Tripp Lite's U236-000-R USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter allows your computer to instantly connect to a 10/100Mbps network through a USB port - no need to open up your computer case to add an internal Ethernet card. It's also an ideal USB-to-LAN alternative for a gaming console that needs network access in an environment lacking wireless capability. The adapter's compliance with USB 2.0 (480Mbps) ensures true 10/100 Mbps network speed without any compromise. Furthermore the adapter is compact and is USB bus-powered; requires no external power adapter. Key Features Compliant with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 specifications Compliant with IEEE 802.3 (10Base-T) and 802.3u (100Base-TX) standards Supports both full-duplex and half-duplex operations Supports suspend mode and remote wakeup via link-up and magic packet Powered by USB port - no external power adapter required Equipped with diagnostic LEDs Plug & Play installation System Requirements IBM compatible Pentium-233MHz or faster PC or Mac 64 MB RAM or more One available USB port Windows 2000 XP Vista Windows 7; Mac OS X 10.x Package Includes USB 2.0 to 10/100 Ethernet Adapter CD ( Driver & User Manual ) Quick Install Guide