Whether you’re having temporary trouble with your WiFi or would like to set up a persistent network connection, follow along for how to use Ethernet with iPad over both USB-C and Lightning.
iPad’s capabilities have grown over the years and the switch to USB-C for more of Apple’s tablets has made it easier than ever to do things like using Ethernet for a stable internet connection. It’s also possible to get Ethernet set up with iPads that use the Lightning port.
Beyond personal use, setting up an iPad with Ethernet can be a great option for businesses or organizations using the tablet for kiosks and the like.
How to use Ethernet with iPad over USB-C or Lightning
2018 and later iPad Pro, 2020 and later iPad Air, 2021 iPad mini
- Pick up any USB-C hub that includes Ethernet if you don’t have one already (Anker from around $50, AmazonBasics from about $25, Satechi from around $80)
- Plug it into your iPad and plug in your Ethernet cable
- You should see an adapter icon show up in the top right corner of your iPad
- To double-check your Ethernet connection is working you can head to Settings > Ethernet
iPads with a Lightning port
- You can either use a Lightning to Ethernet adapter or a Lightning to USB adapter connected to a USB to Ethernet adapter (Apple sells Belkin’s for $100, also on Amazon, some MFi options go from around $20, USB to Ethernet adapters sell from around $15)
- Plug it into your iPad and plug in your Ethernet cable
- To double-check your Ethernet connection is working you can head to Settings > Ethernet
Here’s how these steps look on iPad:
After tapping USB 10/100/1000 LAN you’ll see your Ethernet network details:
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