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Running an Internet connection over usb port

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mt1895 - Feb 19, 2009 at 02:22 PM
xpcman Posts 19530 Registration date Wednesday October 8, 2008 Status Contributor Last seen June 15, 2019 - Feb 19, 2009 at 09:21 PM
Hello,

I have an old Fujitsu Lifebook Series C that have a damaged PCMCIA slot (2).
The slots are needed for my ethernet card or wireless card.

Is it possible to run my Internet connection over one of my USB ports? If so, how?

I believe I have first generation USB 1.0. I would consider upgrading to USB 2.0 if what I want to do is possible.

I am asking because I have seen some plugs that has an RJ45 on one end and a USB plug on the other and was wondering if it is as simple as purchasing one of those in hope that my system would find the connection.

Thanx in advance for your help. :)
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xpcman Posts 19530 Registration date Wednesday October 8, 2008 Status Contributor Last seen June 15, 2019 1,827
Feb 19, 2009 at 09:21 PM
Yes you can buy a USB network adapter for your laptop. The USB 1.0 socket should have no problems keeping up with the internet traffic. You might get a message saying your connection would be faster if plugged it into a USB 2.0 socket. You can ignore it - every USB 2.0 device gives that message even if it's not true.

Good Luck
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