I Just bought this tablet and i am wondering if anyone had some luck to get a usb to Ethernet adapter running. Quite a few worked for the prime and original transformer.
Its just i travel a lot and some many bloody hotels still have cables in the room....I am sure some people must have run in to the same issue as me here.
I have scourged through the tf101 and 201 forums earlier for this
Mine working with belkin gigabit USB 2.0 network adapter. simply plug and play . I get a notification Ethernet adapter connected ..touch it to go into settings ..switch Ethernet on...done..costs rupees 750 (US$ 17)...attached a pic of it
Known adapters working:
1. Belkin EN and Gigabit adapters
2. Apple mac air Adapter
3. D-link DUB adapter
4. Trendnet, Sabrent, monoprice, maplin electronics are other brands reported to work
others depending on your luck ....I tried an unbranded one in the shop...with Ethernet ..did not work...
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I suggest listing the chipsets for compatibility, not the brands
Citruspers said:
I suggest listing the chipsets for compatibility, not the brands
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Well I know but trust me it is difficult to search for the chipset on the box of the adapter ..it is not mentioned on it...so better and easy way to go buying an already proven brand because unlike in the US..in other countries you can't return back stuff you bought unless it is faulty. "They never claimed it works for Linux or Android or your tf300 "
Well but if it helps....ASIX AX88772A is the chipset which is said to be working ....well further you can contribute if you are aware...I am a doctor not a software guy. ...ha ha ha
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It depends on the brand, but yes, the chipset is generally not mentioned on the box
Still, a compromise: list the chipset, and the brand/type that make use of it?
Still, every adapter compatible with ICS should work with the TF, as drivers are generally a kernel thing.
Thanx Once Again
This is very good news indeed. Now i just have to find any of these in Germany
dont really want to get the apple one.....
This one supposedly has the ASIX chipset and is supposed to work with Android:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/usb-2-0-10-100mbps-rj45-lan-ethernet-network-adapter-dongle-34691
XDA forum post about transformer compatibility: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1224660
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I'm hoping for a tablet that I can both use wifi, but also plug into an ethernet cable every so often. I've seen some cheap tables from china with a rj45 plug, but I can't tell if they have drivers (and I haven't seen one with android 2.2+ which I also need for my project). I would also like the tablet to have been rooted. I'm hoping for a pre $300 range.
Also, are there any usb -> ethernet/rj45 adapters out there with android drivers?
Thanks!
Well out of the box the viewsonic Gtab doesnt have ethernet but you can get a dock for it that has it. Good luck
For some reason, I find it strange that someone would want a tablet with ethernet. I'm not sure why, but it's just an odd request to me.
Nothing to really add otherwise, but good luck in your search.
its supported by tegra chipset , a number of docks should have it ...
that said u might be better off with some plug n play mini AP that u can carry around if ya kno ur gonna need it
Here is pad with ethernet and Android 2.2.
http://buyadroid.blogspot.com/2011/03/hype-pad2.html
The site is run by a member of the slatedroid forums, there is a small business section there for his shop. Alot of members of that site have bought from there.
http://www.aliexpress.com/product-g...3G-Camera-HDMI-1GMHz-DDR-512-wholesalers.html
basically same thing but cheaper.... id def buy this one if i needed one , str8 bargain
same with but no adapter needed for rj45 , but , only 256mb ram
http://www.keyboard-for-ipad.com/ap...-p-4064.html?zenid=r24f54sk4a62q5ausfqcd47no0
Sometimes wireless just isn't reliable or fast enough, having an RJ45 connection there, even if it's an adapter, would be nice!
We got a 10 inch Android Zenthink ePad to play with. It has an ethernet adapter, which works well.
The device itself is not very high quality, but it is fantastic value for money.
There are lots of reports of the adaptor socket coming adrift from the main board, so if you get one, be gentle with it.
It's 2011! Get with the time, pops!
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Well out of the box the viewsonic Gtab doesnt have ethernet but you can get a dock for it that has it. Good luck
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I'll second the gTab, and add that it2steve is reviewing a USB->Ethernet adapter for it soon: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=984991
lude219 said:
It's 2011! Get with the time, pops!
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Try managing a cisco router/switch without ethernet. I want a tablet with ethernet for that very reason. I'd replace my netbook with a tablet if I could do that.
Also last time I was in germany the hotel used a T-mo access point to provide internet so that requires a login. I used my netbook to login, shared the connection to ethernet, crossover to a cheap wifi AP and bam! internet for my main laptop, girl's laptop, wii, etc...
I wonder if a USB ethernet adaptor could work on Android?
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For some reason, I find it strange that someone would want a tablet with ethernet. I'm not sure why, but it's just an odd request to me.
Nothing to really add otherwise, but good luck in your search.
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Not everyone has wireless. Most of my clients do not have wireless because of security reasons but I still need to access their network and ethernet is usually the only choice.
I've been pretty anti-tablet since they started releasing them (I have my Desire HD...why would I want a tablet?????) but after seeing the Asus Transformer I've started to change my mind......partly due to the keyboard/battery dock but mainly because I'm in the US for a while so purchasing one now would mean big savings!!
My question is what problems (if any) would I encounter if I tried using one bought from the US in the UK? What is the charger like (does it have a transformer like laptop chargers which allows variable input voltages)?
Also, if I purchased the dock from the UK would it still work or am I limited to one bought from the US?
So do I assume it should be fine?
The Transformer itself charges via a USB connector, so it should work fine in any country. You'll need a UK-mains to USB3.0 adapter to replace the one that comes with the US Transformer if you want to charge it directly while "undocked" from the PC, but USB is USB everywhere, so the part of the cable that connects to the Transformer should still work fine in the UK.
I have no idea if the docks are region specific, but I'd bet they aren't just because it doesn't make much sense for them to bother going out of their way to make them that way.
i think i would be more concerned about warranty, rumours has it that us transformer is only protected by local warranty, not international warranty
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i think i would be more concerned about warranty, rumours has it that us transformer is only protected by local warranty, not international warranty
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Hmmm good point!
Did a little searching and came across an xda page here asking the same question and it seems it does come with global warranty, but in Europe I think you have to find a local reseller for any claims rather than online.
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I've been pretty anti-tablet since they started releasing them (I have my Desire HD...why would I want a tablet?????) but after seeing the Asus Transformer I've started to change my mind......partly due to the keyboard/battery dock but mainly because I'm in the US for a while so purchasing one now would mean big savings!!
My question is what problems (if any) would I encounter if I tried using one bought from the US in the UK? What is the charger like (does it have a transformer like laptop chargers which allows variable input voltages)?
Also, if I purchased the dock from the UK would it still work or am I limited to one bought from the US?
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Ive read elsewhere that the hardware itself is universal, but you may need to continue using the US updates instead of the UK updates (unless you root and install cwm, but that's a different story). But anyways, the keyboard would work from anywhere.
The plug it comes with accepts 240 volts, so you would just need the us/uk plug style adapter (couple bucks i think?). You wouldnt need a voltage adapter though.
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The Transformer itself charges via a USB connector, so it should work fine in any country. You'll need a UK-mains to USB3.0 adapter to replace the one that comes with the US Transformer if you want to charge it directly while "undocked" from the PC, but USB is USB everywhere, so the part of the cable that connects to the Transformer should still work fine in the UK.
I have no idea if the docks are region specific, but I'd bet they aren't just because it doesn't make much sense for them to bother going out of their way to make them that way.
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It needs 15V to charge I believe. It uses a USB receptacle, but won't charge unless it gets 15V. I plugged in my transformer to my USB 3.0 port and it did not show a battery charging icon. The adapter outputs between 5v and 15v.
To answer the OP's question, the adapter accepts an input voltage of up to 240v, so all you need is a US plug -> UK plug adapter
I have tried 2 different USB extension leads to try and get a longer charging lead, but neither work. Does anyone have one that does work that can be sourced in the UK The one that comes with it is pretty mean
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I have tried 2 different USB extension leads to try and get a longer charging lead, but neither work. Does anyone have one that does work that can be sourced in the UK The one that comes with it is pretty mean
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You need usb 3.0. There is a thread in the accessories forum that specify known working cables.
Been discussed a TON over in the accessories forum. A USB 3.0 extension cable works fine. I have one here and at the office.
Don't buy from eBay as sellers are misrepresenting what they really have. Get from amazon for cheap.
EEE Pad Transformer sent this
Hi all,
Looking To Buy Asus Transformer Infinity TF700 without keyboard, i have few questions.
How can i connect usb disk (or usb memory key) on TF700 ?
Using "usb female to usb female adaptor" can work for connecting usb drive on Usb dock cable of TF700 (without dock) ?
Thanks.
There's this asus thing on amazon for some money that converts the bottom proprietary port into a USB port. From there you could (possibly) attach a USB hub or whatever for your needs.
I got b& at /g/ for sh!tposting ;_;
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There's this asus thing on amazon for some money that converts the bottom proprietary port into a USB port. From there you could (possibly) attach a USB hub or whatever for your needs.
I got b& at /g/ for sh!tposting ;_;
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that's right, it's called an usb kit but i'm not sure if it works for the tf700 since it says "ASUS USB Kit for Eee Pad Transformer TF101, TF101G, TF201 & TF300 Tablets"
You can get the USB adapter for like $30 (works on the 700), or you can go to best buy and get the tf201 dock (that works perfectly on the 700) for $99. IMHO, the dock is the way to go...
Currently, I have both the TF201 dock (best buy $99) and an Asus USB kit (amazon $17) and am glad to have both. The USB kit works but seems to easily come loose, which is horrible for hard drives.
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You could also buy a micro sd card and plug that into a cheap $3 usb adapter. eg: http://www.dealextreme.com/c/card-readers-300
Thats how I've been loading up my micro sd cards with ebooks and movies.
I asked earlier on the forum about pluging in my usb external 2tb drive to the tablet 40 pin via a usb adapter but was told that might be a no go due to lack of android drivers. Has anyone attempted it? I'd be curious to see if it could somehow work.
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You could also buy a micro sd card and plug that into a cheap $3 usb adapter. eg: http://www.dealextreme.com/c/card-readers-300
Thats how I've been loading up my micro sd cards with ebooks and movies.
I asked earlier on the forum about pluging in my usb external 2tb drive to the tablet 40 pin via a usb adapter but was told that might be a no go due to lack of android drivers. Has anyone attempted it? I'd be curious to see if it could somehow work.
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I just plugged a Seagate 2TB external hard drive into the USB adapter and it came up and is working. Movies play, music plays, pictures, etc.
According to you will it be possibile in a future (maybe with an hack) to connect in this female usb port an usb stick modem with sim card?
Go with the dock.
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I just plugged a Seagate 2TB external hard drive into the USB adapter and it came up and is working. Movies play, music plays, pictures, etc.
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Wicked! :good: Wait do you mean via tablet 40pin usb or do you mean usb via the dock.
Asus drives me nutz with this idiot connector deal.
It's horsepoop if you ask me.
Even them Samsing tabs with their weird plugins have connector options available locally.
Asus = nope...uh-uh...sorry...no deal my man...your stuck buying our big ole' huge massive goofy interface clunker unit thingy!
I find this irritating.
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Wicked! :good: Wait do you mean via tablet 40pin usb or do you mean usb via the dock.
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A little more testing and perhaps better wording:
The 2TB hard drive worked via the tablet's 40 pin input (the one on the bottom that you usually charge from) using the USB adapter.
The 2TB hard drive worked via the dock's USB input.
Nothing worked when I plugged the USB adapter into the dock's 40pin input.
I hope this helps. I have other external hard drives I can test. 500GB - 2TB, Western Digital, Seagate, Toshiba, a few are USB 3.0, most are USB 2.0.
FWIW, like others, I would highly recommend the dock, especially @ $99. I didn't think I needed it, felt it defeated the idea of a tablet, and had the TF Prime for months without it, but when it went up for $99 @ BB I pulled the trigger on it and I have been pretty amazed at how much I like having available. I use it all the time. It adds a lot of value to the TFs. The fact that I could upgrade to the TF700 and keep it was awesome, I'm not sure I would want a tablet that didn't have something similar going forward.
I got the Infinity without the keyboard as well. I actually already had a portable blue tooth keyboard, which is the Freedom Pro Keyboard. You can pick up on the net from $50 to $100. Amazon link
It's not going to have all the integration of the dock or anything. But I can use it on multiple devices since it has both the HID and SSP blue tooth protocols. I've used it both on my Evo 4G and the Infinity and works like a champ. It does use two AAA batteries. But in the months I've had it, I've only changed them once, and I think I left it on for about three or four days before I discovered it one time.
The thing the dock has that you may want, more battery life, USB ports, and SD card slot. In theory, would could type with it in bed or something too, although I've heard you'll want a flatter surface. It's a pretty nice looking dock and all. But I just didn't see what big benefit it would give me compared to what I had, other than battery life.
I did write on the Freedom Pro Keyboard from when I got it (Link to another forum). It gives my opinion and observations.
I tried to connect a Logitech K400 wirelesse keyboard with no success. I bought a female-female usb adapter and plugged it at my ASUS usb docking cable. The RF receiver isn't recognized and the keyboard can't be used.
WTF ASUS is forcing to use expensive accessory, e.g. dock by 150 € or usb adpter by 30€? Today I'll try the K400 at my sister-in-law's Acer A700 tablet. If it works she can have the keyboard.
Does anyone try another 3rd USB adapter acccessory with things like webcam or keyboard?
I have a little HP bluetooth keyboard that pairs to tf700t pretty well .... it messes up sometimes.
Sort of saved me from buying the dock.
Wish I had a bluetooth mouse tho...
I agree about the Asus pain in the ass 40 pin connector.
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I tried to connect a Logitech K400 wirelesse keyboard with no success. I bought a female-female usb adapter and plugged it at my ASUS usb docking cable. The RF receiver isn't recognized and the keyboard can't be used....
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I'm not that surprise this isn't working. One, the keyboard is not blue tooth, which you know. Two, you need drivers to work the unifying usb receiver. I would be surprised if Android had the drivers. Didn't you notice when you plugged into your PC, WIndows or OSX downloaded drivers to install?
To your point, no you don't have buy the ASUS keyboard dock for $150EU/US. If don't mind it not matching, from what has been explored in other threads, the Transformer Prime (TF200) dock is the same, and can be found for around $100EU/US. But since you're you were trying to use something else, there are a plenty of other blue tooth keyboards that can be used. You're looking for one with the HID protocol. Although, you can probably use the SPP, but you'll probably need to make sure you get the drivers somewhere.
I suspect you're looking for that wireless to be able to use with it. I only briefly explored it for use with my phone. You'll have to search and research. There may be something. Personally, it wasn't a must have. Since I'm right next to the tablet, I can just touch the screen just as easily. Other than a few games on OnLive, I can think of what it can do better than my finger on the tablet. Plus, I think the cost will be the same after both the keyboard and mouse/touch pad.
I guess the question for you, not so much is ASUS keyboard dock is pricey, but can you do what you plan with something else. And is the cost of whatever you get, worth the benefit derived.
Hey all
I am sure this has been discussed but I cant seem to find it. I will ask my question and if someone can direct me to the appropriate forum or answer my question I will be very great ful.
I have the asus tf300t without the pad. I am wondering if I can connect an ethernet cable to the micro hdmi slot to be able to get internet.
I am assuming I would need an ethernet to usb adapter and then a usb otg micro hdmi piece. Would this work and is there such a thing as the usb otg micro hdmi? I have only been able to find usb otg that is micro usb.
Any other suggestions?
Thank you all and keep up the great work!
You will need the USB converter. They are easy enough to find on Ebay or Amazon.
ASUS USB Kit for Eee Pad Transformer TF101, TF101G, TF201 & TF300 Tablets
http://www.amazon.com/Transformer-T...-1&keywords=asus+transformer+ethernet+adapter
The you will need a USB to ethernet adapter.
BobjGear USB to RJ45 Compact Fast Ethernet Adapter made for Android Tablets; also works with Ultrabooks, Windows, Linux, Mac, ChromeOS, MK802, UG802. BobjGear One Year Adapter Limited Warranty Included.
http://www.amazon.com/BobjGear-Ethe...d=1358406628&sr=8-13&keywords=tf300t+ethernet
Please note that these are just some of the random ones I found online and may not be the least expensive out there. Do a little shopping and you may find them for less $$.
Be cautious, not every USB>RJ45 adapter works. I bought one from some Chinese website, but it didn't work on my TF300. But I must add that I'm still on 4.0.3., so perhaps it's just a matter of getting my TF up to date.
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