The Starlink Ethernet Adapter is an accessory from Starlink that adds an Ethernet port to your system. It’s a small device that plugs into the router. The Wifi router that is included with the Standard hardware kits does not have an Ethernet port. So if you would like to connect devices to the internet using a hardwire Ethernet connection instead of Wifi, you will need the Starlink Ethernet Adapter.
In this guide, I will walk you through the very simple steps of installing and setting up the Ethernet Adapter. I’ll also give you my review, including my initial impressions and a long term report of how it’s been working out since I bought it. Finally, I’ll answer a couple of important questions about compatibility and how to go about purchasing one for yourself.
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Setup and Installation
Installing the Starlink Ethernet Adapter is very simple, and there is virtually no setup required. You don’t need any tools or IT skills, just follow these steps:
Step 1 – Unplug the Starlink router AC power cord from the wall. You will want the dish and router turned off while we reconfigure the cables.
Step 2 – Unplug the Starlink antenna cable from the bottom of the router.
Step 3 – Plug the Starlink Ethernet Adapter into the router, where the Starlink antenna cable was.
Step 4 – Plug the Starlink antenna cable into the connector on the Starlink Ethernet Adapter.
Step 5 – You can now power everything back on by plugging in the router AC power cord at the wall.
Give the Starlink system several minutes to boot up and connect to satellites. You can monitor the status of the system from the Starlink App. Once the app indicates that Starlink is Online, you are all set! There is no additional setup required. Your Wifi will continue to work as normal, but now you can connect devices via Ethernet for internet access.
Review
I was an early beta tester for Starlink, when they were still selling the round dish. The round dish router has an Ethernet port built in, so I was confused by the decision to remove the Ethernet port for the next generation hardware that is being sold today to customers. My guess is that Starlink believes most people don’t use the Ethernet port. They are probably right. These days, everything connects via Wifi, from our TV’s, to our computers, to our cell phones. Most people won’t need an Ethernet port, so Starlink eliminated it on the router to lower manufacturing costs. And if your situation requires a hardwire connection, the adapter is just an extra $25 from the Starlink shop.
What else can I say, there really isn’t much to this device. It’s small and simple to install. It just sits between the router and the dish, and gives you one Ethernet port. It’s made of a nice looking plastic that matches the other Starlink hardware. It’s profile allows it to easily hang behind a desk or cabinet. If you’re like me, you will install it, shove it behind your desk, and forget it even exists. That’s a good thing in my book.
Long term, it’s worked as expected. I haven’t had a single issue with it, and I’ve mostly forgotten about it because it just does it’s job. I have my main PC plugged into it so that I don’t have to do any gaming or video conferencing over Wifi. Connecting via Ethernet has certainly proved to be faster and more reliable than Wifi. Is it worth it? Yes, and you don’t have much choice if you want an Ethernet port to plug devices in, or to use an aftermarket router with Starlink.
Where Can I Buy It?
The Starlink Ethernet Adapter can only be purchased at the official Starlink.com Shop. You need to have a Starlink account and be logged in to access the page. It costs $25.
Compatibility
The Starlink Ethernet Adapter is compatible with the following dish/antenna versions:
- Standard
- High Performance
- Flat High Performance
You don’t need the adapter if you have the original round dish. The router for the round dish has a built in Ethernet port.
Although the Ethernet Adapter is compatible with the Flat High Performance and High Performance kits, it isn’t necessary. Those kits include a cable that will connect the dish directly to a 3rd party router, switch, or any other network equipment with an RJ45 connector.
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Is there a place where I can buy this product at least 100 pieces?
No, Starlink isn’t currently supporting resellers for accessories. Customers should buy direct from Starlink to avoid 3rd party profit markups.
Was kann ich tun wenn Ich ein ethernet kabel 20 m am ethernet adapter einstecke hanbe ich kein internet vom starlink rauter mehr. Wenn Ich Das kabel wieder entferne geht es wieder. Danke fuer nachricht
(google translate)
Ich würde ein Ticket bei Starlink erstellen. Meine Vermutung wäre ein defekter Ethernet-Adapter. Du verlierst auch das WLAN?
What if I don’t want wifi? I have the Starlink connected to a router and everything hooked up to ethernet. If I bypass the Starlink router, do I have to set up the other router somehow?
Yes, if you put the router in bypass mode, it disables the routing functions like DHCP. So if you don’t want Wifi at all, an aftermarket router where you can just turn off Wifi would be recommended. Otherwise, with the Starlink router, you can just not use it and use the Ethernet Adapter connection to your devices instead.
Does the Starlink ethernet adapter support POE?
No, it does not provide any power via PoE.
I already have BNC and Ethernet cables run when the house was built.
Does Starlink offer an adapter for the dish also. I really do not want to drill another hole into my house.
BNC/coaxial cables are not compatible with the Starlink system. The Starlink cable will have to be routed into the house. But you can take advantage of your existing Ethernet wiring with the Starlink Ethernet Adapter.
Hello, How many “ethernet adapters” can I buy to my house at one time.
I think they limit 3 per checkout in the online shop.
Can I use my Ethernet adapter to cone t my Starlink mesh to my router, if I have the adapter for both of them?
No, the Starlink mesh nodes don’t support Ethernet backhaul. Only wireless connections to each other.
Hi Noah,
What do you refer to by the “original round dish”?
Also, is it possible for me to connect to a switch serving a LAN of 10 computers and 5 printers?
Hi I have 2 cabins and a main house. I want to install 2 TPLINK AC1200 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi System. Have only owned the Dish for a week. Unfortuantely the cabin is only receiving 1-2 bars and is located 20 mtres away from the router. Hoping an extender will help to pull the Wifi over. Is the Mesh system going to be compantible with the Starlink Satellite Ethernet Adapter?
I am interested to hear this answer also Joe – I loose all coverage around 10 metres – still waiting for my adapter to come in the mail – guess when it arrives, we shall see hopefully next week if you dont get a response, as I have the tp link mesh here already.
Yes any aftermarket extender or mesh system will plug into the Ethernet Adapter. The Starlink Mesh System is not compatible with the Ethernet Adapter and is wireless only. For home to cabin, you might look into wireless Ethernet solutions from companies like Ubiquiti. Essentially, you just wirelessly beam a signal from one building to another. Works great at longer distances where traditional Wifi won’t reach.
Good article on the physical connection. Nothing on the layer 2 or 3. Is there a settings page? Is ipv4 dhcp enabled? What is the default ip address? Is the wireless default gateway 192.168.1.1 visible from the ethernet side? Can you configure dns settings?
The Ethernet Adapter is just adding a LAN connection to the router. There are no network settings associated with it. Everything happens on the Starlink router. Custom DNS and other settings can be configured from the advanced network settings in the app, although the amount of customization is minimal with the default Starlink router. You’ll need to replace it with an aftermarket router for advanced functionality.
https://www.starlinkhardware.com/how-to-access-the-starlink-router-settings/
This should be included for free. The fact they don’t include a Ethernet connection is fucking unbelievable.
The High Performance kit comes with an Ethernet cable, but the instructions don’t say anything about how to use it. I thought maybe it’s to bypass the router and use the dish on a wired basis FROM The Power Adapter, but it did not work. Do you have any idea how to use the cable?
It’s to be able to use your own router without needing the Ethernet Adapter. You can plug it directly into a 3rd party router.
Please report the type of ethernet supported. Is it only 1 GB, cat 6, cable? Does it support 10 GB, cat 7 cable?
1 Gbps max transfer speed on the Ethernet Adapter.
What if I want to hard wire more than one device? I have just purchased this extra device but it only has one node? I need to hardwire 3 TV’s. What is the solution please?
I would recommend purchasing an unmanaged switch. This switch will act as a hub, where you can connect all the devices to. There would be a connection from the Ethernet Adapter to this switch, and anything else plugged into the switch will be on the same network.
We have now a Starlink rectangle dish and have the ethernet adapter, we also have tmobile internet through 4g mast.
When i plug the starlink in bypass mode and put him in our Linksys ea9500 router the internet is not getting through.
It is very slow and some of our computers(3) do not have internet at all.
We are living in the netherlands.
We want to use the ethernet so that we can use our synology server, the rest can be on wifi (printers etc).
Make sure the Ethernet cable from the Starlink Ethernet Adapter to your router is connected to the “Internet” port on the Linksys router. Try a factory reset of the router, and then go through the install wizard on the router admin page to make sure all the connection settings are good. It could be a faulty Ethernet Adapter, too. You can rule this out by plugging a PC or other device directly into the Ethernet Adapter and running internet and speed tests to ensure you are getting a good connection. If you have good speeds and internet connectivity directly at the Ethernet Adapter, it’s a Linksys router issue.
Worked thank you
Can I hardwire an router in an outbuilding to an Ethernet adapter and still use the Starlink router in the main building
If you want to hardwire access points into multiple buildings, it’s best to buy aftermarket routers and access points, as Starlink routers don’t support Ethernet backhaul. So you would need the Starlink Ethernet Adapter plugged into the your main router, and then you could connect additional access points via Ethernet so that they would all be on the same network.
I need 3 ethernet ports – I have 2 security camera system dvrs that I can view over internet at any time if they are connected by ethernet (they are older so they are not wifi) and a device that connects my home alarm system to ethernet – it is older too so no wifi. (Again all older items but they work fine) I got starlink back in October 22 (this is the new version with the rectangular dish) and was shocked that the router did not have any ethernet ports. I bought the adaptor above and plugged everything in. It worked flawlessly for about 3 months, it stopped 1/13/23 in case something changed firmware wise on that date. Now the only way I can get any internet is from the star link router and if I disconnect any wired switch and a TP link mesh router that was working fine before. I am not a tech person by any means but I can wire and plug things in, My intial installation was (Star link router (operating as a wifi spot with an SSID and password which worked) to ethernet adaptor connected to a TP Link Deco mesh router with 2 additional nodes. The intial TP link node was plugged to a wired ethernet switch – which in turn went to my 2 dvrs by wire and my home alarm system. The TP Link was working as a wifi spot also with its own SSID and password that worked. This all worked flawlessly until 1/13/2023. I have done some research and in appears the starlink system does not like a “Double NAT” which seems is what I have. I followed the instructions to use the bypass mode on the star link router. This did disable the wifi SSID on the star link router but I never could get any internet through the TP Link router. I did the manual reset of the star link router to turn off the bypass mode and now have internet through it as long as nothing is connected to the adapter ethernet port. I will add that I had found that some had problems with the adaptor so I bought another one. I installed it I believe on the 1/23/23 and it worked flawlessly until 1/27/23. I put the dates in again if there were some firmware changes. Is it possible that I have 2 bad adaptors? This shouldn’t be this difficult. Any insight would be appreciated.
If you can get internet directly from the Starlink Ethernet router (PC connected directly to it, not the TP link hardware) then I would say the problem is with the TP Link equipment. It’s possible to have two bad Ethernet Adapters, but unlikely. It’s more likely that the Starlink router is bad/intermittent.
Did you find a solution/resolution to this? I’m experiencing the same issue; only difference is my took place in February.
The router for the internet connection is inside the dish if I read it correctly. so is the dish and ethernetconnecor working even without the wifi-router? That would be very nice because i want to plug into my router’s wan-port.
The modem is inside the dish itself, as is the power supply for the dish. The Starlink router is required, although it can be set to bypass mode in the software if you want to use your own router. Setting it to bypass mode turns off the Wifi, routing, DNS, and DHCP functions and allows your own router to handle that via the Ethernet Adapter connection.
I’m confused by this. Where does this adapter sit? Is there a network diagram for what StarLink provides? I would need to place StarLink antenna on a pole and I need it to be a microwave modem, that it..
The adapter will be near the router. The adapter plugs directly into the router and the cord isn’t very long. So wherever you put the Starlink router/power supply is where the Ethernet Adapter will be. I misspoke in my previous comment, I meant to say that the dish is the modem, and the router is the router and power supply.
Starling router’s WiFi is not very good and when testing the speed, while in the same room it screams that the WiFi connection is not good and shows that the speed of the router itself is significantly higher. And if the router is in the next room, there will be no normal connection at all. Another important thing is that the antenna is outside and you can often make the input in the house not where you need it, in such cases you can only get to the required room through a cable, so I think an Ethernet port router is necessary.