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Has anyone tried to use one. Heard the Viewsonic G Tablet can do some. Needing a solution to cable it. Thanks.
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I guess in theory, one of the ones mentioned in this article might work.
In one of my rooms the wifi coverage is very low - so it is tempting to try to get one of them to test.
tried a sabrent one, no luck
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tried a sabrent one, no luck
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Need one that is supported by linux or drivers will for sure be the doom. The question is only wht support has actually been included by Asus.
This thread looked interesting to me, thanks OP.
I have tested some of these before in another project. I found differences in even what was supposed to be the same models, weird stuff. I did find a few models that worked on LINUX, but I will have to dig around to find them.
A good test might be to find a model that quasi *auto detects* and operates on a specific version of LINUX, as a prerequisite, and then test on the dock.
The amount of OS/configuration modifications to *auto detect* should me minimal or none.
Hmm, youll probably need to compile the drivers as modules and manually insert them before it might work. But its worth a shot to just try one first
I should have my hands on the Apple adapter on Tuesday.
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Has anyone tried to use one. Heard the Viewsonic G Tablet can do some. Needing a solution to cable it. Thanks.
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i got mine working, just follow the instructions from the link below
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14747728
It's working! I connected my n900 via usb and set it to network mode.
did netcfg usb1 dhcp and got the address from dhcp.
I wonder why they didn't include ifconfig in android :S
Also, I suspect you can use usb0 (client mode port) to connect to your pc.
Confirm: Connect to LAN using USB to RJ45 on Asus Transformer?
Hi,
I just want to confirm with the previous post that you were able to connect to the internet via LAN using a USB to RJ-45 purchased from amazon. (Search for "USB 2.0 to RJ-45 Ethernet Adapter" on amazon.) Did you connect using the USB port on the dock or on the tablet itself? Thanks!
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Hi,
I just want to confirm with the previous post that you were able to connect to the internet via LAN using a USB to RJ-45 purchased from amazon. (Search for "USB 2.0 to RJ-45 Ethernet Adapter" on amazon.) Did you connect using the USB port on the dock or on the tablet itself? Thanks!
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Sorry second part of the first sentence confuses me a little. Are you referring to me? I connected to my phone that has usb network mode. And I attached it to a usb port on the dock.
So I picked up the Apple USB-to-ethernet adapter (MC704ZM/A), plugged it in and no response from my Transformer. Did you guys do anything special to get yours working?
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I can confirm that I tried a USB to ethernet adapter (chip seems to be ASIX ax88x72A) and it did not work on my TF. The adapter came with a driver CD and it did include drivers for android. I'm attaching them here in the hope that someone who knows what to do with these files can help.
The driver files can also be found on Asix's website. Google "asix ax88x72A android". Sorry, this board doesn't allow new members to post external links.
I really hope Google or Asus can fix this missing rather fundamental functionality in a future SW update. I don't want to carry a router around and a lot of hotels only have wired internet!
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mesquita1 said:
I can confirm that I tried a USB to ethernet adapter (chip seems to be ASIX ax88x72A) and it did not work on my TF. The adapter came with a driver CD and it did include drivers for android. I'm attaching them here in the hope that someone who knows what to do with these files can help.
The driver files can also be found on Asix's website. Google "asix ax88x72A android". Sorry, this board doesn't allow new members to post external links.
I really hope Google or Asus can fix this missing rather fundamental functionality in a future SW update. I don't want to carry a router around and a lot of hotels only have wired internet!
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Here are some additional drivers from the manufacturer. They clam it includes Android 4.x.x Good luck
http://www.asix.com.tw/FrootAttach/driver/AX88772C_772B_772A_760_772_178_LINUX_Driver_v4.6.0_Source.tar.bz2
is there any one know?
I have huawei E170 3G modem and disable flashdrive mod. I disabled with DC-Unlocker client
But Tablet S did not recognize the 3g modem (Unsupported USB Device Connect)
Please Developer Friends Help me.
Thank You
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=914350
Here you've got some info. Unfortunately you will have to wait for a root solution.
yes I tried some posts but nothing else
Yes we are waiting developers friends
Tried it using an aircard but android only picks up the usb stick.
I dont know if it actually help but I saw this on tech republic when they open the tablet.
3G-ready motherboard and case: Sony left an open spot on the motherboard and inside the case for a 3G or 4G card. The internal mounting bracket even has screw holes for it.
Dont know if it is possible to add an internal modem or install driver for that.
Code:
techrepublic.com/blog/itdojo/sony-tablet-s-teardown-wild-wedge-shaped-case-hides-unique-hardware/2930
Maybe this will help you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25615728#post25615728
At least worked for me. It disables other functions of USB 3G sticks and leave them to be acting only as 3G modem, which then tablet recognizes.
Is there anything new? I have got rooted ICS on my tablet. Is it possible to use 3G USB Modem on my tablet? I have got 2 USB-Modems. The first is ZTE K3565-Z and the second is Option 4G Systems XS Stick P14. Is there a solution?
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Is there anything new? I have got rooted ICS on my tablet. Is it possible to use 3G USB Modem on my tablet? I have got 2 USB-Modems. The first is ZTE K3565-Z and the second is Option 4G Systems XS Stick P14. Is there a solution?
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If darkjesus's method didn't work, then I'm not sure anything will. These modems are not easy to work on a lighter system like Android.
I'm happy to be proven wrong, of course.
In a german forum, i found an app called "UMTS Manager". With this app you can connect with 3G Networks with some Huawei-Sticks and maybe some other devices, too. They use mode-switch to switch device mode to modem only and then it works for them. Here's the link:
http://www.android-hilfe.de/asus-ee...-stick-zum-laufen-kriegen-17.html#post3236187
Of course, a lot of pages But some of them got ZTE K3565-Z working. For me it doensn't. Maybe we can find a solution
I found the reason, why it does not work on Tablet S. Our Tablet does not create ttyUSB*-devices when attaching 3G Modem to the Tablet. Normally it creates ttyUSB*-devices, attaches the Modem there and you are able to connect. I think it's a kernel issue or Sony modified the kernel. But with Custom Rom and Kernel which has got this "feature" it is possible to connect via 3G Modem. Maybe one of us could create this custom Rom..
So how?
Hi there friends
So any tablet s user here found a way to use 3G on this tablet?
About a year...is this question solved? I just bought sony tablet s 32gb wifi and of course hoping usb modem work
-sorry for my bad english
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About a year...is this question solved? I just bought sony tablet s 32gb wifi and of course hoping usb modem work
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You will have better success looking for a portable 3G-to-WiFi hotspot device. Not only will you not have to worry about installing USB modem drivers, the device will work with a non-rooted tablet. Also, if you have a 3G smart phone, look into WiFi tethering.
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You will have better success looking for a portable 3G-to-WiFi hotspot device. Not only will you not have to worry about installing USB modem drivers, the device will work with a non-rooted tablet. Also, if you have a 3G smart phone, look into WiFi tethering.
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Yup, finally I bought portable 3g/4g wireless n router. Easy to use. Thanks by the way.
My father-in-law just got his Prime and he`s wondering if there is a way to make his USB internet stick work with the Prime by plugging it directly into the USB on the keyboard dock. The internet stick is made by ZTE and the model is ZTE MF668. I don`t think that it would work but I`m pretty new to Android so I wanted to make sure that I was right. Any ideas?
Thanks
Jeff
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My father-in-law just got his Prime and he`s wondering if there is a way to make his USB internet stick work with the Prime by plugging it directly into the USB on the keyboard dock. The internet stick is made by ZTE and the model is ZTE MF668. I don`t think that it would work but I`m pretty new to Android so I wanted to make sure that I was right. Any ideas?
Thanks
Jeff
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I think its more like to work than not. USB host support is pretty ubiquitous
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I doubt it due to the lack of driver support. It'd be similar to not being able to connect a printer to the USB port.
I think it might. But if he has both why doesn't he just try it.
He has tried it and didn`t seem to get anything coming in. But I guess he was wondering if there was a setting that could be changed or an app that could be downloaded I guess.
Jeff
The ZTE MF668 requires OS-specific drivers to work, so unless the company that made it (ZTE? Huawei?) has made some Android drivers (don't look, cuz they haven't) it is unlikely that you will be able to get it to work.
Ok thanks for letting me know for sure. It`s pretty much what i thought but being so new to Android I wanted to make sure.
hi,
what kind of communication exists between tablet and dock when they are separate?
is it a kind of wifi one or bluetooth?
my goal is to use the dock on a table with usb device pluged in and use the tablet (with appropriate software) to control the usb device.
do you think it's possible?
best regards,
nicolas
sl1200mk2 said:
hi,
what kind of communication exists between tablet and dock when they are separate?
is it a kind of wifi one or bluetooth?
my goal is to use the dock on a table with usb device pluged in and use the tablet (with appropriate software) to control the usb device.
do you think it's possible?
best regards,
nicolas
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No. The dock is "wired", and has no wireless capability.
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Dave
Dave,
thank you for your answers even if it's not the one i would like to read...
Regards
sl1200mk2 said:
hi,
what kind of communication exists between tablet and dock when they are separate?
is it a kind of wifi one or bluetooth?
my goal is to use the dock on a table with usb device pluged in and use the tablet (with appropriate software) to control the usb device.
do you think it's possible?
best regards,
nicolas
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first off, this belongs in the Q/A section.
Second off, you weren't quite specific with your question, which is why you got a terrible answer that didn't answer your question lol.
If you're thinking like a usb mouse or usb hard drive, then yes. Game controller will also work. Not sure what else youw ould want, but as long as your tablet is docked, you can use the USB port on the dock.
first off, this belongs in the Q/A section.
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you're right, sorry about that
as long as your tablet is docked, you can use the USB port on the dock.
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this is exactly what i've understood, and exactly what is a shame for my purpose.
i'm a light designer for theater and my goal was to use my usb widget (to output lighting protocol) plugged on the dock and move in the theater with the tablet.
for what i understand, it's not possible with the prime...
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Nicolas
I wonder if remote keyboard function could be enabled, its got a battery and its own firmware, i wonder if a dev can hack functionality for it into the docks firmware in the future.
... For now, you would need a netbook/laptop/pc with the USB device plugged in, then use VNC or splashtop from tablet to chosen device.
I wonder if remote keyboard function could be enabled, its got a battery and its own firmware, i wonder if a dev can hack functionality for it into the docks firmware in the future.
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Where to ask?
but it would be definitely a great option!
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I wonder if remote keyboard function could be enabled, its got a battery and its own firmware, i wonder if a dev can hack functionality for it into the docks firmware in the future.
... For now, you would need a netbook/laptop/pc with the USB device plugged in, then use VNC or splashtop from tablet to chosen device.
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Where to ask?
but it would be definitely a great option!
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Yea but it doesn't have any radios to communicate with the Prime
You could create some kind of "remote" with a long self-made cable between the Prime and the dock
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Where to ask?
but it would be definitely a great option!
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It probs wont be an option untill the bootloader is unlocked (soon were informed ??).
I'm not even sure itll be possible but i'd be happy to see the option there.
Any devs out there willing to offer any thoughts on if its possible?
How does the dock firmware work? is it possible for the dock to detect and run USB devices remotely?
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Yea but it doesn't have any radios to communicate with the Prime
You could create some kind of "remote" with a long self-made cable between the Prime and the dock
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Couldnt you just plug in a WiFi/bluetooth adapter ?
Couldnt you just plug in a WiFi/bluetooth adapter ?
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this adapter would use the only usb port available...
sl1200mk2 said:
this adapter would use the only usb port available...
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Just use a USB hub then youll have more than enough USB ports
Just use a USB hub then youll have more than enough USB ports
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right.
and if dev's are aware about hacking dock's firmware, i'll be better to allow network communication than bluetooth (at least in my case)
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Second off, you weren't quite specific with your question, which is why you got a terrible answer that didn't answer your question lol.
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Terrible answer? At least i answered the question he asked! Unlike you, below.
If you're thinking like a usb mouse or usb hard drive, then yes. Game controller will also work. Not sure what else youw ould want, but as long as your tablet is docked, you can use the USB port on the dock.
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The OP asked how it would work when the tablet and dock were seperated! So how does this help?
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Terrible answer? At least i answered the question he asked! Unlike you, below.
The OP asked how it would work when the tablet and dock were seperated! So how does this help?
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Hahahah oops I didn't mean to offend you! I just meant a vague answer to a vague question in the OP. Sorry bud!!
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sl1200mk2 said:
i'm a light designer for theater and my goal was to use my usb widget (to output lighting protocol) plugged on the dock and move in the theater with the tablet.
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It's a bit cumbersome but what you could do is leave your usb widget plugged into a laptop/pc on the desk, and then use Splashtop to remote control that from the tablet. Of course this would require there to be a wifi network available.....
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It's a bit cumbersome but what you could do is leave your usb widget plugged into a laptop/pc on the desk, and then use Splashtop to remote control that from the tablet. Of course this would require there to be a wifi network available.....
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that's also a solution of course but i need to bring either the laptop and the tablet on tour.
for now, i've made an app on the sgs2 to remotly send data to the laptop, and that's the lighter solution.
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Of course, you could always trade in your Prime for an original Transformer TF101 which has a usb port on the tablet. But then again, does your dongle work with Android?
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Of course, you could always trade in your Prime for an original Transformer TF101 which has a usb port on the tablet. But then again, does your dongle work with Android?
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The TF101 didn't have a USB port on the tablet itself.
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Hi,
I'm not able to activate wifi anymore (even after a full Odin restoration) on my SM-T820. So I guess the wifi chipset is dead. Is anyone here has to changed it?
Kholargol said:
Hi,
I'm not able to activate wifi anymore (even after a full Odin restoration) on my SM-T820. So I guess the wifi chipset is dead. Is anyone here has to changed it?
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Is Bluetooth working?
This is a 2nd hand tab that I got at low price one because BT wasn't working (wifi was working flawless)
I didn't care because I don't need BT but now, I find out it was the same chipset for both and realize I should have been more careful.
Kholargol said:
This is a 2nd hand tab that I got at low price one because BT wasn't working (wifi was working flawless)
I didn't care because I don't need BT but now, I find out it was the same chipset for both and realize I should have been more careful.
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So neither works.
Pretty much out of luck unless your prepared to use a mobile data dongle or a usb ethernet adapter.
Unless you're skilled at smd and bga removal then repair us pretty much out of the question.
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So neither works.
Pretty much out of luck unless your prepared to use a mobile data dongle or a usb ethernet adapter.
Unless you're skilled at smd and bga removal then repair us pretty much out of the question.
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Perhaps there are some USB-C wifi dongle somewhere, It's mostly for a home usage. I will check. It would be a good way to extend my tab's life without reducing my wallet's one !
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Perhaps there are some USB-C wifi dongle somewhere, It's mostly for a home usage. I will check. It would be a good way to extend my tab's life without reducing my wallet's one !
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I doubt there's anything specific due to drivers being an issue.
You may get lucky if you find out which chipset the tablet uses then try and find a dongle that has the same chipset.
You would need to connect it via OTG.
Won't be easy
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Won't be easy
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Have you considered a Bluetooth dongle via OTG? Certain dongles may work.
Here in the states we have https://www.ubreakifix.com/ so you may see if there is some similar service near you.
I asked for repair quotation and it's around 120 euros. Still searching for a compatible BT or Wifi Dongle