TP-Link UE306 USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Network Adapter — Foldable | Plug & Play | Nintendo Switch Compatible

The TP-Link UE306 is built for laptop and ultrabook users, Nintendo Switch gamers, home office workers, students, and everyday PC users who need a reliable wired Gigabit Ethernet connection on any USB 3.0-equipped device without a built-in LAN port. It is well-suited for home office video conferencing requiring stable low-latency internet, Nintendo Switch online gaming and firmware downloads via wired connection, corporate VPN connections, large file transfers, and any environment where wireless signal strength or stability is insufficient.

The UE306 delivers full Gigabit Ethernet connectivity at 10/100/1000 Mbps via a USB 3.0 interface, providing significantly faster and more stable wired internet than Wi-Fi for bandwidth-intensive tasks. The AX88179 chipset ensures reliable, stable driver-free performance across all supported operating systems. Plug-and-play design requires no manual driver installation on Nintendo Switch, Windows 11/10/8.1, Mac OS, and Linux OS — simply plug in and the adapter is immediately detected and active. For Windows 7/8, a driver download from TP-Link's website is required. The foldable design keeps the USB connector protected when not in use and makes the adapter exceptionally compact and travel-friendly at just 20g and 71×26×16.2mm — ideal for ultrabook and on-the-go users. The LED indicator confirms active link and network activity at a glance. Nintendo Switch compatibility enables wired network gaming for faster, lower-latency online play and faster firmware and game downloads via the Nintendo Switch dock.

Model: UE306
Input Interface: 1× USB 3.0
Output Interface: 1× 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet Port
Chipset: AX88179
Design: Foldable
Dimensions (W×D×H): 71 × 26 × 16.2mm
Weight: 20g
LED Indicator: Yes (Network Status)
Supported Systems: Nintendo Switch | Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7 | Mac OS | Linux OS
Note: Windows 7/8 requires driver download from TP-Link website
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity: 10%–90% (non-condensing)
Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

System Requirements: Compatible with any device featuring a USB 3.0 Type-A port; plug-and-play on Nintendo Switch, Windows 11/10/8.1, Mac OS, and Linux OS without driver installation; Windows 7/8 requires driver download from TP-Link's support website; standard RJ45 Ethernet cable required (not included); for maximum Gigabit throughput, use a CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet cable and a Gigabit-capable router or switch; USB 2.0 backward compatible at reduced speeds

Setup: Plug USB 3.0 connector into any available USB-A port; adapter is automatically detected; connect RJ45 Ethernet cable to the adapter and the other end to a router, switch, or wall port; LED indicator confirms active connection; foldable design protects the USB connector during storage and travel

Mounting Options: Compact inline adapter for desktop, laptop, and Nintendo Switch dock use; foldable design for travel-friendly storage

Usage Environment: Ideal for home offices, corporate workstations, student laptops, ultrabooks without LAN ports, Nintendo Switch gaming setups, and any environment requiring fast, stable wired Gigabit Ethernet connectivity via USB 3.0