USB 2.0 A Female to RJ45 Ethernet Male 8P8C Connector Purpose This adapter enables connecting a USB ADSL modem to routers with an RJ45 socket. Note: a data switch is required for operation. How it connects One end is RJ45 male that can be inserted into the computer's RJ45 networking port. The other end is USB 2.0 female that connects to a USB port on a dialer or router. Additional use The RJ45 male to USB 2.0 female adapter can be used when the USB cable for an ADSL modem or other USB interfaces needs to connect to a USB port. Key specifications and compatibility USB version: USB 2.0 RJ45 interface: 8P8C (RJ45) male End connections: RJ45 male and USB 2.0 female Use scenarios Scenario 1: Connect a USB ADSL modem to a router that has an RJ45 socket to enable network access. Scenario 2: Bridge a USB interface or ADSL modem to a device with an RJ45 port by using the USB female end plugged into the USB port of the dialer or router. Scenario 3: Use when the USB cable from an ADSL modem or other USB devices needs to connect through an RJ45 path to a computer or network device.