USB to Ethernet adapter for ONN tv 100133209
My wifi is intermittent, so I'm looking for a USB to Ethernet adapter for ONN tv 10013320. Any suggestions? Once I plug it in, do I need to do anything special for it to work?
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While the RokuTV does not officially support USB ethernet adapters (page 10 https://image.roku.com/c3VwcG9ydC1B/Roku%20TV%20User%20Guide-13.0/en-US.pdf), some users have gotten various models of their RokuTVs to recognize the Ethernet adapters that are compatible for Roku devices.
https://support.roku.com/article/360058027813 (compatible ethernet adapters).
Basically looking for an adapter with AX8877X or SMSC95XX chipset and supports 10/100 Fast Ethernet. (many 10/100/1000 adapters will not work, but some will. Recommended to just stick with the 10/100 adapters).
This Smays OTG adapter works with my Roku devices and gives you the additional benefit of using it for thumb/flash drives to play your own content on the Roku device using the Roku Media Player. (much in the same way as the built-in USB drive on the Ultra models). [Smays OTG adapter on Amazon link]
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If the ethernet adapters do not work for you on the Onn RokuTV, other options exists like placing an access point near the TV and then running an ethernet cable from it to the TV. (these access points can be anything from using another router to an extender).
I actually use TP-Link Powerline adapters to get ethernet to some of my home devices needing ethernet. (https://www.tp-link.com/us/home-networking/powerline/). I use the old TL-PA7017 styles and pair easily with previous models. Just need an outlet nearby and sets up pretty easy and never an issue. (When pairing, I set them up close to each other and then move the powerline unit to the desired location).
