Will this work to connect an external USB hard drive to a router which doesn't have a USB port?

If you want to connect your hard drive directly to a router, you need something called NAS (Network Attached Storage), it's some specialized hard drive and costs more. Otherwise, you'll have to connect the USB drive to a computer.

does this adapter support PXE boot

We use the USB31000SPTB to PXE boot with surface pro 3 machines all the time. There is a strong chance this will work also.

It comes with drivers for Windows and Macintosh, not Android. The chipset is the ASIX AX88179. They list a Linux driver for Android 1.x/2.x/3.x/4.x, Linux kernel 2.6.14 and later. But I have no idea how to install that driver on a Chromebook. Hope that helps.

will this product work as a 2nd network connection with a pc that already has a working nic card

yes it can. but be aware this product tends to fail. i bought one from newegg and one from amazon and both stopped working after 1 month. the usb still worked but it seemed the mic card inside both failed.

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USB Type C to Ethernet

Product ID: 25468564

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Brand
StarTech.com
Color
Black
Compatible Devices
Desktop
Compatible Operating System Family
ChromeOS Linux
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet USB
Data Transfer Rate
5000 Megabits

⚡5 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 speed

🌐Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps

💼Plug & play, multi-OS compatible

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Description

🌟 Stay wired, stay winning — the ultimate gigabit adapter for pros on the move!

SLEEK ON THE GO DESIGN - Compact, lightweight, and USB bus-powered—your perfect travel companion for secure, high-speed wired connections anywhere.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Effortlessly connect across Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and even iOS/Android—no drivers needed, just plug and go.
ADVANCED NETWORK FEATURES - Supports 9K Jumbo Frames, VLAN tagging, and Wake-on-LAN to keep your network efficient, secure, and always ready.
BLAZING FAST CONNECTIVITY - Experience ultra-reliable 5 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 throughput for seamless data transfer and lag-free networking.
GIGABIT ETHERNET POWERHOUSE - Unlock true wired speed with 10/100/1000 Mbps support, perfect for professional-grade streaming, conferencing, and large file transfers.

The StarTech USB-C Gigabit Ethernet Adapter delivers reliable, high-speed wired networking with up to 1 Gbps on 10/100/1000 Mbps networks. Featuring a Realtek RTL8153 chipset, USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, and broad OS compatibility including Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, and mobile platforms, it offers plug-and-play convenience without driver installs. Its compact, bus-powered design ensures portability and ease of use, while advanced features like Jumbo Frames and VLAN tagging make it ideal for professional environments demanding stable, fast connections.

Specifications

ASIN	B0109IY8PA
Best Sellers Rank	#41 in USB Computer Network Adapters
Brand	StarTech.com
Built-In Media	Gigabit Ethernet Card
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Compatible Operating System Family	ChromeOS, Linux, MacOS, Windows
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 438 Reviews
Data Link Protocol	Ethernet , Gigabit Ethernet , USB
Data Transfer Rate	5000 megabits_per_second
External Testing Certification	CE, FCC
Global Trade Identification Number	00065030862639
Hardware Interface	Ethernet
Item Dimensions L x W x H	8.3"L x 1"W x 0.6"H
Item Highlight	Thunderbolt 3/4 Compatible, 10/100/1000 Mbps, USB Bus Powered, Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS
Item Type Name	Gigabit Ethernet Card
Item Weight	0.02 kg
Manufacturer	StarTech.com
Mfr Part Number	US1GC30B
Minimum Required Operating System Version	Windows 7
Model Number	US1GC30B
Number of Items	1
Product Dimensions	8.3"L x 1"W x 0.6"H
UPC	065030862639
Unit Count	1 count
Warranty Description	2 Years

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