BG
31.04: RTL8156B(S)G
https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-c...B07Z177Y2D [amazon.com]
Makes sense, I've had no problems at 2.5Gbps
My Asustor AS-U2.5G2 claims to have RTL8156B and its HW ID has "REV_3100"
Your (generic?) adapter (good deal!) shows a pic that identifies the PCB as from CableCreation. I have a plastic-shell USB-C version from CableCreation that is also ID'ed as 3104.
Edit: Yes, I also made the config change to not have it auto power down.
FYI, verified Ugreen's download site has the same driver version (Win10) as the latest on Realtek's site - Install_USB_Win10_10059_20_07272023_08042023:
https://www.realtek.com/en/compon...0-software
On linux, reports show the BG (v31.04) fixed the issues of the B version. Ex.:
https://www.cnx-software.com/2022...in-ubuntu/
Just figure out a way to strain-relief the connector- velcro-strap the body to an adjacent cable, or better yet, create a tension that presses the connector to the USB-C port.
otw, working well on Windows 10. I loaded the latest driver, 10059_20_07272023_08042023 (10.59.20.420), which can be downloaded from Ugreen or Realtek's sites.
Edit: Added actual driver version number.
Edit 2: Another way to get solid USB-C retention is to use stubby extension adapter or cable that has quality connectors. Ex.:
https://www.amazon.com/Degree-Fem...B0B77CJD7
Permanently attach the adapter - with tension - on the 2.5G dongle side, using a band that wont degrade like rubber:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mini+r...s+
Motor-heads can use Viton O-rings for overkill.
YMMV with USB adapters/extenders/cables - only time (and a couple of earthquakes) will tell if connector intermittency is fixed ... or aggravated by 2x.
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what do you recommend?
Does ANYTHING happen?
First, that enclosure has 0 drives installed.
Second, you haven't configured the IP addresses on both ends of the connection.
what do you recommend?
First, that enclosure has 0 drives installed.
Second, you haven't configured the IP addresses on both ends of the connection.
Anyone test these for packet loss?
so far so good
This site seems block al weblink
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