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Small white Micro USB OTG to RJ45 Ethernet adapter with indicator light

Smays GWALL0144USB3RJ45 Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter

SKU CH-15AF-VQVNS

Micro USB OTG adapter adds 10/100M wired Ethernet to Raspberry Pi Zero and Android 6.0+ tablets with driver-less operation on Windows 8.1+ and Mac OS 10.9+

  • Product colorMicro-USB OTG to Ethernet Adapter
  • Adds 10/100M wired network to Micro USB devices
  • Driver-less on Windows 8.1, 10, Mac 10.9+, Android 4.0+
  • Link/Act indicator shows live connection status
  • Works with Raspberry Pi Zero, tablets, Mini PCs
  • Requires Android 6.0+ with Ethernet menu in settings

Micro USB OTG Ethernet Adapter

The Smays GWALL0144USB3RJ45 adds a wired 10/100M network port to devices that only have a Micro USB socket. It suits Raspberry Pi Zero boards, Android tablets from version 6.0 and other compatible Linux or Windows systems. Driver-less operation begins with Windows 8.1, Mac OS 10.9 and Android 4.0. A link/act indicator shows connection status at a glance.

Replaces missing or unreliable Wi-Fi on headless

Use it when a Pi Zero or tablet lacks an Ethernet port and wireless is unstable, congested or unavailable. The jump is worth it for remote management, file sharing or printer access over a wired LAN. Android users must confirm an Ethernet menu exists in Settings under Wireless & Networks before purchase; many devices hide or omit the feature entirely.

Sustained throughput stays at 100M full duplex

The adapter maintains line-rate 100 Mb/s during long transfers such as disk imaging, backup jobs or streaming to a media box. No thermal throttling or driver reloads occur in typical headless server workloads. The Micro USB bus and 10/100 PHY set the ceiling; burst speeds do not exceed the sustained rate.

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Price $26.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSmays
Model nameGWALL0144USB3RJ45
Product colorMicro-USB OTG to Ethernet Adapter

Questions about this item

Does the Micro USB OTG connector fit a Raspberry Pi Zero W?

Yes, the adapter plugs directly into the Pi Zero W Micro USB port and adds a 10/100M RJ45 jack for wired networking.

What is the common driver-less setup step people miss on Android 6.0+ tablets?

Check Settings > Wireless & Networks for a greyed-out Ethernet menu before buying; if it appears, the adapter will work without extra drivers.

How often should the LINK/ACT indicator light be checked?

Glance at the LED whenever the link drops; a steady or blinking light confirms the 10/100M connection is active.

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