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== Pre-requisites == | == Pre-requisites == | ||
- | In order to do use a USB ethernet adaptor, you'll need to make sure that you have [ | + | In order to do use a USB ethernet adaptor, you'll need to make sure that you have [http://wiki.maemo.org/USB_host_mode USB host mode] up and working properly (with an OTG cable or a software switch). OS2008 natively supports USB adapters based upon the RTL8150 chipset such as the [http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/sc/7767395-2-200-0.gif Linksys USB100M]; however it's possible to find other devices that are supported by custom compiled modules. |
If you're looking for a "ready to go" solution simply pick up a supported USB100M along with your [http://www.electronicproductonline.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=35_67&products_id=2043 USB OTG adapter]. | If you're looking for a "ready to go" solution simply pick up a supported USB100M along with your [http://www.electronicproductonline.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=35_67&products_id=2043 USB OTG adapter]. | ||
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* '''Functionality:''' Success is sporadic with these; they are technically okay, but lacking in reliability. Out of 4 tested by me, only 2 worked. | * '''Functionality:''' Success is sporadic with these; they are technically okay, but lacking in reliability. Out of 4 tested by me, only 2 worked. | ||
* '''Cost:''' Low to very low | * '''Cost:''' Low to very low | ||
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=red>Not recommended</font> |
* '''Notes:''' This adapter is seen all over eBay, usually in translucent blue but variants are also found in clear, white and black. FYI, there is a [http://readlist.com/lists/freebsd.org/freebsd-current/10/52177.html FreeBSD patch] to get it to work on that OS. | * '''Notes:''' This adapter is seen all over eBay, usually in translucent blue but variants are also found in clear, white and black. FYI, there is a [http://readlist.com/lists/freebsd.org/freebsd-current/10/52177.html FreeBSD patch] to get it to work on that OS. | ||
* '''Tested by:''' Texrat | * '''Tested by:''' Texrat | ||
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* '''Functionality:''' Works well, very stable | * '''Functionality:''' Works well, very stable | ||
* '''Cost:''' High to moderately high | * '''Cost:''' High to moderately high | ||
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=green>Recommended</font> |
* '''Notes:''' Hub loses ethernet and USB functionality if it is simultaneously used as USB charging solution for the tablet. | * '''Notes:''' Hub loses ethernet and USB functionality if it is simultaneously used as USB charging solution for the tablet. | ||
* '''Tested by:''' Texrat | * '''Tested by:''' Texrat | ||
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* '''Functionality:''' Works well, very stable | * '''Functionality:''' Works well, very stable | ||
* '''Cost:''' US$15-25 as of October 2008 | * '''Cost:''' US$15-25 as of October 2008 | ||
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=green>Recommended</font> |
* '''Notes:''' Non-detachable tail, approximately 3 feet long. Only one light. Addendum by Texrat: [http://talk.maemo.org/forums/showpost.php?p=242053&postcount=88 noted by one tester] as drawing an unusually high amount of current ("more than N810's 192 mA limit"). | * '''Notes:''' Non-detachable tail, approximately 3 feet long. Only one light. Addendum by Texrat: [http://talk.maemo.org/forums/showpost.php?p=242053&postcount=88 noted by one tester] as drawing an unusually high amount of current ("more than N810's 192 mA limit"). | ||
* '''Tested by:''' SKarp | * '''Tested by:''' SKarp | ||
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* '''Functionality:''' Works well, quick internet access | * '''Functionality:''' Works well, quick internet access | ||
* '''Cost:''' Moderate to low | * '''Cost:''' Moderate to low | ||
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=green>Recommended</font> |
* '''Notes:''' Form factor is a bit bulky, but it has indicator lights for power, link/activity and packet collisions. Uses detachable USB pigtail. [http://www.mavetju.org/mail/view_message.php?list=freebsd-doc&id=1493000 Other adapters] that use this chipset are the LinkSys USB10T, the 3Com 3c19250, the ADS Technologies USB-10BT, the Peracom USB Ethernet Adapter, the Entrega NET-USB-E45 and NET-HUB-3U1E, the ATen UC10T, the D-Link DSB-650, Corega USB-T and the SMC 2102USB and 2104USB. | * '''Notes:''' Form factor is a bit bulky, but it has indicator lights for power, link/activity and packet collisions. Uses detachable USB pigtail. [http://www.mavetju.org/mail/view_message.php?list=freebsd-doc&id=1493000 Other adapters] that use this chipset are the LinkSys USB10T, the 3Com 3c19250, the ADS Technologies USB-10BT, the Peracom USB Ethernet Adapter, the Entrega NET-USB-E45 and NET-HUB-3U1E, the ATen UC10T, the D-Link DSB-650, Corega USB-T and the SMC 2102USB and 2104USB. | ||
* '''Tested by:''' Texrat | * '''Tested by:''' Texrat | ||
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* '''External power required:''' No | * '''External power required:''' No | ||
* '''Functionality:''' Works well | * '''Functionality:''' Works well | ||
- | * '''Cost:''' | + | * '''Cost:''' EUR 13.- (Feb. 2009) |
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=green>Recommended</font> |
* '''Tested by:''' walto | * '''Tested by:''' walto | ||
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* '''External power required:''' No (works for 3 hours starting a full battery with h-e-n) | * '''External power required:''' No (works for 3 hours starting a full battery with h-e-n) | ||
* '''Functionality:''' Works well [[USB Ethernet and Host Mode]] | * '''Functionality:''' Works well [[USB Ethernet and Host Mode]] | ||
- | * '''Status:''' < | + | * '''Status:''' <font color=green>Recommended</font> |
- | * '''Tested by:''' | + | * '''Tested by:''' stuart23 |
== Wishlist == | == Wishlist == | ||
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* advanced control panel configuration (helpful for static IP, etc). | * advanced control panel configuration (helpful for static IP, etc). | ||
*Working links and specific instructions for H-E-N, N900 scripts, and kernel modules. | *Working links and specific instructions for H-E-N, N900 scripts, and kernel modules. | ||
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[[Category:USB]] | [[Category:USB]] |
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