Sonnet Twin25G Thunderbolt 5 Dual Port 25Gb Ethernet Adapter (SFP28s Included)

The Sonnet Twin25G Thunderbolt 5 Dual Port 25Gb Ethernet Adapter delivers blazing-fast network connectivity for demanding professional workflows. With two SFP28 ports supporting 25 Gigabit Ethernet each, this adapter provides aggregate bandwidth up to 50Gbps, making it ideal for content creators, video editors, and IT professionals who require high-speed data transfer and low latency. The included SFP28 optical transceivers ensure immediate out-of-the-box compatibility.

Advantages

Experience unparalleled network performance with Thunderbolt 5 host interface, backward compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and 3. The fanless aluminum enclosure ensures silent operation and efficient heat dissipation. Link aggregation support (IEEE 802.3ad) allows combining both ports for increased throughput or redundancy. Jumbo frame support up to 16 KB optimizes large file transfers.

Suitable for

• Video production and post-production studios requiring high-speed NAS or direct-attached storage access
• Data-intensive scientific research and engineering environments
• Enterprise IT deployments needing high-bandwidth network connections for workstations
• Gamers and enthusiasts seeking low-latency network performance

Key specifications

• Host Interface: Thunderbolt 5 (compatible with Thunderbolt 4 and 3)
• Ethernet Ports: 2 x SFP28
• Max Data Rate per Port: 25 Gbps
• Total Aggregate Bandwidth: Up to 50 Gbps
• SFP28 Transceivers: Included (2x 25GbE optical)
• Power Source: Bus-powered via Thunderbolt
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 16 KB
• Link Aggregation: IEEE 802.3ad
• OS Compatibility: macOS (Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey), Windows (11, 10), Linux
• Wake-on-LAN: Yes
• PXE Boot: Yes
• LED Indicators: Link/Activity per port
• Enclosure: Aluminum, fanless
• Warranty: 1-Year Limited

Recommendations

For maximum performance, pair this adapter with Thunderbolt 5 equipped systems. Use high-quality SFP28 cables or fiber optic modules (included) for optimal signal integrity. Ideal for connecting to 25GbE switches or direct-attach storage.