For Apple Users.
Please follow the steps below. Please note there are two sets of troubleshooting instructions. Follow Setup 1 first and test your Ethernet again. If your issues still persist, move onto Setup 2. If you have any other questions, please contact us at support@charjenrpo.com
Setup 1
1) Disconnect your Multi-Port Adapter from your computer
2) Open up your Network Preferences
3) Manually remove "USB 10/100/1000 LAN" from your Network by clicking the "-" symbol
4) Plug your Multi-Port Adapter back into your computer
5) Manually add in "USB 10/100/1000 LAN" to your Network Preferences by clicking the "+" symbol
6) After adding your Ethernet back in, please click on "Advanced" tab
7) In the "Advanced" tab, click on "Renew DHCP Lease" button
8. Click "OK" and check your Ethernet connection. "USB 10/100/1000 LAN" should be connected now.
Setup 2
1. Open up Network Preferences with your adapter and Ethernet connected
2. Click on your Ethernet connection and where it says “Configure IPv4:” use the drop-down box to select “Manually”
3. Fill out the boxes according to your IP address
4. Click on “Advanced”
5. Select the DNS tab and input your DNS info
6. Click “OK” then click “Apply”
7. Open up your internet browser and hit refresh.
If you are unable to re-add USB 10/100/1000 LAN to the list, you will need to run an SMC reset to bring back the interface.
Please remove the Type-C Hub from the MacBook and perform an SMC (system management controller) reset on the MacBook.
Step 1: Completely shut down the computer.
Step 2: Attach the MagSafe or USB-C power adapter to your computer so you have a power source.
Step 3: Press the left-side Shift (⇧), Control, and Option keys, along with the power button on your keyboard all at the same time. (for 10 seconds)
Step 4: Release all of the keyboard keys at the same time, including the power button.
Step 5: Turn your computer back on using the power button.
Reconnect the Type-C Hub to the MacBook. "USB 10/100/1000 LAN" should now appear in your list of network interfaces.