Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Product Diagram 3. General Use Warnings 4. Using the Connect 10G - Using the Connect 10G on macOS - Using the Connect 10G for Windows - LED Indicators - Compatible Cables - Standard Twisted Pair Cable Speed - Tech Specs 5.
1. Introduction CalDigit’s high-performance Thunderbolt 3 10GbE Adapter brings next-level 10GbE to Thunderbolt 3 enabled Mac and Windows laptops. For users looking to connect their latest Thunderbolt 3 computers to a server or Local Area Network, the Connect 10G not only brings performance up to 10Gb/s, it also connects over...
3. General Use Warnings • Please read the Thunderbolt 3 Connect 10G manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the product before use. • Avoid using the Thunderbolt 3 Connect 10G in extremely hot and cold environments. A safe temperature range is between 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C). •...
4. Using the Connect 10G Using the Connect 10G on macOS Connect the supplied Thunderbolt 3 Cable to the Thunderbolt 3 port on your Connect 10G and then connect it to the Thunderbolt 3 port on your Thunderbolt 3 enabled computer. Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 Ethernet port on the back of the Connect 10G.
Using the Connect 10G for Windows Download and install the CalDigit 10G Windows Driver from CalDigit.com/ support Connect the supplied Thunderbolt 3 Cable to the Thunderbolt 3 port on your Connect 10G and then connect it to the Thunderbolt 3 port on your Thunderbolt 3 enabled computer.
Indicators The lights on the 10GbE port allow you to access vital information about the status of your Connect 10G. Speed LED Link / ACT LED Speed LED Link / ACT LED Green Blinking Green Blinking Green 5G /2.5G / 1G / 100M Yellow Green No Traffic...
Compatible Cables Thunderbolt Only use certified 40Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 cables with the Connect 10G. USB-C 10Gb/s cables are not compatible. Ethernet The following Ethernet cables are compatible with the Connect 10G. Connect 10G Compatibility Max. Transmission Speed Cat 3 10Mbps 100Mbps Cat 5 1Gbps...
Tech Specs Interface • 1 x Thunderbolt™ 3 • 1x RJ45 10GbE NBASE-T • 10GBASE-T/5GBASE-T/2.5GBASE-T/ 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX LED Indicators • Dual color Speed LED • Single color Link/Act LED Power Supply • Bus-powered Power Consumption • 7.7W at 10Gbps, 5.3W Idle System Requirements •...
5. Technical Support & Warranty Information Technical Support If you run into any issues while using your Connect 10G please contact CalDigit Technical Support. • Email: support@caldigit.com • Phone: (714) 572-6668 • Website: https://www.CalDigit.com/Support When contacting CalDigit Technical Support, make sure to be at your computer and have the following information available: 1.