Mini Wireless USB Adapter for smart tv

[wizdumb]

so i want to buy this Mini wifi USB Adapter with the idea of connecting it to my samsung smart tv(ua40d6000sr), rather than buying the rather expensive samsung wifi adapter

will this work

 

[Grubscrew]

so i want to buy this Mini wifi USB Adapter with the idea of connecting it to my samsung smart tv(ua40d6000sr), rather than buying the rather expensive samsung wifi adapter

will this work

No

Pretty much a samsung wifi adapter or nothing when it comes to wifi

 

[Evo1ve]

Hi,

I see you could use a network cable that should work out allot cheaper then a Samsung WiFi dongle.

 

[Roman4604]

Pretty much a samsung wifi adapter or nothing when it comes to wifi

Yep, I've experimented with trying to use non Samsung devices (e.g. webcam) in my 2 Smart TVs and they are ignored. It seems the TV's firmware only has drivers for Samsung USB hardware and thus will ignore any devices without their specific USB device IDs.

 

[Yotch]

You should be able to use an ethernet based wireless adapter aka wireless ethernet bridge or a gaming adapter. Some routers might offer this feature. You could send a PM to kernel to see if any of the TP-Link devices may be suitable and also look on Google.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Linksys-WET610N-Dual-Band-Wireless-N-Ethernet-Bridge-/140388046404
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833156258
TP-Link have smaller, cheaper models than this which might also be suitable ...
http://blog.jeffcosta.com/2011/09/29/create-a-wireless-n-bridge-with-2-inexpensive-tp-link-routers/

 

[Roman4604]

You should be able to use an ethernet based wireless adapter aka wireless ethernet bridge or a gaming adapter. Some routers might offer this feature. You could send a PM to kernel to see if any of the TP-Link devices may be suitable and also look on Google.

I used to use a TP-Link WA901ND AP in Client Mode with my bedroom 46D6000. In general it worked well be every now then the TV could not get connectivity (a reboot of the 901 would solve).

Managed to find the Samsung USB adapter (WIS12ABGNX) for cheap, so replaced the 901. Now works consistently, I assume since it re-initialises with the TV instead of staying on all the time. So in my experience more trouble free.

 

[Yotch]

@Roman: Thanks for the feedback. I see the Samsung adapter is selling on Aliexpress. Is this a good price?
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=WIS12ABGNX&catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20130629032243

 

[Roman4604]

@Roman: Thanks for the feedback. I see the Samsung adapter is selling on Aliexpress. Is this a good price?
http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=WIS12ABGNX&catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20130629032243

Yep pretty good, local retail stores will rush you ±R800 if you can find them.

 

[OMB]

I priced the Samsung adaptor a couple of days ago R1k on the dot

 

[Roman4604]

I priced the Samsung adaptor a couple of days ago R1k on the dot

Yeah can believe it, R/$ not helping these day.

 

[Awesum]

Rather get an Ethernet over power adapter.
It's cheaper and more reliable.

 

[wizdumb]

so no to the non samsung adapter

Rather get an Ethernet over power adapter.
It's cheaper and more reliable.

just a plain network cable? then i just connect the tv to the router

 

[chrisc]

I used an Android mini-PC that has wifi to connect to the TV via its HDMI port. I can store movies on an SD card. Cost was about R800 from China

 

[Awesum]

so no to the non samsung adapter



just a plain network cable? then i just connect the tv to the router

Yes. Modem to adapter plugged in wall socket outlet and the adapter to TV on the other end.

Check this thread http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php/471488-Are-Powerline-adapters-good

 

[Yotch]

I think that these are probably the cheapest option locally if you can buy them on an account. Otherwise take a look on aliexpress.
200Mbps
http://www.scoopdistribution.co.za/product_info.php?cPath=29&products_id=1355
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-20...Kit-US-Plug-Free-Drop-Shipping/891659230.html
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free...ug-Ethernet-Bridge-PLC-Adapter/961376433.html
500Mbps
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2013...-Wall-mount-Powerline-Ethernet/923462691.html

 

[tRoN]

I have a new unused Samsung wifi adapter. Make me a good offer.

 

[OMB]

I have a new unused Samsung wifi adapter. Make me a good offer.

Depends what you consider a good offer

 

[tRoN]

Depends what you consider a good offer

20% off the retail price plus shipping cost

 

[OMB]

20% off the retail price plus shipping cost

Hmmm

Nah, I think based on some of the posts here I can make an alternative plan using some tp-link gear

 

[Dion Disco]

I used an Android mini-PC that has wifi to connect to the TV via its HDMI port. I can store movies on an SD card. Cost was about R800 from China

+1
Got the MK 808b from China - JB 4.1 full HD connected to all media, Interwebs and Play Store on my TV via HDMI
Landing cost was under R500