asix-ax88179 ☆
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Description:
USB 3.0 to gigabit ethernet drivers for ASIX Electronics devices
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.5.0,1951@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: driver networking ethernet usb asix
Install: brew install --cask asix-ax88179
About:
This package provides the official ASIX AX88179 USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet adapter drivers for macOS. It enables network connectivity for compatible USB-based ethernet dongles, ensuring stable and high-speed data transfer. The driver is essential for users requiring wired network access on modern Apple Silicon or Intel-based Macs.
Key Features:
  • Supports USB 3.0 to Gigabit Ethernet data transfer
  • Compatible with ASIX AX88179 chipsets
  • Optimized for modern macOS versions (12+)
  • Requires system reboot for installation
Use Cases:
  • Adding wired network connectivity to Macs lacking an Ethernet port
  • Replacing or upgrading an existing network adapter with a USB 3.0 solution
Alternatives:
  • USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (Apple) – Apple's official adapter uses different chipsets and does not require third-party drivers.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 24, 2025 3:20pm 2.5.0,1951 0 VERSION_BUMP 275cab41
Aug 5, 2025 2:15pm 2.5.0,1951 0 VERSION_BUMP 8f57c1d0
Nov 27, 2023 9:42pm 2.19.0,1242 0 VERSION_BUMP 9ddff0a5
Nov 27, 2023 5:44pm 2.19.0,1242 0 VERSION_BUMP 885531c2
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