USB Ethernet adapter

Daniel Gimpelevich daniel at gimpelevich.san-francisco.ca.us
Sun Jan 16 09:17:08 MST 2005


You should take a look at:
<http://customersupport.tivo.com/knowbase/root/public/tv2183.htm?>
Although that is a different Linux, and neither x86 nor PowerPC, it's a
concise list of USB to Ethernet adapters absolutely proven to work under
Linux. For YDL, the question is whether the chipset in the particular
adapter you choose was chosen by TerraSoft Solutions to be in the stock
kernel. If not, you will need to add it yourself. I'm sure there are other
adapters that will do the job, but that list is where you should start
your research. You will most likely want one of the USB 2.0 adapters on
the list, so check the specifications of each on the adapter
manufacturer's website for USB 2.0 support.

On Sun, 16 Jan 2005 11:36:58 +0100, Andreas Hucks wrote:

> Hi all,
> 
> we are currently looking to buy a small box as a router/firewall/VPN 
> gateway for our small office (4 computers). We have been looking into 
> miniITX solutions, but the new Mac Mini seems to be the best option for 
> speed, price, and size. It only lacks a second ethernet port
> 
> I'm not new to Linux, but have only used it on x86 systems. I also have 
> never any USB devices under Linux. So I have a few questions:
> 
> - Does anybody know of an USB to ethernet adapter that works under 
> Linux? I couldn't find one so far from reading tech specs.
> - If there is one, will any adapter work as long as it says "Linux 
> compatible" or are there special requirements for YellowDog?
> 
> Any other comments why this might be a good or a bad idea are of course 
> welcome as well.
> 
> Thanks,
> Andreas
> 
> 
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