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title: "Using USB network adapters for Livewire"
slug: "using-usb-network-adapters-for-livewire"
updated: 2024-12-17T09:27:51Z
published: 2024-12-17T09:27:51Z
canonical: "docs.telosalliance.com/using-usb-network-adapters-for-livewire"
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# Using USB network adapters for Livewire

## Scope

This document highlights USB network adapters, which have shown to work well for Livewire.

## Description

While it is always preferable to have a physically installed network card for use with Livewire, in some cases, this is not possible or practical.

> [!CAUTION]
> This information is provided without warranty or any guarantee of performance or suitability to your application. It is provided with the hope that you find it helpful should you need additional connectivity.

## Device suggestions

Always make sure you are using the latest version of your manufacturers' driver for your operating system.

[Belkin USB-C™ to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (USB Type-C™)](https://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-F2CU040/)

[Linksys USB3GIG USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter](https://www.linksys.com/us/p/P-USB3GIG/)

[StarTech USB 3.0 to Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter NIC w/ USB Port](https://www.startech.com/Networking-IO/usb-network-adapters/USB-3-to-Dual-Port-Gigabit-Ethernet-Adapter-NIC-with-USB-Port~USB32000SPT) (this one has the added benefit of offering an additional USB3 port)

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