- Apr. 7th 2022 12:00 am PT

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.

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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