How to Connect iPad to Ethernet Cable Using USB-C Hub

iPad Pro standing on desk plugged into USB-C hub with glowing Ethernet cable attached

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If your home Wi-Fi is spotty or drops out during video calls, plugging your iPad into a wired internet cable gives you rock-solid speed. I’ll show you how to connect an Ethernet cable to your USB-C iPad using an adapter.

1. Inspect Your USB-C Ethernet Adapter

Close-up of the RJ45 Ethernet port on the aluminum USB-C adapter

Get a standard USB-C hub or adapter that features an RJ-45 Ethernet network port.

2. Plug Adapter into Your iPad

Inserting the USB-C connector firmly into the iPad bottom charging port

Slide the adapter’s USB-C connector into the charging port on the bottom edge of your iPad.

3. Insert Your Ethernet Cable

Clicking the Ethernet cable into the adapter until the release clip latches

Plug your Ethernet network cable into the adapter’s port until you hear a soft mechanical click.

4. Confirm Connection in Settings

iPad Settings showing newly appeared Ethernet row right below Wi-Fi

Open **Settings** on your iPad. A new row labeled **Ethernet** will appear right below Wi-Fi showing your IP address and connection speed.

Helpful Tips

For the fastest speeds and simultaneous charging, choose a USB-C hub with Power Delivery (PD) pass-through so your iPad charges while connected. Explore more tablet connectivity guides in our Apple iPad hub.

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