Ethernet to USB converter, not USB to Ethernet

MrUmunhum · 08-29-2009, 03:32 PM

Hi group,

I'm looking for a device that I can use to send packets over the Ethernet to a USB device. The opposite of a USB to Ethernet converter. I'm looking at the Aurdino board but would like something smaller, simpler.

Any ideas?

lwasserm · 08-29-2009, 06:28 PM

Something like a network printer server maybe?

cgtueno · 09-01-2009, 08:55 PM

Hi

May I suggest that you have a chat to the guys at www.microgram.com.au

I am *NOT* making a plug for this organisation.
This company stock some unusual items, and they may be able to either supply a product, or point you to a manufacturer that might have what you need.

MrUmunhum · 09-02-2009, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lwasserm

Something like a network printer server maybe?

I beginning to think you are right. I would like something smaller, similar to the USB to Ethernet device. I'm looking at a ASUS wl500gl. Much bigger than I would like.

Or there is this:
http://www.cnaweb.com/index.asp?Page...ROD&ProdID=370
Not really what I wanted either!

MrUmunhum · 09-11-2009, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by cgtueno

Hi

May I suggest that you have a chat to the guys at www.microgram.com.au

I am *NOT* making a plug for this organisation.
This company stock some unusual items, and they may be able to either supply a product, or point you to a manufacturer that might have what you need.

Nothing there will work.

Thanks for the pointer.

michaelk · 09-11-2009, 02:29 PM

And what is this USB device you are trying to send packets to?
The only thing that comes to mind is a USB device/printer server. None of these are going to be small.
If you are trying to connect printers etc your device must be a USB host controller. The Aurdino boards from what I remember are just USB devices. Some quick googling did not find anything useful.

MrUmunhum · 09-12-2009, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by michaelk

And what is this USB device you are trying to send packets to?
The only thing that comes to mind is a USB device/printer server. None of these are going to be small.
If you are trying to connect printers etc your device must be a USB host controller. The Aurdino boards from what I remember are just USB devices. Some quick googling did not find anything useful.

I am looking for a generic solution for any device. I really don't want to build something but it looks like that is my only choice. MicroChip offers some devices that may be useful? In time some manufacture will make one. It seams like a good product? Look at the Bullet2, small and powerful. If that had a USB host connection, it would be prefect.

MrUmunhum · 11-11-2009, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MrUmunhum

I am looking for a generic solution for any device. I really don't want to build something but it looks like that is my only choice. MicroChip offers some devices that may be useful? In time some manufacture will make one. It seams like a good product? Look at the Bullet2, small and powerful. If that had a USB host connection, it would be prefect.

http://http://www.lantronix.com/devi...xport-pro.html

Only problem is that it is serial and not USB.

lazlow · 11-11-2009, 03:07 PM

Not sure if this will get you there:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-020-_-Product

but I thought it was worth posting.

jefro · 11-11-2009, 04:39 PM

http://www.silexamerica.com/products...sx-2000u2.html

http://www.fabulatech.com/usb-over-n...-download.html

http://www.digi.com/products/usb/anywhereusb.jsp

MrUmunhum · 11-12-2009, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by lazlow

Not sure if this will get you there:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-020-_-Product

but I thought it was worth posting.

This is using RS232 not Ethernet. Thanks anyway.

MrUmunhum · 11-12-2009, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jefro

http://www.silexamerica.com/products...sx-2000u2.html

This would work but too expensive. All so, Windozes only.

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http://www.fabulatech.com/usb-over-n...-download.html

This looks like software only??

Quote:

http://www.digi.com/products/usb/anywhereusb.jsp

Too expensive $287.

It must be something less than $40 each. I need to connect sensors/monitors over a wide area.

Thanks for the posts.

MrUmunhum · 11-12-2009, 01:50 PM

http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/def...px?EDC=1779693
Useful for multiple USB devices. $64

lazlow · 11-12-2009, 01:59 PM

MrUmunhum

You might want to look at the link I posted again. It uses standard Cat5 Ethernet cable to run USB and not RS232.

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Ideal for use with USB cameras, printers, web cams, keyboard/mouse extensions, and any other USB device. Uses standard Cat5/Cat5E/Cat6 patch cord (not included).

MrUmunhum · 11-13-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by lazlow

MrUmunhum

You might want to look at the link I posted again. It uses standard Cat5 Ethernet cable to run USB and not RS232.

Yes, you are right. It uses a CAT5 cable but not the network.If it would use the network, it would be prefect for my app. What I really want is WiFi to USB.

Thanks again for the post. It is something to keep in mind.