Smays Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter for Raspberry Pi Zero
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Bottom line: The Smays Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter for Raspberry Pi Zero: Adds 10/100M wired RJ45 LAN through a single Micro USB OTG port; main trade-off: tops out at 100M, well below gigabit Ethernet speeds.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Adds 10/100M wired RJ45 LAN through a single Micro USB OTG port
- ✓ Listed as compatible with Raspberry Pi Zero W for headless wired setups
- ✓ Driverless on Windows 8.1/10, Mac OS 10.9+ and Android 4.0+
- ✓ LINK/ACT indicator light confirms cable link and network activity
- ✓ Supports older systems back to Windows XP, Linux 2.6.4 and Mac OS 10.6
Cons
- ✗ Tops out at 100M, well below gigabit Ethernet speeds
- ✗ Limited Android support; device needs an Ethernet menu in Settings
- ✗ Micro USB plug only; USB-C phones and tablets need a separate adapter
- ✗ Older Windows and Mac versions may require a driver install
Manufacturer description
The Smays Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter adds a wired RJ45 network connection to devices that only have a Micro USB port. Plug it into a Raspberry Pi Zero W, a Windows tablet, a mini PC or a TV box to get a 10/100M wired LAN connection. You can then share files, reach network printers and stream over a stable cable without adding a network card. It works with many operating systems. The adapter needs no driver on Windows 8.1 and 10 (32/64-bit), Mac OS 10.9 and later, and Android 4.0 and later. The listing also covers Windows XP, Vista and 7, Linux 2.6.4, Android 2.1 and Mac OS 10.6 and…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Ethernet adapter work with a Raspberry Pi Zero W?
Yes. The listing names the Raspberry Pi Zero W as compatible. It plugs into the Pi Zero's Micro USB OTG port and gives the board a 10/100M wired RJ45 connection. It also supports Linux 2.6.4 and later.
How do I know if my Android phone or tablet will support it?
Open Settings and look under Wireless & Networks for an Ethernet menu, even a grayed-out one. If it is there, the adapter will most likely work. Android 4.0 and later need no driver, but Android support is limited by device.
Do I need to install a driver?
Not on Windows 8.1 and 10 (32/64-bit), Mac OS 10.9 and later, or Android 4.0 and later. Older systems such as Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mac OS 10.6 are supported but may need a driver.
What network speed does it support?
It supports 10/100M wired Ethernet over a Micro USB 2.0 connection. That is enough for web browsing, streaming, SSH and sharing files and printers, but it is not a gigabit adapter.
Can I tell whether the connection is active?
Yes. The adapter has a LINK/ACT indicator light that shows when a network cable is connected and when data is moving.
Key Features
- Hardware System Requirements: Notebook / Tablet computer with one available Micro USB port; Windows XP / Vista / Win 7 8 or up, Linux 2.6.4 or up, Android 2.1 or up, and Mac OS 10.6 or up --- Driver-less design for Windows 8.1 / 10 (32/64 bit) or up, Mac OS 10.9 or up, and Android 4.0 or up operation system
- With LINK / ACT indicator light
- Add 10/100M speed wired network ability to compatible devices, and enable it to share hard disk files, printers, peripherals
- Compatible with Raspberry Pi 2, Raspberry Pi Zero W (Wireless), Win Tablet, Android Tablets; Part of Mini PC / TV BOX / HDTV
- It has limited Android compatibility. Android users, before you buy, be sure to look if the device has a (grayed out) "Ethernet" menu in Settings under WIRELESS & NETWORKS. Most probably it will just work then
Full Specifications
| Brand | Smays |
|---|---|
| Color | Micro-USB OTG to Ethernet Adapter |
| Connectivity | Wireless, USB |
| Model Number | GWALL0144USB3RJ45 |
| Compatibility | PC, Android, Mac, Linux |
| Connection Type | Wired |
| Mfr Part Number | GWALL0144USB3RJ45 |
| Compatible Devices | 18" Galaxy View, Galaxy Tab E, Android Tablet, Google Nexus Player, Lenovo Miix 2 8, Lenovo Tab 2 Tablet, TV Fire Stick |
| Data Link Protocol | USB |
| Data Transfer Rate | 480 Megabits Per Second |
| Hardware Interface | Micro USB 2.0 Type B |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.9"L x 1.6"W x 1"H |
| Full listing title | Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter for Raspberry Pi Zero, Android Tablet (6.0+) | Phone, Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 - Microusb 2.0 to RJ45 Wired LAN Network Dongle |
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