Ethernet Connector for iPad Air
Occasionally, I would like to be able to connect my iPad Air 4 to my wired Ethernet. What connector do I need? Thanks.
iPad Air, iPadOS 15
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Occasionally, I would like to be able to connect my iPad Air 4 to my wired Ethernet. What connector do I need? Thanks.
iPad Air, iPadOS 15
Your iPad Air4 has a USB-C port - to which you will need to connect either a third-party USB-C to Ethernet Adapter - or a USB-C hub that incorporates an Ethernet port.
Apple does not manufacture a dedicated USB-C Ethernet Adapter - presumably as these are relatively easy to obtain. Belkin (marketed by Apple) do offer suitable adapters, but there are many other more versatile USB-C hubs that incorporate additional USB ports (both Type-A and USB-C), HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, SD/microSD Card Readers etc.
Perhaps consider a USB-C hub from Anker, Hyperdrive and Satechi - although there are many others from which to choose. A Google Search for USB-C Hubs compatible with iPad will find a number of articles and recommendations.
A few examples…:
Your iPad Air4 has a USB-C port - to which you will need to connect either a third-party USB-C to Ethernet Adapter - or a USB-C hub that incorporates an Ethernet port.
Apple does not manufacture a dedicated USB-C Ethernet Adapter - presumably as these are relatively easy to obtain. Belkin (marketed by Apple) do offer suitable adapters, but there are many other more versatile USB-C hubs that incorporate additional USB ports (both Type-A and USB-C), HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, SD/microSD Card Readers etc.
Perhaps consider a USB-C hub from Anker, Hyperdrive and Satechi - although there are many others from which to choose. A Google Search for USB-C Hubs compatible with iPad will find a number of articles and recommendations.
A few examples…:
You’re very welcome. The list of examples that I have provided represents just a few of the many hubs available - with each manufacturer having several hubs/adapters that may be more or less relevant for your needs.
USB-C hubs, supporting multiple interfaces, are generally a lot more useful (and cost effective) - allowing multiple simultaneous connections to peripheral devices and interfaces.
Thank you for your in depth reply. I was wondering if a hub would serve the purpose and also allow for some other connections. All the info will be very helpful. Thanks for your time and help!
Thank you for your reply. Certainly helpful!
I plan to follow your advice and look into a hub. Thanks again, appreciate the help.
Ethernet Connector for iPad Air