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USB Ethernet Drivers And Their Subclass Types

admin — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:53:21 +0000

Operating systems such as Windows or Linux provide usb drivers for common peripheral devices. This eliminates the need for companies to have to give you drivers that you must install to use their devices. These usb devices fall under what is known as a usb class. So when it comes to the general usb class of Communications Devices, ethernet is grouped along with telephones, cable modems, serial com ports in the defined usb communication-device class (CDC).

So a person creating a project that would work across different computer types should be able to just adhere to this standard, right? Well, Microsoft goes there own way on this one. They have created a subclass to this standard called Remote Network Driver Interface Specification or RNDIS and this has proprietary extensions. In defense of RNDIS, it is actually easier to do than the proper Ethernet subclass of the CDC and (get this) it exists in Linux also. So Microsoft does not adhere to the ethernet subclass and a device that only uses this RNDIS class wouldn’t work on an operating system that does have the ethernet subclass but not RNDIS.

It also should be mentioned here that there is also another ethernet subclass called the Ethernet Emulation Model or EEM subclass. This is also another way that usb can send and receive ethernet frames. The EEM subclass is intended to be less expensive and more efficient than the previously mentioned ethernet subclass.

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USB or Ethernet?

admin — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 01:48:59 +0000

If you are wondering what the differences is between the two systems, here are the main differences. USB is a host to peripheral standard which means that you have a complex host (your computer) and a less complex peripheral (mouse, keyboard, serial adapter) on the other end. Ethernet is peer to peer, this means that all devices are the same on the bus. USB can power devices up to a point. Ethernet usually does not have power. In USB the host controls the bus completely, in ethernet everyone is on a equal basis, so you have “collisions” of data, where one devices tries to talk just as another does. This gets detected and sorted out by a random back off interval to allow one device to use the bus at a time.

REVIEW: Lantronix UBOX 2100

admin — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:49:29 +0000

Danny Mavromatis from Mavromatic reviews Lantronix UBOX 2100 — As Seen @ http://www.mavromatic.com/archives/000656

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NETUSB – USB to Ethernet

admin — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:52:40 +0000

DESCRIPTION: NETUSB is an intelligent \\\’plug-and-play\\\’ USB-to-Ethernet cable adaptor that enables any device or machine with a USB Host port , to become Ethernet network and Internet-enabled. With the integrated web server , any device to which the NETUSB is attached can be \\\’contacted\\\’ and monitored via a standard Internet browser. TCP/IP is embedded into the NETUSB enabling it to operate within non-PC environments, and the Modem Emulation Mode feature allows it to behave like a modem but communicate over TCP/IP. NETUSB is a product which can be integrated into a system with minimal set-up ; a configuration utility is provided which allows quick and easy customization to suit any network or serial device. Virtual Comm Port drivers are provided to allow a NETUSB connected device to communicate with existing software over TCP/IP (for Windows operating systems). NOTE: The NETUSB is a USB to Ethernet adapter; it is not a network access device and does not provide email or web surfing capabilities. FEATURES: Local or Worldwide Ethernet 10/100M or Internet Connection USB 2.0 high speed interface Ethernet activity, Power LED\\\’s Molded Plastic housing with 12\\\” molded USB cable Includes PC Setup and Virtual USB Software DOCUMENTATION: ?NetUSB Data Sheet ?Java App Note

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How can I connect a USB web cam to an Ethernet network?

admin — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:31:59 +0000

I have several Logitech USB webcams. THey need to be placed at least 25′ from my video server and this is farther than the USB standard will suport. Therefore I need to either buy USB extenders or convert the USB to Ethernet. What is the best solution?
Really, the problem is that you’ve got the wrong tools for the job. USB is designed for peripherals in a desktop environment, and is not meant to operate over extended distances. (This is because of limitations of EM propagation on USB data lines.) That said, as long as the distance is less than 25 meters, you can buy a bunch of USB hubs, and connect them serially using 5 meter cables. This will get the job done, but it’s a major kludge. Expensive and messy. The correct solution is to use either network cameras (I like both Axis and Panasonic), or typical security-type cameras that transmit video by RF (wireless or coax). These can be attached to a network camera server.

How to set up a Wii wired connection

admin — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 02:25:42 +0000

This is like duh, but here are the steps: 1)get the USB-ethernet adapter(must be similar to ASIX AX88772) 2)plug it into a USB port on Wii 3)enter settings 4)go to Internet 5)Click new connection and hit wired 6)done

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USB to Ethernet Adapter

admin — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 02:46:25 +0000

This is a video on how to maybe use an older computer
for the internet instead of collecting dust.

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Cables To Go USB 2.0 VGA Lan Dock

admin — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 12:09:21 +0000

Visit http://tiger.tv/more_info/?399 for more information! Now you can enjoy the convenience of your laptop when you’re not on the road. The USB 2.0 Laptop Docking Station with Video allows you to easily connect all of your desktop peripherals to almost any laptop or desktop with just one single connection. This lets you come and go as you please without the hassle of connecting your monitor, mouse, keyboard, printer and other devices to your laptop repeatedly. The USB 2.0 Laptop Docking Station contains a three port USB 2.0 Hub, one serial DB9 port, one parallel printer port, one 10/100 RJ45 Ethernet port, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, and a VGA pass-through port – all in one single unit!

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Ctera at CES: USB as NAS and Cloud Backup

admin — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:42:26 +0000

Startup Ctera traveled from Israel to show off its exquisite little device, which plugs into a wall outlet, a USB stick and an Ethernet connection, and thus provides shared storage for a small network and connects to Ctera’s cloud backup service.

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DOVADO USB Mobile Broadband Router (UMR)

admin — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:51:52 +0000

The DOVADO USB Mobile Broadband Router (UMR) allows users to plug in their 3G/HSPA USB modem and share it out via Wireless LAN and Ethernet with ease. From a single internet connection, you can have multiple computers and users connected to the internet from just about anywhere! Supports modems from Novatel, Huawei and Option. More modems will be added. Go to www.dovado.com/umr for further info.

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USB Fever’s USB 2.0 Extension Cable to Cat5e or Cat6 Extende

admin — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:28:15 +0000

Palm Discovery reviews USB Fever’s USB 2.0 Extension Cable to Cat5e or Cat6 Extender Adapter which enables you to re-use your old Cat5/e or Cat6 ethernet LAN cable as a USB extension cable.

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Does a printer that has a USB 2.0 port connects to ethernet through a USB-Ethernet converter?

admin — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:21:26 +0000

I brought a Cannon printer that has a USB 2.0 port. I would like to connect it to my home (wireless) ethernet through a USB 2.0 to Ethernet converter, so I may be able to print documents elsewhere.
Yes its possible. Try to check Wireless Print Server from Linksys.

Try to check Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Linksys-WPS54GU2-Wireless-G-Print-Server/dp/B0000E658Q

Wii to Ethernet Via USB

admin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:52:47 +0000

Does exactly what it says on the tin.

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Can a simple USB to ethernet adapter allow my usb hard drive to be networked on my LAN?

admin — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:48:55 +0000

I am trying to put my external usb hard drive up on my LAN. I know I can buy a new usb/ethernet hard drive enclosure for 70$, but would a simple hardwire usb to ethernet converter/connection do the trick. A usb to ethernet adapter is only like 5$.

No. You need more than simply connecting the hard drive to the LAN. The hard drive has to act as a NAS (Network Attached Storage). Basically that means the box that you're connecting to the LAN has to have in it, in addition to the hard drive, a simple computer that can handle network file-transfer protocols, such as FTP, NFS, SMB, etc.

How can I connect a HP deskjet printer that only has a USB cable to my home ethernet network?

admin — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:17:52 +0000

Is there a USB to ethernet adapater?

Right now, if I want to print from my computer upstairs, the computer donwstairs which is connected to the printer has to be turned on.

Generally speaking no, you can't connect a device that isn't network aware (i.e. one that doesn't have an ethernet port) to a network like that. It's not just the fact that a USB port and ethernet port are different shapes, the device has to have networking protocols and knowledge built into it or it's got no idea how to interface with ethernet. I have heard of routers that will allow this kind of thing, that'll accept USB devices and do all the networking transactions on their behalf, but that's mostly for hard drives so you can have shared storage, I don't know if they handle printers. It seems unlikely because printers all need different drivers while USB hard drives are totally standard.

Can I build a linux router with a USB Ethernet adapter?

admin — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:41:53 +0000

I'm trying to build a linux router, and a friend is going to give me a computer that has an onboard ethernet, but no pci slots. Can I still make it into a router by using a USB Nic for the 2nd LAN port? I guess my question is, are there any linux compatible USB Ethernet adapters?

I guess your answer is:

Yes many of the current Linux distributions support USB and Ethernet and USB Ethernet. Fedora Core 8 works.

If you are trying to figure out which USB wireless adapters are supported, visit the site of the distribution you want. Check their hardware compatibility documentation.

If you would like me to check for you, tell me which release of Linux, both distribution and build version. Also tell me which USB wireless adapter both manufacturer and model number.

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Do wireless USB adapters transmit with no internet signal?

admin — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:10:09 +0000

I had a Dlink DWL-G120 and I was able to communicate with another computer with no internet feed (im on dial up) wirelessly. Is there other Dlink products that also allow me to communicate this way because my adapter is no longer working.
Any wireless adapter, Linksys, Dlink, etc CAN communicate with any other wireless adapter. This is called AD-HOC networking. Here is a full article on it from Microsoft. http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/networking/setup/adhoc.mspx You can run these with or without the internet! So for machine to machine or machine to machine to internet they work. If your adapter has stopped working the most common cause is driver corruption, not the hardware! So reloading the drivers may well fix your issues with your adapter.

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Sharing USB for Remote Desktop

admin — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 15:10:29 +0000

FabulaTech has created an interesting software package that works in Windows and Linux to communicate with USB devices over a network. USB for a remote Desktop has a client and server software that apparently tunnels USB transactional commands from one computer to another allowing the remote computer to use the USB device as if it were directly attached.

The supported USB devices are Mass Storage Class: Flash Drive, Card Reader, CDROM drive, Hard Disk drive, iPods. The Human Interface Class: keyboard, mouse, joystick, Barcode scanner. Communications Class devices: Modem, serial port, wifi, bluetooth. mobile phones, BlackBerries, Pocket PC. Printer Device Class, Printer, FAX. Sound Class devices: microphone, speakers. Other devices such as USB weight scales and security dongles are listed.

FabulaTech’s web page also states that no USB device driver is required for the USB device to be available for the remote user. The price of the software is listed as $200 with 15 day trial download.