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UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter | 1000Mbps Throughput | Aluminium Housing | Link and Activity LEDs | Space Grey
Full fibre speed for big file transfers, NAS backups and 4K streaming from a slim metal body.
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Mascom International stocks the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter at KSh 2,200, brand new and sealed, in space grey. The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter adds a 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 network port to any laptop or desktop with a USB-A socket. Its USB 3.0 link carries data fast enough for a full gigabit line, and it falls back to USB 2.0 ports on older machines. The case is a single piece of aluminium with an anti-fingerprint finish. Collect yours from our store in Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or have it delivered to your door.
Designed for developers, content creators, video editors and IT technicians, the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter handles the jobs where Wi-Fi slows you down. Copying a folder of raw footage to an office server in Westlands, pulling a large software update, or backing up client files to a NAS all take far longer over a crowded wireless channel. With the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter plugged in, your laptop talks to the router through a cable at up to 1,000Mbps, which suits the faster Safaricom and Zuku fibre packages sold in Nairobi homes and offices.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell plastic no-name adapters capped at 100Mbps, Mascom International carries the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter with a 6-month warranty and staff who will test it on your machine. Buyers throughout Kenya report steadier video calls and much quicker transfers once they move their main workstation onto a cable. On a budget plan of 100Mbps or less, the UGREEN CR110 does the job for KSh 1,400. Visit us on Kimathi Street to try the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives.
Common Questions About the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
How much is the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter in Kenya?
The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter sells for KSh 2,200, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. The price covers a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects and pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya, same day within Nairobi. No separate power supply is needed, since the adapter runs from the USB port. The slower UGREEN CR110 USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter costs KSh 1,400, so stepping up to gigabit speed adds KSh 800.
Is the UGREEN CM209 worth the extra KSh 800 over the UGREEN CR110 at KSh 1,400?
The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is worth the extra KSh 800 if your network or internet plan runs faster than 100Mbps. It reaches 1,000Mbps over USB 3.0 and comes in an aluminium case. The UGREEN CR110 tops out at 100Mbps over USB 2.0 and uses a lighter plastic body. For email, browsing and video meetings on a basic plan, the CR110 is enough. For gigabit fibre, office servers or heavy file sharing, the CM209 is the right pick.
Can the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter handle daily commuting and dusty Kenyan conditions?
Yes, the aluminium unibody of the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is built to cope with life in a laptop bag. The metal shell resists knocks better than a thin plastic casing, and its anti-corrosion finish helps in humid coastal towns such as Mombasa and Malindi. On dusty days along a matatu route, slip it into a zipped pocket so grit stays out of the RJ45 socket. It weighs about 60 grams, so carrying it every day adds almost nothing.
Do I need a USB 3.0 port to get full gigabit speed from the UGREEN CM209?
Yes, the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter needs a USB 3.0 port to reach its full 1,000Mbps network speed. USB 3.0 ports are usually blue inside or marked with an SS logo. The adapter still works in an older USB 2.0 port, but the slower bus then limits real-world speed well below gigabit. If your laptop has both kinds of port, use the USB 3.0 one. Our staff at Mascom International can point out the right port on your machine.
Will the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter work on a MacBook or Chromebook?
The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter works on Chromebooks and on Macs that have a USB-A port. UGREEN lists macOS 10.6 through 10.12 as supported, with an extra setup step on macOS 10.13, so owners of newer Macs should test it in store first. MacBooks with only USB-C ports need a USB-C to USB-A converter. Chrome OS and Linux kernels 2.6 and 3.x are supported. Windows support runs from XP up to Windows 11.
Does the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter work with Android phones or tablets?
No, UGREEN states that the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter does not support Android or Windows RT devices. It is meant for laptops and desktop computers running Windows, macOS, Linux or Chrome OS. If you want a wired line for a phone or tablet, ask our team for an adapter made for that purpose. For a TV box or smart TV, use the built-in LAN port on the device itself, since most of those already have one.
Who should buy the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter, and who should skip it?
Buy the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter if you pay for fast fibre, move large files across an office network, or work from a slim laptop without a LAN port. Developers, editors, architects and IT support staff gain the most from it. Skip it if your plan is 100Mbps or slower and you only browse and attend meetings; the UGREEN CR110 USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter covers that for KSh 1,400. Skip it too if you need a wired line for an Android device.
Does the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter help save laptop battery?
Yes, the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter supports IEEE 802.3az, known as Energy Efficient Ethernet. This standard lowers the adapter's power use when the network line is idle, which eases the drain on your laptop battery. That helps during a KPLC power cut, when you are working off battery while the router runs on a small UPS. The adapter also needs no wall socket of its own, so it never adds another plug to a crowded extension.
Technical Specifications
Core Network Function
- Gigabit Ethernet at 10/100/1000Mbps — matches fast fibre plans and office networks, so large files move without waiting on Wi-Fi.
- USB 3.0 interface — gives the adapter enough bandwidth to carry a full gigabit line between laptop and router.
- IEEE 802.3, 802.3u and 802.3ab support — connects to standard routers, switches and wall sockets at all three Ethernet speeds.
- IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet — trims power use when the line is idle, helping a laptop battery last longer.
- Link and Activity LED lights — show whether the cable is live and data is flowing, which makes faults easy to spot.
Compatibility
- Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista and XP — covers office desktops and laptops from older to current machines.
- macOS 10.6 to 10.12 listed by UGREEN, with an extra setup step on 10.13 — test newer Macs in store before buying.
- Linux kernel 2.6 and 3.x plus Chrome OS — suits developers, small servers and Chromebooks used in schools and offices.
- Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports — still connects on older computers, though speed drops below gigabit there.
- Not supported on Android or Windows RT — choose it for computers, not for phones, tablets or TV boxes.
Build and Design
- Aluminium unibody case — a single metal shell that takes knocks in a laptop bag better than thin plastic housings.
- Anti-fingerprint and anti-corrosion finish — stays clean in daily handling and stands up to humid coastal air.
- Short attached cable of about 10cm — keeps the adapter clear of neighbouring ports so it does not block a mouse or flash drive.
- Weight of about 60 grams — light enough to stay in a bag every day without anyone noticing it.
- Space grey colour — blends with most silver and grey laptops, from business notebooks to MacBooks.
Power and Inclusions
- Powered by the USB port — no external adapter or wall socket needed, which suits hot-desking and travel.
- One UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter — supplied in sealed UGREEN retail packaging.
- Network cable not included — use the patch cable from your router or any standard RJ45 cable you already have.
- Plug and play on most current systems — older Windows versions may need UGREEN's free driver from its website.
- 6-month Mascom International warranty — covers manufacturing defects, with claims handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Package Contents
The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter ships brand new and sealed in UGREEN retail packaging, with the adapter and its attached USB 3.0 lead inside. There is no network cable in the box, so plan to use the one from your router or pick one up when you collect the adapter. No power brick is required, because it runs from the computer's USB port. If your Windows version needs a driver, our staff will help you install it before you leave the store.
Warranty
The UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter carries a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Should it stop linking or develop a fault within that time, bring it and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street.
Buying the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter from Mascom International
You will find the UGREEN CM209 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your laptop and a cable, and we will connect it to a live line so you see the gigabit link before paying. It comes in space grey.
Get in touch to confirm stock or place an order:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. Customers in Nairobi and its environs receive their order the same day, while offices in Kisumu, Thika, Nyeri and Machakos get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your adapter is covered by the 6-month warranty described above. We stand behind honest specifications, fair and accurate pricing, and after-sales help you can reach in person.
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